May 16, 2024 - TheStatement24

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imo and JAAGO join hands to empower marginalized children’s education

Instant communication platform imo and Bangladesh-based non-profit organization JAAGO Foundation signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate better education for the marginalized children of the country. Under the scope of the MoU, an event was held on May 16, 2024 at JAAGO’s school in Banani, where imo distributed stationeries to the children of JAAGO. Driven by a sense of compassion, innovation and empowerment, imo is taking a major step to support children in local communities through this collaboration. JAAGO Foundation is a non-profit development organization that is committed to eliminating poverty through education and improving lives across Bangladesh. To help the marginalized children of Bangladesh reach their full potential and succeed in life, imo focused on ...

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Yunus Meets President of Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella

Breaking News, National

On May 11, 2024, Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus had an audience with the President of Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella at the Presidential Palace along with his fellow Nobel Peace Prizes Laureates from the World Human Fraternity. They discussed the outlines of the Peace Declaration formulated at the Peace Round Table earlier along with other global challenges facing humanity today.

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Control Hypertension to Curb NCDs- Speakers at World Hypertension Day discussion meeting

Breaking News, Health

The prevalence of hypertension and hypertension-related various non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is growing increasingly in Bangladesh. Although the government has taken several initiatives to control hypertension, ensuring necessary allocation for an uninterrupted supply of medicine across the country remains a challenge. According to experts, premature deaths from NCDs can be reduced to a great extent by controlling hypertension alone. They recommended allocation of the necessary funding for this sector in the upcoming budget for FY 2024-25. These issues were highlighted at a discussion meeting titled "Hypertension Situation in Bangladesh and Way Forward" held at the capital's BMA Bhaban on Thursday, May 16. The discussion meeting was organized on the occasion of World Hypertension Day b...

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Dr. Md. Sabur Khan represents Bangladesh at the 3rd Terme Selce International Congress on Corporate Wellbeing

Breaking News, Education

Dr. Md. Sabur Khan, Founder & Chairman of Daffodil International University, recently participated in the 3rd Terme Selce International Congress on Corporate Wellbeing held at the European Union Parliament. This prestigious event brought together 31 experts from 9 countries and garnered support from 50 institutions. The congress, hosted by the European Committee of the Regions, featured enlightening panels on mental, physical, and nutritional wellbeing, expertly moderated by distinguished figures. Dr. Md. Sabur Khan's representation provided invaluable insights from Bangladesh, contributing to the global dialogue on fostering a culture of health and wellbeing in companies. The event served as a platform for discussions aimed at enhancing the health and wellbeing culture within orga...

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Project initiated by iFarmer and UCB enables maize and chili farmers to repay loans in advance.

Breaking News, Business

iFarmer and United Commercial Bank PLC have been successfully conducting the project of bank financing and repayment with maize and chili farmers since November 2023. Under the project, two companies recently organized a formal discussion meeting on May 13, 2024, at Kazipur in Sirajganj, where over 70 farmers participated in repaying loans in advance. Under the project, the farmers have also received other facilities, including weather updates, high-quality agricultural inputs, and advisory services. The project allowed farmers to receive financial support from United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB) for maize and chili harvest. The project was initiated in November 2023, with 173 farmers and will end in July 2024. Now, farmers are preparing to collect the final harvest of maize and chili. ...

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Safe and Hassle-Free Qurbani by Bengal Meat

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As the Eid-ul-Azha 2024 approaches, Bengal Meat continues its tradition of easing customers' concerns during Qurbani. The organization has once again introduced their Online Qurbani Haat for the 10th consecutive year. Officials of Bengal Meet announced the inauguration through a press conference organized at Bengal Meat's head office in Dhaka on Wednesday. qurbani.bengalmeat.com, from the online platform customers can choose and purchase cattle, goats, and sheep; choose meat processing options, and arrange delivery. Bengal Meat then performs the sacrifice in a perfectly halal way under the supervision of Islamic Foundation representatives, processes the meat, and delivers it to customers while maintaining the proper cold chain. Bengal Meat Qurbani is designed to cater to buyers' need...