Category: South Asia

Soumya Sarkar Embarks Upon Lifes Most Rewarding Innings Soumya Sarkar Embarks Upon Life’s Most Rewarding Innings

Soumya Sarkar Embarks Upon Life’s Most Rewarding Innings

Bangladesh’s stylish left-handed batsman, Soumya Sarkar, has delighted his global following by announcing a significant personal milestone. Moving beyond the boundaries of the cricket pitch, the national star took to social media to reveal that he and his wife, Priyonti Debnath, are expecting their first child—a transition he aptly described as the “start of a […]
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Police Probe Suspicious Death of Housewife in South Keraniganj Police Probe Suspicious Death of Housewife in South Keraniganj

Police Probe Suspicious Death of Housewife in South Keraniganj

Authorities in South Keraniganj are investigating the mysterious death of a 24-year-old woman, Farzana Akter, whose body was recovered from a rented house in the Khejurbag area of Shuivadhya Union. The discovery, made on Saturday night, 18 January 2026, has sparked a manhunt for her husband and in-laws, who have since vanished. A Medical Visit […]
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FID Convenes Critical Summits on Insurance Law Reform FID Convenes Critical Summits on Insurance Law Reform

FID Convenes Critical Summits on Insurance Law Reform

The Financial Institutions Division (FID) of the Ministry of Finance has initiated a high-stakes legislative review aimed at modernising the nation’s insurance framework. On Monday, 19 January 2026, two pivotal meetings were scheduled at the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) headquarters to deliberate on the draft Insurers’ Resolution Ordinance 2025 and extensive amendments to […]
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Bengal Islami Life Hits Historic 100 Crore Premium Target Bengal Islami Life Hits Historic 100-Crore Premium Target

Bengal Islami Life Hits Historic 100-Crore Premium Target

Bengal Islami Life Insurance Limited has reached a defining moment in its corporate history, successfully amassing 100 crore BDT in premiums for the year 2025. This landmark achievement was commemorated on Saturday, 18 January 2026, during a gala event at the TCB Auditorium in Karwan Bazar, attended by a diverse assembly of company directors, shareholders, […]
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Scotland Poised to Replace Bangladesh in World Cup Scotland Poised to Replace Bangladesh in World Cup

Scotland Poised to Replace Bangladesh in World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has delivered a final ultimatum to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), warning that the national team faces expulsion from next month’s T20 World Cup unless they agree to travel to India. Reports emerging on Monday indicate that the global governing body is prepared to fast-track Scotland into the tournament as […]
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Strict New Governance Codes For Bangladesh State Banks Strict New Governance Codes For Bangladesh State Banks

Strict New Governance Codes For Bangladesh State Banks

The Government of Bangladesh has introduced a sweeping new regulatory framework to standardise the recruitment, promotion, and posting of top-tier executives within the state-owned banking sector. Replacing the outdated 2023 guidelines, the Financial Institutions Division of the Ministry of Finance issued this directive on Sunday, 18 January 2026, aiming to restore integrity and professionalism to […]
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Bangladesh Debuts Adaptation Fortress to Shield Against Heatwaves Bangladesh Debuts 'Adaptation Fortress' to Shield Against Heatwaves

Bangladesh Debuts ‘Adaptation Fortress’ to Shield Against Heatwaves

In a significant evolution of disaster management, Bangladesh has commenced the construction of its inaugural ‘Adaptation Fortress’. Located at the Bardal Aftab Uddin Collegiate School in Ashashuni, Satkhira, this facility represents a paradigm shift: a shelter designed to protect the populace not only from the fury of cyclones and tidal surges but also from the […]
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What Drove Malaysias General Insurance Market to Rise by 4 What Drove Malaysia’s General Insurance Market to Rise by 4%?

What Drove Malaysia’s General Insurance Market to Rise by 4%?

Malaysia’s general insurance industry delivered a resilient performance in the first half of 2025, posting steady growth despite mounting global and domestic challenges. According to data released by the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM), the sector recorded gross written premiums (GWP) of US$3.1 billion (RM12.3 billion) between January and June 2025. This represented a […]
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Sayed Abul Hashem Joins Al Arafah Bank Leadership Sayed Abul Hashem Joins Al-Arafah Bank Leadership

Sayed Abul Hashem Joins Al-Arafah Bank Leadership

Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC has appointed seasoned banking professional Sayed Abul Hashem as its new Deputy Managing Director (DMD) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), marking a significant addition to the bank’s senior leadership team. With more than two and a half decades of experience in the country’s banking and financial services sector, Hashem’s appointment is […]
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