December 2021 - Page 5 of 7

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MOU sign between Janata Bank Limited and Nazihar IT Solutions Limited

The state-owned Janata Bank Limited has entered into an agreement with Nazihar IT Solutions Limited to provide customers with fast, secure online and technology-based advanced core banking services. Through this agreement, Janata Bank will get the benefit of upgrading and reimplementing the existing core banking solution Temenos T24 software. The agreement was signed at the bank's head office on December 2. In the presence of Janata Bank Limited MD and CEO Bir Muktijoddha Abdus Salam Azad, Khandaker Mohammad Sharif Uddin, DGM, IT Department of the Bank and Zillur Rahman, Managing Director, Nazihar IT Solution Limited signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. Honorable Director of Janata Bank Limited Ajit Kumar Paul, K M Shamsul Alam, Mohammad Asad Ullah an...

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Inauguration of 21st AOCMP held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

The inauguration of the three-day 21st Asia Oceania Congress of Medical Physics (AOCMP), the biggest conference of the Asia Oceania region was held on December 10, 2021 (Friday) at 5:0 P.M. at UIU Auditorium for the first time in Bangladesh. Mr. Ziaul Hasan, NDC, Secretary, Ministry of Science and Technology, People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest while Prof. Dr. Sanowar Hossain, Chairman, Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC), Prof. Dr. A K H Enayet Hussain, Director General, Medical Education, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Division, People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Dr. Kazi Anowarul Hoque, Additional Secretary (PRL), Local Government Division, Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development & Cooperatives, Bangladesh Secretariat, Dhaka, Ban...

Dec102021 by News DeskNo Comments

Microsoft launches Dynamics 365 Business Central in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology

Facilitating the increasing digital transformation of businesses in the country, Microsoft has introduced Dynamics 365 Business Central in Bangladesh, providing a platform that allows businesses of all sizes to interconnect their teams through one cloud ecosystem for seamless and efficient business operations and accelerated growth. A virtual event was held recently, participants learned how to boost efficiency through automated tasks while gaining an interconnected view of business data, accumulated business analytics, all guided and delivered by Microsoft’s leading intelligent technologies. “With digital transformation at an ever-increasing speed, Microsoft is looking to aid business of all sizes in the country with cutting-edge technology, enhancing efficiency to anchor accelerate...

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Sharing Lives through Digital connectivity

Breaking News, Opinion

Abdul Wahed Saif Digital transformation has been one of the buzzwords of the past few decades that comes with an array of futuristic offerings, subject to uses and interpretation. It has now become an integral chapter in the process of how we have evolved as a superior social entity, enhancing the modalities of our communication and connectivity through the manifold tools in the digital ecosystem. Social media, for instance, has seen its colors massively transform over the period of time, as industry leaders like Facebook opted to restructure into ‘Meta’, addressing the forthcoming trends of interconnectivity among all digital communication channels. Instant messaging platforms like IMO and others are also consistently opting for innovation because it is perhaps the only way to...

Dec102021 by News DeskNo Comments

ERF and BUILD jointly organized a dialogue on `Income Tax Law 2022’

Breaking News, Business

The Economic Reporters’ Forum (ERF) and Business Initiative Leading Development (BUILD) yesterday organized a dialogue on `Income Tax Law 2022’ at ERF Auditorium. Adviser for Economic Affairs to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Dr.Mashiur Rahman was present the function as Chief Guest. BUILD Chairperson Abul Kasem Khan, President of Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) Rizwan Rahman, President of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) Mahmudul Hasan Khusru, Chairman of Policy Exchange of Bangladesh Dr. M Masrur Reaz, First Secretary of Income Tax at National Board of Revenue (NBR) Md. Shahidul Islam, President of BARVIDA Abdul Haque, Former ICAB president Humayun Kabir, BUILD CEO Ferdaus Ara Begum among others spoke at the dialogue. ERF President Sharmeen Ri...

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“A Father’s Diary” to the world premiere in Dhaka International Festival

Breaking News, Entertainment

Canadian director Golam Mustofa's feature film “A Father’s Diary” will premiere at the 20th Dhaka International Film festival (DIFF). Cinema lovers attending this prestigious event will have the opportunity to attend the screening of the award-winning director's film on January 15 – 23,2020 in ‘Cinema of the world section’, along with 220 films from 70 countries. Golam Mustofa's amenable mindset and his in-depth connection with Bangladeshi ethnicity are reflected in his work. Mustofa tells a story that may not be uncommon but finds muted audience if debated. The film draws the attention of worldwide critics and brings the Bangladeshi community under the spotlight. Dina and Isabelle having Bangladeshi and Italian origin are best friends and neighbors; their father's Hassan and Mar...

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Let’s go to Maldives with US Bangla

Breaking News, Feature

Md. Kamrul Islam The Maldives is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Its small islands seem to be attracting tourists with various colors. For those who love the sea and want to get lost in the seclusion, the Maldives is an attractive, favorite and ideal place. And US-Bangla Airlines will be on the side of the Maldives trip. Private airline US-Bangla Airlines has started operating direct flights to Maldives, the capital of Maldives, as the tenth international destination. For the first time since November 19, the airline has started direct flights from Dhaka to Male, the capital of Maldives. US-Bangla Airlines has announced a package of 58990 taka. 2 nights 3 days stay, Dhaka-Male-Dhaka with all kinds of taxes including air ticket, airport-hotel-airport travel, br...

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Gadget & Gear brings the most awaiting MacBook Pro 14 & 16 inch

Breaking News, Technology

Bangladesh’s most premium & multi-branded retail chain shop Gadget & Gear has brought the most-anticipated latest MacBook Pro 14 and 16 inches, in the local market. The new MacBook Pro is available in 14 and 16-inch models. Each can be configured with the M1 Pro or M1 Max chip and offers unprecedented levels of pro performance. With the blazing-fast M1 Pro or M1 Max chip, it delivers two times faster graphics processing. Adding to that, a stunning Liquid Retina XDR display, the best camera, Spatial audio system, all the necessary ports & an amazing battery life are making this MacBook Pro a multi-stream performance beast. Gadget & Gear is providing 12 months of Apple official Bangladesh & International warranty facility with each MacBook Pro. Gadget & G...

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realme’s best campaign of the year kicks off along with the opportunity to win Tk 1 lakh

Breaking News, Business

Youth-favorite brand realme has recently kicked off the best campaign of the year. During the campaign to be held from 7-31 December 2021, if you buy any realme smartphone, you will have a chance to win 1 lakh taka. This is a great opportunity to buy an official realme smartphone from your nearest outlet, along with the chance to win thousands of exciting prizes. Apart from the grand prize of Tk. 1 lakh, the buyers can also win realme Book Slim/PAD, Cox’s Bazar couple tour, realme GT Master Edition, realme 8 5G, realme 8, realme Watch 2, Band 2, Buds Air 2, Buds 2 NEO, realme sports bottle, realmeow key ring, fashion brand coupon, cashback up to Tk. 500-1000, free data bundle offer and Netflix/Spotify Subscription just by buying realme smartphones. If you buy any official realme sma...

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ULAB Wins Silver in Wharton-QS Reimagine Education Awards

Breaking News, Education

The University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) won the Social Science Silver Award for 2021 in the Wharton–Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Reimagine Education Awards; otherwise known as the “Oscars of Education.” The ULAB entry is the Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF), which is an outreach program of the Media Studies and Journalism Department. The DIMFF inspires and sparks creativity in storytelling from people with limited income or resources. It encourages filmmakers to harness the immense possibilities of disseminating authentic narratives; supporting communities to tell their own stories, using their own voices. The DIMFF has an executive body and a core team of volunteers who work year-round to ensure the festival's success. The Social Science Gold Award went to Pom...