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Over 400 attend UCB-certified student development program with Monash College Australia
Universal College Bangladesh and Monash College Australia hosted an absolutely free, specialist online training session on “Effective problem solving: Excelling in Tests.” Over 400 students and teachers across Bangladesh from Grades 8 to 12 attended the event, for which Universal College Bangladesh gave the certificates of participation to all attendees.
Azim Uddin Ahmed has been elected as the Chairman, Board of Trustees of North South University
Mr Azim Uddin Ahmed, eminent industrialist, renowned patron of education, distinguished philanthropist, dynamic social worker and one of the promoters and founder members of North South University (NSU) has been elected unanimously as the Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of North South University recently.
Stories of Pandemic: resonance beyond the horizon
Everybody has a story. We just don’t take the time to know theirs that often. One of our heaviest burdens is bearing an untold story within us. But it is our stories that bring us together. The comfort in relating to a story that tells us, we are not alone. It is a unique untold tacit bond that we share, that makes us human. We all go through life, experiencing a multitude of emotions. The joy of success, the regret of failure. The confidence in overcoming obstacles, and the grief of loss. For life is hardly ever as picture-perfect as the movies. There is light and dark in all of us - the good, bad, and ugly. Most of which we tend to hide away from the world, but it is our battle scars that stand the test of time as a testament to our victories.
Battle of Minds 2021 Kicks Off
The most anticipated business case competition, Battle of Minds (BOM) is back with its 18th edition. While this global competition will be mostly virtual due to the pandemic, it brought about exciting new modalities, including an opportunity to secure seed funds for the global winners. Additionally, for the first time ever, the competition opened up to include not only current university students but also graduates and startups. This raises the scope for innovation and the stakes have never been higher to find the young leaders of tomorrow.
Local Government Initiative on Climate Change project extended for two years
The Government and the development partners have decided to extend the Local Government Initiative on Climate Change (LoGIC) project for two more years for delivering adaptation benefit to the most vulnerable coastal people of Bangladesh.
Audra introduces Wi-Fi router enabled parental control and home security solution
For the first time in Bangladesh, Audra has introduced a fantastic Wi-Fi router enabled parental control and home security solution to ensure personal data and IoT device security, prevent child gadget addiction, and safeguard them from harmful online content.
Making Homeownership a Joyful Experience
A home is a dream for some people. For others, it could mean an entirely new life, or it could be the start of a lifestyle previously not explored. A home is also a carefully made investment where a family can be assured of comfort and safety measures. As the urban population increases, already there is substantial demand for housing. Whether it is a dream, a desire, or a necessity, this need for housing has inspired many real estate companies to bring new and innovative living concepts upfront. We talked with the Executive Director of BTI's Communication and Brand Management Department Ms Aysha Siddiqua, to gain some valuable insight on how housing demand is being met in the urban scenario.
IPDC Ogroj: Anisul Islam Mahmud looks back on his legacy and contribution towards Society
Anisul Islam Mahmud is a distinguished member of the Jatiya Party. He first came to prominence in 1979, when he was elected as an MP in the Chittagong-5 constituency. He has been elected 6 times as the MP of Chittagong-5 for his valiant public work. His contribution to the countries political landscape is irredeemable. He was previously the Minister of Environment and Forest in the Cabinet of Bangladesh as well. Moreover, he is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shasha Denims Ltd.
Alesha Mart Ltd. the title sponsor for Bangladesh’s upcoming tour of New Zealand
Alesha Mart Ltd., a leading E-commerce company in Bangladesh, announced on March 19 that it has signed up as the title sponsor for Bangladesh’s upcoming tour of New Zealand. Starting 20th March, the “Alesha Mart Cup Bangladesh tour of New Zealand ODI/T20I Series”, will see the Blackcaps host Bangladesh for 3 one day internationals and 3 T20 internationals. The deal with the NZC will grant Alesha Mart (which is part of the Alesha Group) a strong on-ground presence across venues throughout the tour as well as exposure during the live broadcast.
Xiaomi Bangladesh unveils Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10
Xiaomi today announced the launch of the tenth generation of their Redmi Note series in Bangladesh. The brand introduced two smartphones under the series—Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10.
Robotics Club of BRAC University (ROBU) celebrates the Golden Jubilee of Independence with “JoyJatra’50 Techfest”
The curtains go down for the biggest online techfest of the year, "JoyJatra’50 Techfest powered by ACME, co-powered by Optimax Communications Ltd." hosted by the Robotics Club of BRAC University (ROBU). This event is organized celebrating the technological advancement that the whole country has achieved in its 50 years. The main goal of this event is to provide a platform to the young minds of the country to showcase their technological prowess and creative thinking.
Samsung launches Galaxy A12 in Bangladesh
Samsung Bangladesh has introduced the Galaxy A12 in the Bangladesh market. The presale has started in Pickaboo, and it will continue until March 19, 2021.
AUST Students Shortlisted for Prestigious 2021 Hult Prize US1M Challenge Award
The Hult Prize Foundation announced that SOYNIC, a soya protein food brand planned by the team Gambit has been shortlisted for the 2021 Hult Prize US1M Challenge regional final round. Md. Sabit Shahriar Haque, Snehashis Roy, Tahsin Rahman and Tofiquel Haque Toha are the members of Team Gambit of Ahsanullah University. In partnership with the United Nations Office of Partnerships, the Hult Prize Foundation organizes the world’s largest startup program aimed at social impact. It offers a grand startup prize of US$1,000,000 awarded by President Bill Clinton at the United Nations Headquarters on an annual basis. Their Team Gambit has beaten the odds, outperforming a record number of 350,000 program participants who began the journey this past fall. “It’s an amazing experience being selected...
No time to waste—says scientists and youth activists on day one of the Global Youth Climate Summit 2021
As part of its celebrations for Bangladesh’s 50th anniversary of independence, Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC) inaugurated the virtual Global Youth Climate Summit, in partnership with the California-based Foundation for Climate Restoration, Resilient Markets, and the Centre for Climate Repair at Cambridge, on March 11.
IDLC Finance Limited & UNICEF Pledges to Improve Maternal, Neonatal Health and Nutrition of Seven Tea Gardens in Sylhet
IDLC Finance Limited and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) signed a memorandum of understanding on March 10th, 2021 to improve maternal, neonatal health rights and nutrition in the tea gardens of Sylhet. Under this partnership, IDLC will support renovation of the tea gardens’ health facility with water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH) block and provide necessary medical equipment’s and logistics in seven tea gardens. UNICEF will ensure capacity building of the tea garden health service providers with necessary training in order to connect the tea gardens’ health facilities with the government system for better services and sustainability.
Tahsan – The ‘Face of Evaly’
Popular musician turned actor Tahsan Khan has been appointed as the ‘Face of Evaly’. Tahsan will remain as the ‘Face’ for the country's top ecommerce marketplace evaly.com.bd for the next two years.
Global gaming giant Stillfront gets into Bangladesh
Stillfront Group, a Swedish publicly listed game company acquired 100% shares of Moonfrog Labs and its subsidiary Dhaka based - Ulka Games Limited. 91% shares had been transferred for USD 90 Million. Rest will be transferred over the next three years and payouts will be according to the performance of the studios.
United Hospital organizes patient forum with kidney patients on the occasion of World Kidney Day
On the occasion of World Kidney Day on 11th March, the United Hospital Renal Care Center organized a patient forum with kidney patients entitled 'Staying Well with Kidney Disease'.