Grameenphone (GP)
Norway's Telenor hopes for consolidation in Europe, CEO says at Davos
Telenor, which holds 55.8% ownership share in Grameenphone, hopes to see consolidation in the European telecoms sector
‘Cholo Bangladesh’ concert set to boost the spirit of cricket
A concert titled “Cholo Bangladesh” has been arranged by Grameenphone in view of the Tigers performing on the biggest stage of the cricket world. The programme will be a musical extravaganza to celebrate the national cricket team’s journey to the ICC Cricket World Cup, so far. The event has been scheduled to be held at the Bangladesh Army Stadium on Friday, October 20.
GP’s profit declines in January-March quarter
Grameenphone Ltd’s profit declined 3.8 per cent year-on-year to Tk 779.12 crore in the first quarter of 2023.
‘Ban on GP SIM counterproductive for nation’s digitalisation agenda’
Grameenphone said the telecom regulator’s ban on sales of SIM of the leading telecom operator is counterproductive for the nation’s digitalisation agenda and against the principle of customers’ freedom of choice.
97% Bangladeshi mobile internet users concerned about device's security: study
Ninety-seven per cent of the Bangladeshi mobile internet users are concerned about their privacy and security in the digital world, according to a study.
GP gets nod to sell old recycled SIMs
The telecom regulator has recently allowed Grameenphone (GP) to sell unused pre-approved old numbers that were not in operation for over 450 days, an official of the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) said.
Grameenphone, Monno Ceramic team up to give customers special discounts
Grameenphone’s loyal customers can enjoy up to 12 per cent discount in Monno Ceramic’s flagship outlets.
Grameenphone launches smartphone fair
Country’s top telecom operator Grameenphone yesterday launched a 4G smartphone fair ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, offering customers with gifts and internet packages on selected models.
GP says SIM ban unexpected as it performed better than benchmark
Grameenphone said the telecom watchdog’s latest ban on SIM sales is unexpected and the operator will take its next course of action after assessing the regulator’s letter related to the bar.
GP, Banglalink lose in MNP battle
Banglalink has lost the highest number of subscribers to other operators in the last one year as the users changed the carrier using the mobile number portability service.
GP-Robi's conflict with BTRC to be resolved in 3 weeks: Finance minister
The ongoing conflict of Grameenphone and Robi with the BTRC over the payment of the telecom regulator’s dues will be resolved through discussion within three weeks, says Finance Minister AHM Mustafa Kamal.
Move to revoke GP, Robi’s 2G-3G licences
Grameenphone and Robi’s clash with the telecom regulator became more heated yesterday after they were slapped with show-cause notices enquiring why their 2G and 3G licences should not be cancelled for their failure to pay unpaid dues unearthed by audit.
BTRC issues notice asking why licences of GP, Robi won’t be cancelled
The telecom regulator issues two separate show cause notices to Grameenphone and Robi asking them to reply in 30 days why their licences will not be cancelled despite violating the licensing conditions by not paying the telecom regulator’s ‘dues’.
GP, Robi to get back bandwidth
The telecom regulator is set to lift the partial block on the bandwidth capacity of Grameenphone and Robi after the government
GP, Robi dues: No scope for arbitration, says BTRC
Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) says there is no scope for arbitration under the existing law over its action taken against the two major telecom operators.
Call drops, slow internet to rise, BTRC official says
The government decides to partially reduce bandwidth capacity of two leading private telecom operators of the country -- Grameenphone and Robi -- as the companies did not pay the due amount that was detected in audits.
SMP Restriction: GP call rate to rise by 5 paisa/minute
Grameenphone subscribers’ minimum call rate is set to increase by 5 paisa a minute to Tk 0.50 as part of restrictions imposed on the operator for being declared a significant market power.
GP users set to pay more
Grameenphone subscribers can brace themselves for higher charges thanks to a set of decisions taken at a telecom division meeting
GP’s call rate to rise
Per minute call charge of using mobile phone service of Grameenphone is set to increase as they have been declared as the significant market power (SMP) operator, telecom ministry decides in a meeting.