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Aug282023 by News DeskNo Comments

Sarah Cooke congratulated the 24 Bangladeshi Commonwealth scholars awarded in 2023

The British Council has organised a pre-departure briefing for the Commonwealth scholars awarded in 2023 from Bangladesh on 28 August 2023 in the British High Commissioner’s residence. This year, 24 talented individuals have received scholarships from Bangladesh in top-notch UK universities like the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University College London, University of Warwick, University of Edinburgh, etc. All the Commonwealth Scholarship schemes are highly competitive, and candidates whose applications are outstanding across the board become successful. The events aimed at celebrating the success of the scholarship recipients, allowing them to gather essential information and guidance from the Commonwealth Scholarship Alumni to ensure a smooth transition to life in the...

Aug272023 by News DeskNo Comments

28 outstanding fintech innovations honored at 2nd bangladesh fintech award

Breaking News, Business

Revealing into its 2nd edition, Mastercard Presents 2nd Bangladesh Fintech Award Powered by bKash Limited & in Association with Mutual Trust Bank Limited, upay, BASIS & The Daily Star honored 28 fintech innovations across 11 categories through a grand gala ceremony at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden on August 26, 2023 (Saturday). Among the awardees, 14 innovations were awarded winners, and 14 innovations were given Honorable Mentions. Initiated by Bangladesh Fintech Forum, the 2nd edition of the accolade was organized by Bangladesh Brand Forum. The award gala was graced by Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP, Honorable State Minister, ICT Division, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh as Chief guest. In his speech, the Chief Guest, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP, said, “Banglades...

Aug262023 by News DeskNo Comments

BASIS celebrates the National Mourning Day in a different way

Breaking News, National

Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) celebrated the 48th martyrdom anniversary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. On Friday, August 25, 2023, a stage drama named 'Neta je raat a nihoto holen' (The night the leader was killed) was staged at the Liberation War Museum, Agargaon, Dhaka, based on the story of Prominent fiction writer and dramatist Imdadul Haque Milan, and the drama was directed by Rezanur Rahman. Posts and Telecommunications Minister Mustafa Jabbar, Cultural Affairs Secretary of Bangladesh Awami League Ashim Kumar Ukil, MP, Prominent fiction writer and dramatist Imdadul Haque Milan, Director of the drama Rezanur Rahman were present at the event. BASIS President Russell T. Ahmed presided over the programme. Post and Te...

Aug262023 by News DeskNo Comments

HSC students can NOW directly join LSE-directed University of London degrees at UCB in Dhaka

Breaking News, Education

Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), the exclusive partner of University of London, had an Open Day on August 26, 2023 with Dr James Abdey of the London School of Economics as guest of honour. Hundreds of talented and aspiring young students joined the event held at the UCB campus in Gulshan Avenue, to learn about the full three year UK degree programmes that will be available at UCB from September. The objective of the University of London Open Day event was to introduce students to the BSc degrees in Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, Economics, and Finance, now available at Universal College Bangladesh. All these degrees are under the academic direction of the London School of Economics and students will be able to complete all three years of the UK degrees at the UC...

Aug262023 by News DeskNo Comments

To Achieve the SDGs Amended Tobacco ACT is a Must

Breaking News, National

Leaders of Aviation and Tourism Journalist Forum Bangladesh - ATJFB, the country's leading media workers' organization, have urged the speedy passage of the amendment to the Tobacco Control Act to protect the health of the country's people and build a strong and talented young society. On Saturday morning (August 26) in a workshop with ATJFB on the amendment of the Tobacco Control Act organized by Dhaka Ahsaniya Mission with media workers, they also said that if the modification of the Act is passed, deaths will decrease, SDG goals will be achieved, and Bangladesh will be free of tobacco. The meeting was chaired by Iqbal Masud, Director of Health and Wash Sector of Dhaka Ahsania Mission, and Mostafizur Rahman, Lead Policy Advisor of Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Bangladesh, Tanjib A...

Aug252023 by News DeskNo Comments

Monash Open Day held at Universal College Bangladesh campus

Breaking News, Education

Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), the exclusive partner of Monash College in Bangladesh, had a Monash Open Day on August 24, 2023. Hundreds of talented and aspiring young students joined the event held at the UCB campus in Gulshan Avenue, and exchanged ideas on ideal methods and strategies for approaching quality higher education abroad. The objective of the Monash Open Day event was to introduce students to the Monash programs available at Universal College Bangladesh and show students how to begin their international educational journey from Dhaka to Monash University in Australia or Malaysia. Monash University is currently ranked #42 in the QS World University Rankings and entry for international students is extremely competitive. UCB is the only Ministry of Education-approved in...

Aug242023 by News DeskNo Comments

‘Priyotoma’ on Bioscope @ Tk 18 only

Breaking News, Entertainment

Grameenphone brings Priyotoma, the biggest blockbuster of the year, exclusively on Bioscope for customers to watch from anywhere in Bangladesh. This huge craze of Priyotoma has led to houseful cinema halls leaving to a lot of customers missing out due to shortage of tickets or lack of cinema halls in the remote areas. Hence, Bioscope has released it in its platform within only 8 weeks of the silver screen release to ensure customers can watch the biggest blockbuster from the comfort of their homes or on the go, with just Tk.18. A step towards Smart Bangladesh, Grameenphone believes that no one should be deprived of smart amenities and should remain unconnected. While connecting the unconnected, Grameenphone has brought this opportunity so that even someone from the remotest corner can wa...

Aug242023 by News DeskNo Comments

Dameer & Fuad Present: Sanjoy

Breaking News, Entertainment

Dameer & Fuad, two of Bangladesh’s most popular and acclaimed musicians, will join forces on August 31st for a special show at Dhaka’s Aloki. Music director Fuad Almuqtadir is returning after a long time to the stage with two young artists - Sanjay and Dameer. Fuad is a pioneer of the contemporary Bengali sound. He has been praised for his innovative production techniques and his ability to blend traditional Bengali music with electronic influences. Dameer is a rising star in the Bangladeshi music scene. His hit songs “Amar Jaan” and “Bashbo Bhalo” have been featured on radio stations around the world. Sylhet-born Sanjoy is a DJ and producer who has worked with some of the biggest names in music. His hit songs “Shangri-La,” “OBVI,” and “One in a Million” have been streamed millions ...

Aug232023 by News DeskNo Comments

Special exhibition of ‘Bay of Blood’ at ULAB

Breaking News, Education

Bangladesh Liberation War Museum and University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) on August 20, jointly organized a special exhibition of the documentary film 'Bay of Blood' on the massacres during the Liberation War. The exhibition was held in the auditorium of the Research Building of ULAB at Dhanmondi. ULAB Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Jude William Genillo delivered the welcome address on the occasion. Indian filmmaker Krishnendu Bose's documentary 'Bay of Blood' captures the background history of the Partition of India in 1947 and the subsequent Bangladesh Liberation War. In addition, the documentary has repeatedly stated that the massacres and atrocities on women during the Liberation War were not only a manifestation of the overzealous brutality of some Pakistani soldiers, but a we...

Aug232023 by News DeskNo Comments

Grameenphone bags Asia’s Best Employer Brands 2023 award

Breaking News, Technology

Grameenphone has won the prestigious ‘Asia’s Best Employer Brands 2023’ award at the 18th Employer Branding Awards event, held recently at the Pan Pacific Singapore. Hosted by the Employer Branding Institute, the award aimed at recognizing the outstanding contributions by organizations with regards to talent management, talent development and talent innovation. John Antos, Vice President Strategy, Asia Pacific & Global Payroll at ADP; and Prof. Dr. R. P. Banerjee, Chairman & Director, EIILM-Kolkata were present during the award announcement. The awardees were finalized by jury members after thorough assessment of the organizations’ previous 24-months’ operations, considering certain criteria. Grameenphone’s best practices for nurturing and facilitating potential human resourc...