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Asia’s Insurance Sector Sees Strategic Advancements

Asia’s Insurance Sector Sees Strategic Advancements

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
The Asian insurance market witnessed a flurry of strategic initiatives between 26–30 January 2026, reflecting an industry-wide drive to strengthen market presence, enhance brand value, and offer innovative products to consumers. During this period, leading insurers pursued major investments, launched pioneering policies, and forged key partnerships, signalling sustained confidence in the region’s growth potential. Prudential […]
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Bangladesh Secures $42 Million from Niko Settlement

Bangladesh Secures $42 Million from Niko Settlement

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
After nearly two decades of legal contention, Bangladesh has finally secured compensation from Canadian energy firm Niko Resources for the catastrophic 2005 Tengratila gas field explosions in Sunamganj’s Chatak region. The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) has directed Niko to pay Bangladesh approximately $42 million, equivalent to nearly BDT 512 crore. Initially, […]
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Bangladesh Enacts Landmark Microfinance Banking Law

Bangladesh Enacts Landmark Microfinance Banking Law

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
Bangladesh has taken a historic step in formalising its microfinance sector with the enactment of the Microfinance Bank Act, 2026 by the interim government. The legislation introduces a new category of financial institution — the microfinance bank — bringing microcredit operations into the mainstream banking framework under formal regulatory oversight, including deposit mobilisation, central bank […]
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Child Fatally Struck in Ashuganj Chemical Drum Explosion Child Fatally Struck in Ashuganj Chemical Drum Explosion

Child Fatally Struck in Ashuganj Chemical Drum Explosion

Sharif Al Nahian | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
A tragic industrial accident in the Ashuganj sub-district of Brahmanbaria has claimed the life of a twelve-year-old boy, sending shockwaves through the local community. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon (30 January) when an empty chemical drum exploded at a local workshop, fatally striking the young victim, Mohammad Raihan. Circumstances of the Explosion Raihan, the […]
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BCB Dismisses Match Fixing Allegations Against President Aminul Islam BCB Dismisses Match-Fixing Allegations Against President Aminul Islam

BCB Dismisses Match-Fixing Allegations Against President Aminul Islam

Sharif Al Nahian | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has issued a stern rebuttal regarding reports circulating on social media which suggested that Board President Aminul Islam is the subject of an investigation into match-fixing. In an official press release issued today, the governing body characterised these claims as “entirely baseless, fabricated, and malicious,” aimed at tarnishing the reputation […]
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bKash Processes BDT 20000 Crore in Annual Remittance bKash Processes BDT 20,000 Crore in Annual Remittance

bKash Processes BDT 20,000 Crore in Annual Remittance

Sharif Al Nahian | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
In a landmark achievement for Bangladesh’s financial technology sector, the mobile financial service (MFS) provider bKash has announced that it facilitated the transfer of BDT 20,000 crore (approximately £1.25 billion) in remittances during the 2025 calendar year. This significant capital influx was distributed across 4.1 million unique bKash accounts, representing a nearly twofold increase compared […]
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Surge in Remittances Ahead of National Elections 1 Surge in Remittances Ahead of National Elections

Surge in Remittances Ahead of National Elections

Sharif Al Nahian | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
As Bangladesh approaches a pivotal national election, the influx of foreign remittances has witnessed an extraordinary spike, according to the latest figures from the central bank. In the first 28 days of January 2026, Bangladeshi expatriates sent home a staggering $2.94 billion, marking a profound 50.6% increase compared to the same period in the previous […]
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Bangladeshi Umpires to Officiate in T20 World Cup Bangladeshi Umpires to Officiate in T20 World Cup

Bangladeshi Umpires to Officiate in T20 World Cup

Sharif Al Nahian | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
While the Bangladesh national team will be absent from the upcoming T20 World Cup, the nation’s presence will still be felt on the global stage through its officiating talent. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially released the list of match officials for the tournament, confirming that two prominent Bangladeshi umpires, Shorfuddoula Ibne Shahid and […]
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Revival of Folk Traditions The Geetranga Festival Revival of Folk Traditions: The Geetranga Festival

Revival of Folk Traditions: The Geetranga Festival

Sharif Al Nahian | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026
The vibrant tapestry of Bengali folk heritage is set to take centre stage as the Bhairabi Geetranga troupe announces its much-anticipated three-day cultural extravaganza, the ‘Geetranga Festival’. Established with the noble ambition of rejuvenating indigenous theatrical forms, the festival seeks to bridge the gap between ancient rhythmic narratives and the sensibilities of a contemporary audience. […]
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