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PM asks all to obey airport security rulesPrime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the much-awaited BDT 21,300 crore construction work of ‘Third Terminal’ of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) on December 28.She opened...Sixth Joint Forum for China–Bangladesh Cooperation beginsThe two-day Sixth Joint Forum for China–Bangladesh Cooperation, organised by Bangladesh Institute of Peace and Security Studies (BIPSS) and Yunnan Development Research Center (YDRC) of...Sanjiv Kapoor resigns as CCO from VistaraSanjiv Kapoor, Chief Commercial Officer of Vistara has resigned from the airline making December 31 his last day of service.Confirming the resignation, Vistara said that...Emirates and Dilmah celebrate 27 years of partnership in the skyA master class in the appreciation of Ceylon Tea took place at 40,000 feet when Emirates and Dilmah celebrated a 27-year partnership on board an...Despite drawbacks, Bangladesh remains connected with world through civil aviation“Despite all the drawbacks, today Bangladesh remains connected with this world through civil aviation.”Air Vice Marshal Md Mafidur Rahman, Chairman of Civil Aviation Authority of...Amari Dhaka launches new Friday getawayAmari Dhaka brings a relaxing Friday getaway for guests looking for warmth and serenity in this long gray winter.Guests can rejuvenate with the hotel’s new...Emirates inaugurates service to Mexico CityEmirates has taken off to Mexico City, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Mexico. Emirates flight EK255, departed at full capacity with over 300...bKash wins Best Brand Award 2019 from BBFBkash won the Best Brand Award 2019 at the 11th Best Brand Award 2019, organised by Bangladesh Brand Forum, held yesterday at Le Meridien Dhaka.A...Radisson Blu Chattogram hosts New Year's Eve celebrationRadisson Blu Chattogram Bay View is going to host New Year Eve celebration in grand style on December 31.Guests can enjoy live music, DJ, standup...Emirates offers special sale, ends todayDubai-based carrier Emirates has announced a special 48-hour sale with discounts of up to 25 per cent across its First, Business and Economy Class.The sale...BFCC now provides in-flight catering to Turkish AirlinesBiman Flight Catering Center of Biman Bangladesh Airlines will now provide in-flight catering services to Turkish Airlines’ flights. An agreement was signed in this regard...HUB kicks off Meilleur Décor HPL 2019Meillur Décor HPL 2019 (Hotelier’s Premier League), organised by Hospitality Unity of Bangladesh (HUB), has been kicked off on November 30 at Four Points by...US-Bangla launches three additional flights to Kuala LumpurPrivate carrier US-Bangla Airlines has announced to operate three additional flights to Kuala Lumpur. The decision comes as part of the airline’s expansion strategy which...NOVOAIR increases frequency to Cox’s BazarPrivate carrier NOVOAIR has increased flights to Cox’s Bazar catering to the growing passenger demand on the route. The airline will operate six daily flights...APAC entrepreneurs to invest in hospitality sector of BangladeshBangladesh has immense potential in hospitality management as tourism and hospitality services are growing on a par with the economy. Moreover, necessary training in hospitality...Amari Dhaka offers special package for dream weddingAmari Dhaka is offering an exclusive wedding package to make the guest’s vision of a perfect wedding come to life flawlessly.The hotel promises a personalised...Turkey, Bangladesh should shape new collaboration opportunitiesThe bilateral economic and commercial relations of Turkey and Bangladesh can be strengthened. The two countries have many opportunities to work together, hence should come...Southeast Exchange Company inaugurates new branch in Cape TownSoutheast Bank’s fully owned subsidiary Southeast Exchange Company (South Africa) Pty Ltd inaugurated a new branch at Rylands in Cape Town, Republic of South Africa...Pan Pacific Sonargaon to host poolside BBQ this winterPan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka is going to host poolside BBQ this winter at its signature restaurant Pool Café from November 21, on every Thursday and...NG’s female-led team returns to Bangladesh, India for Sea to Source expeditionCo-led by National Fellows Jenna Jambeck and Heather Koldewey, a team of scientists and engineers began a two-month long expedition travelling the full 2,575 kilometers...The Westin Dhaka to host ‘Taste of Korea and Japan’ food festThe Westin Dhaka to host ‘Taste of Korea and Japan’ food festival at the hotel’s signature restaurant Seasonal Tastes from November 18-27.The fest will feature...Jazeera Airways to start flights from Kuwait to Al Ain in DecemberKuwaiti residents can now sample the tranquillity of Al Ain, courtesy of a new destination announced by Jazeera Airways.Starting on December 8, the airline will...UAE residents can register for place on special Emirates Airbus A380 National Day flightUAE residents have been invited to apply for a seat on a special National Day flight that aims to bring together the country's multicultural community.Dubai...Platinum Lounge at Sylhet wins International Curry Life AwardPlatinum Lounge, a one-of-its-kind world class lounge and restaurant at Kumar Para, Sylhet won the prestigious Curry Life Award in the category of “International Hospitality...Emirates adds Airport Maps on its appEmirates has launched a new feature on its app called Airport maps which will allow customers to navigate seamlessly through the airport. The Airport maps...Amari brings Chef Nong for upcoming Thai food festivalAmari Dhaka is bringing the exotic tastes of Thailand with a Thai food festival to be held from November 21-30.The mouth-watering delicacies will be prepared...Banglalink launches digital entertainment platform ‘Toffee’Banglalink, one of the leading digital communications service providers in Bangladesh, has officially launched Toffee, a digital entertainment platform, to provide customers with an exciting...Emirates announces special discount up to November 18Emirates airline has announced an attractive offer for adventurers and travellers from Bangladesh to explore destinations on its global network. The limited time offer is...IFALPA Asia Pacific Regional Meeting begins today in DhakaThe four-day long Asia Pacific Regional Meeting of International Federation of Airline Pilots’ Association, hosted by Bangladesh Airline Pilots’ Association, begins today at Pan Pacific...CPL launches iPhone 11 in BangladeshApple’s iPhone 11 hits Bangladesh market today. The latest iOS phone features A13 bionic chip, the fastest silicon ever in a smartphone.Compustar PVT Limited, the...Aviation X Lab unveiled in DubaiTo innovate and create the next era of aviation and to positively impact the lives of one billion people, the Aviation X Lab was unveiled...Regent Airways celebrates 9th anniversary, offers up to 50pc discountRegent Airways is offering attractive discount up to 50 per cent on air tickets in celebration of the carrier’s 9th anniversary.The offer is valid for...Himalaya Airlines to operate daily flights on Dhaka–Kathmandu routeHimalaya Airlines is launching daily flights to Kathmandu from Dhaka effective October 27.Flight no H9 679 will depart Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport everyday on 19:00...Tourism fair begins in ChattogramMayor of Chattogram City Corporation A J M Nasir Uddin formally inaugurated the three-day international tourism fair Chittagong Travel Mart-2019 at the Peninsula Chittagong hotel...Govt takes measures to prevent spread of diseases through airportsThe government has taken measures to prevent spread of all sorts of communicable diseases through the international airports of Bangladesh. As part of the initiatives,...EBL partners with BASIS to launch co-branded USD cardEastern Bank Ltd (EBL) launched a Mastercard Prepaid card exclusively for the member organisations of Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) and their...US-Bangla receives fourth ATR 72-600Private carrier US-Bangla Airlines received its fourth ATR 72-600 yesterday. The number of aircraft in its fleet is now 11, highest among private airlines.The latest...Bangladesh also to make planes one day in future: PMThe government is establishing Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Aviation and Aerospace University (BSMRAAU) in the northern district. From the aeronautical centre in Lalmonirhat, Bangladesh would...SCM to help draw road map for solving current aviation security issuesThe IFALPA Security Committee Meeting (SCM) currently prioritises four hot topics as the agendas. These are: cyber threat, laser attack, flight into and over conflicting...Emirates’ special offer to celebrate Mexico route launchEmirates is offering travellers from Bangladesh a 20 per cent discount to discover one of the most fascinating and vibrant cities in the Americas -...Haltrip–Monitor Airline of the Year 2019 poll set in motionThe eighth version of the frequent flyers’ opinion poll titled ‘Haltrip–Monitor Airline of the Year 2019' was officially launched today through a ceremony held at...Le Méridien Dhaka offers authentic Italian cuisine of LazioLe Méridien Dhaka is organising dinners consisting bona fide regional cuisine of Lazio, Italy.Titled ‘Lazio Regional Dinner’, it will take place on October 14-21 from...Sabre launches Sabre Red 360, its smartest workflow everSabre has officially launched Sabre Red 360, the smartest and most innovative workflow of the travel tech giant that offers users to tap into a...City Bank AMEX cardholder to avail 10pc discount on US-Bangla’s air ticketsCity Bank and US-Bangla Airlines signed an agreement which allows City Bank American Express cardholders to avail 10 per cent discount on air tickets of...MTB appoints Herbert Ludwig Jaeger as DirectorHerbert Ludwig Jaeger has been appointed as a Director of Mutual Trust Bank Limited.Prior to joining MTB, he was an Investment Director of DEG, a...Saudi Airlines office catches fire at Sonargaon hotelThe office of Saudi Arabian Airlines at Pan Pacific Sonargaon hotel caught fire today in the early morning.Lima Khanam, Duty Officer of the Fire Service...The Bangladesh Monitor celebrates 28th anniversaryThe Bangladesh Monitor, a premier English fortnightly of the country on travel trade celebrated its 29th anniversary today, September 28 at its corporate head office...8th Asian Tourism Fair 2019 to start Sept 26The 8th Asian Tourism Fair 2019 is going to take place on September 26-28 from 10:00 am to 08:00 pm at International Convention City Bashundhara...Avation leases second new ATR to US-BanglaAvation PLC has delivered the second new ATR 72-600 airplane to US-Bangla Airlines of Bangladesh under an operating lease agreed at market rates.This is the...PIA operates 46 flights without passengers, suffers PKR180 million lossesPakistan International Airlines (PIA) operated 46 flights from the Islamabad Airport without any passengers in 2016-17, according to a media report published by Geo News...