Bangladesh Moves to Strengthen Insurance Oversight
The Bangladesh Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) is set to acquire direct powers to inspect and seize documents and …
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Central Bank Grants Premier Bank BDT 5,000 Crore Lifeline
In a decisive move to stabilise a fluttering private lender, Bangladesh Bank (BB) has extended an emergency liquidity support package …
Stability and Discipline: Bangladesh’s Economy in Q1 FY26
According to the latest quarterly assessment released by Bangladesh Bank, the national economy maintained a broadly stable trajectory throughout the …
Generative AI to Unlock Billions in Insurance Revenue
A landmark report by McKinsey & Company, released in February 2026, suggests that the integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) …
MetLife Named World’s Most Admired Life Insurer
MetLife, Inc. has once again cemented its status as a global titan in the financial services sector, securing its place …
Risk-Based Premiums to Boost Bank Profits
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has unveiled a significant reform in deposit insurance pricing, introducing a Risk-Based Premium (RBP) …
Revised Ramadan Hours for Banks and Bourses
In observance of the holy month of Ramadan, Bangladesh has introduced revised operating hours for its banking and capital market …
Remittances Surpass $2 Billion in February
In the first 18 days of February 2026, Bangladeshi expatriates have sent over $2 billion back home through legal channels. …
Central Bank Amends Operating Hours for Ramadan
In anticipation of the holy month of Ramadan, Bangladesh Bank has officially formalised a revised operational schedule for all scheduled …
Guardian Life and Super Star Group Ink Deal
A significant milestone in corporate welfare was reached on Monday, 16 February 2026, as Guardian Life Insurance Limited and the …