ICT
Mass Uprising: ICT set to start trial proceedings tomorrow
The International Crimes Tribunal will initiate trial proceedings tomorrow in connection with the crimes against humanity committed during the July-August uprising, ICT Chief Prosecutor Md Tajul Islam said yesterday.
Little to show for Tk 65,000cr spent on ICT
The telecommunications and ICT sectors failed to make expected progress despite making a massive investment of Tk 65,000 crore between 2010 and August 2024, according to a recent statement from the telecom ministry.
Beyond 'digital' and 'smart': Defining Bangladesh's ICT brand
Countries that prioritise Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have each chosen distinct positions for themselves.
From smart to dumb Bangladesh: the need for accountability in ICT
One of the most significant contributions of Gen Y in the last decade has been the expansion of Bangladesh's ICT sector
ICT Development Index / Bangladesh scores 62, lower than most Asian peers
The global average score is 74.8
Govt to build tech park in Dhaka
The ICT Division is building a technology park in the capital’s Karwan Bazar for Tk 160 crore as it looks to install business incubation centres at universities and collaborate with industry and academia with the infrastructure.
a2i and Bangladesh team wins 3 gold and 2 silver at ITEX, Malaysia
The team from Bangladesh has won 3 gold and 2 silver awards at the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) 2023 competition, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
INFOCOM 2023 explores the future of technology and business
Under the theme "Leading With Purpose", this year's conference is being held in association with the SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SAARC CCI) and The Daily Star.
Govt. to spend Tk 250 crore to train 25 thousand women on freelancing
The ICT department is working on developing ICT skills for women in 43 districts under a project titled 'Her Power', to create employment for young women through freelancing. The Tk 250 crore project will provide 3 months of hands-on training and 3-months of incubation, the State Minister for ICT Junaid Ahmed Palak recently spoke in a parliamentary session.
Evidence found against 19 Cox’s Bazar war crime suspects
The investigation agency of the International Crimes Tribunal claims to have found “sufficient evidence against 19 war crimes accused” from Cox’s Bazar.
Death warrants issued for SQ Chy, Mojaheed
A war crimes tribunal has issued death warrants for BNP leader Salauddin Quader Chowdhury and Jamaat-e-Islami leader Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojaheed. The warrants will be soon sent to authorities concerned and initiate the process of execution.
War crimes: SQ Chy, Mojaheed’s full verdict released
Condemned war criminals Salauddin Quader Chowdhury and Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojaheed can seek review of SC verdict in 15 days.
The power of an information society
When the 'Digital India' initiative of the Indian Prime Minister receives the backing of none other than the Google CEO Sundar Pichai, one can't help but look at it with admiration.
Technology doesn't make school pupils smarter: study
Computers do not noticeably improve school pupils' academic results and can even hamper performance.
SIM re-registration starts Sep 13
Verification and re-registration process will continue for three months. Devoid of re-registration, a SIM will be blocked.
One war crimes tribunal to be inactive from Sunday
When different organisations are demanding an increase in the number of war crimes tribunals for quick prosecution of war crimes suspects, the government initiates a process to keep one of the tribunals dormant.
‘Section 57 gives admin unfettered discretion’
A lawyer who is representing a writ petitioner argued before the High Court that Section 57 of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Act provides “unfettered discretion to the administration”.
Legal notice asks to scrap Section 57 (1) of ICT act
A Supreme Court lawyer sends a legal notice to government requesting it to scrap Section 57 (1) of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Act which has come under severe criticism recently.
Submit concise statement on Kashem’s appeal, SC asks AG
The Supreme Court today ordered the attorney general to submit a concise statement in two weeks on convicted war criminal Mir Kashem Ali’s appeal against his death sentence.