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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.
Asia Marketing Day to be Celebrated Virtually on May 27, 2021 (Thursday) Across Asia by Asia Marketing Federation (AMF)
The celebration will gather together leading marketing experts in a one-day conference to share global insights about the marketing industry, with keynote speeches, real-life case studies, and interactive sessions with Q&As. Mr. Prof. Boojong Kim, President AMF will start the day with his opening remarks. Father of modern marketing Philip Kotler will address the participants of the conference. Harmawan Kartajaya, Founder of AMF will share the keynote on the theme of marketing day. The Conference will also have Prof. Yongjin Kim, President, Asia Council for Small Business (ACSB) for the 2nd keynote session of the day.
Imo launches ‘Multiple Account Support’ for Bangladeshi users
Imo has recently introduced a new feature ‘Multiple Account Support,’ where users can seamlessly switch between multiple accounts using one handset and log in to their respective Imo account safely and seamlessly. The new feature, specifically launched for Bangladeshi users, enables individuals and families that share one mobile device to access their Imo accounts with greater ease.
Food Frontiers Urban Food Systems Innovation Challenge launched by GAIN and UN WFP
Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Business Network (SBN) Bangladesh co-convened by Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) and the UN World Food Programme (WFP) has launched an innovation challenge for rising youth entrepreneurs to bring disruptive innovation in the urban food system titled as ‘Food Frontiers, Urban Food System Innovation Challenge, 2021’. The application submission will end on 3rd June, 2021. The winners of this competition will get pre-seed funding of a maximum of USD 15000 to implement their business ideas through grant and infrastructure support.
‘Taufika Foods and Agro Industries Limited’ is now ‘Taufika Foods and Lovello Ice-cream PLC’
The 1st Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) of Taufika Foods and Agro Industries Ltd. was held on 24th May 2021 through virtual platform.
Bangladeshi startup Arogga raises USD 200K
Bangladeshi medicine delivery startup Arogga has secured $200k seed funding from new angel investors, and follow-on investment from Dubai-based Falcon Network.
Realme unveils Realme 8 Pro along with Buds Air 2 & Buds Air 2 Neo
Realme has launched the new Realme 8 Pro along with Buds Air 2 & Buds Air 2 Neo – through an online launch event on 24 May 2021.
Land ministry, upay signs MoU on land fee payment
upay, a leading mobile financial service provider in the country today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Land facilitating the citizens of Bangladesh to pay different land-related fees through upay.
DataBird, Bangladesh’s leading Internet group, raises $3m bridge round
DataBird, Bangladesh's leading Internet group, recently raised $3 million in funding led by Skycatcher, a global Internet and software investor. Previously, the company raised a Seed round of $4m in 2018.
Tamim Iqbal is now the brand ambassador of SMC Plus Electrolyte Drink
Expressing his feelings as the brand ambassador, Tamim Iqbal said, ‘SMC Plus is the first ever electrolyte drink in Bangladesh. As a sportsman I always try to keep my body rehydrated, it feels good to be associated with a product that is rich in essential electrolytes and works to relieve dehydration and fatigue.'
University of Asia Pacific signs MoU with Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkey
University of Asia Pacific (UAP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ondokuz Mayis University (OMU), Turkey on 20th May 2021. Prof. Dr. Md. Sultan Mahmud, Acting Vice Chancellor, UAP, and Prof. Dr. Yavuz Unal, Rector, OMU, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective institutions through an online MoU signing ceremony.