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An interactive session on “The Future of Careers” was held at UITS

On May 19, 2024 Bangladesh Innovation Forum and UITS Computer Science and Engineering Department jointly organized an interactive session titled "The Future of Careers" at UITS today in collaboration with UITS Computer Club. The aim of the event was to expose the students to future technology based career opportunities. The event discusses Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Machine Learning, and Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality and provides guidance on how to build a career in these fields. Chief Guest was Dr. Md. Abu Hasan Bhuiyan, The Honorable Vice-Chancellor of University of Information Technology and Sciences (UITS), he said, "In today's event, the guidance of industry experts on frontier technology will play an important role in shaping the career of students and I think ...

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Yunus on European Social Business Tour

Breaking News, Business

Nobel laureate Professor Yunus was hosted by the Fondazione Milano Cortina, which organized an event titled "Meet the Partners," with the well-known global brands supporting the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026. The purpose of the meeting was for Professor Yunus to explain the objectives and contents of the Social Olympics to the partners and answer their questions so that they can prepare their participation to suit the overall social objectives for the games. Among the partners who attended the event were VISA, Samsung, Randstad, and others. Professor Yunus elaborated on the concept of social business and clarified all related issues. Later, a presentation was made on The Impact 2026 Programme, an initiative jointly created and conducted by Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026, Yunus Sports...

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TECNO CAMON 30 Series Speculated to Hit Bangladesh Market Soon

Breaking News, Technology

After captivating innumerable smartphone users in different markets across the world, TECNO, a premium smartphone brand, is all set to bring in smartphones from its CAMON 30 series. CAMON 30 series is anticipated to hit the local market with an aspiration to enhance smartphone experience. There are hints that devices from this series will be facilitated with formidable camera systems that will redefine the idea of camera phone in the local market. Global releases states that smartphone enthusiasts may get the taste of AI-powered imaging technology. At least, this is what tech experts are assuming because of TECNO's collaboration with SONY. TECNO has already earned repute for its handy features among the users and with these latest offerings from CAMON series, they aim to add new dime...

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285 Agri-entrepreneurs from Sunamganj receive skill development training

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A day-long skill development training program for agricultural entrepreneurs from 12 upazilas of Sunamganj district was held at the Priyangon Community Center, Sunamganj Sadar, earlier today on May 19, 2024. The training program was organized under the nationwide agricultural support scheme of United Commercial Bank (UCB) PLC, titled 'Bhoroshar Notun Janala'. ATM Tahmiduzzaman, Additional Managing Director and Company Secretary of United Commercial Bank (UCB) PLC attended the program as the Event Chair, alongside Aminul Islam, Director, Bangladesh Bank, present as the Chief Guest. Rezaul Karim Siddique, popular presenter of BTV's agriculture-based show 'Mati O Manush', and an agricultural analyst, also attended the event as Special Guest. The event began with inspirational welcome speec...

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14th edition of Intex Bangladesh begins on 30 May

Breaking News, Business

The 14th edition of Intex Bangladesh, the premier international textile sourcing show, begins on 30th May 2024 at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka. This international textile sourcing expo connects Bangladesh's textiles and garment industry with a range of innovators and suppliers from across the globe. The three-day expo will bring the country’s finest RMG exporters, local and international brands and sourcing offices together under one roof. This year more than 200 companies from over 10 countries will showcase the latest trends in fibres, yarns, fabrics, accessories, solutions and services for exports as well as domestic consumption. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sunil Patwari, Chairman of TEXPROCIL said, “Intex Bangladesh offers a strategic platfor...

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NBL Inaugural Ceremony of the ‘Foundation Course for Junior Officers’

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A fifteen-day-long course on the ‘Foundation Course for Junior Officers (General) (Year 2023): Foreign Trade Finance & Operations Module’ (Combined Batch) of National Bank Limited was inaugurated at the Training Institute of the bank on May 19, 2024. Forty-nine officers from different branches of NBL participated in this training course. Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director of National Bank Limited, graced the inauguration ceremony as the chief guest. Shah Syed Rafiul Bari, Vice President & Principal of NBTI, was also present at the program.

May182024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Harpic Partners with SAJIDA Foundation

Breaking News, Health

Harpic, a leading household name in Bangladesh recently announced its partnership with SAJIDA Foundation, an NGO dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized communities of Bangladesh. The signing ceremony was held at the Gulshan-1 headquarters of Reckitt Benckiser (Bangladesh) PLC. The objective of the partnership is to address the pressing health and hygiene challenges faced by sanitation workers, who often belong to marginalized communities and endure social exclusion and discrimination. Senior Advisor of SAJIDA Foundation Mr. Md. Fazlul Hoque, Assistant General Manager Mr. Md. Shafiqul Islam & Akib Haider Chowdhury, Popular Actress & Harpic Brand Ambassador Nusrat Imrose Tisha, Account Director of ASIATIC Sahmida Rashid Anika, Group Account Manager Farhan Karim, General Ma...

May182024 by TS ReportNo Comments

TOEFL iBT Test Score Now Valid for All Australian Visa Purposes

Breaking News, Education

ETS, a global education and talent solutions organization, announced that effective May 5, 2024, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT will be recognized as valid for all Australian visa purposes. This significant development provides opportunities for individuals seeking to study, work, or migrate to Australia, enabling them to demonstrate their English proficiency through the TOEFL iBT test. TOEFL iBT, is the most widely accepted test of academic English proficiency and continues to be accepted by 100% of Australian universities and over 12,500 institutions worldwide across 160 countries. This affirmation for TOEFL iBT follows a standard review process by the Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA), following changes made to TOEFL iBT last year. Having successfu...

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Grameenphone Pledges to Empowering Society by Bringing More People Under Digital Connectivity: GP CEO

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Grameenphone, Bangladesh's leading telecommunications service provider, loved by more than 83 million customers, pledges its commitment to furthering digital connectivity on the occasion of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2024. With the theme 'Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development', Grameenphone reaffirms its dedication to bridging the digital divide and ensuring inclusive access to telecommunications and information technologies across Bangladesh. On this significant day, Grameenphone reflects on its ongoing efforts to empower communities through connectivity, bridging geographical and social gaps to foster a more digitally inclusive society. Through innovative initiatives and strategic partnerships, Grameenphone continues to extend its network reach, enhan...

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Drawing Competition held on World Environment Day 2024

Breaking News, National

In celebration of World Environment Day 2024, a children-teenage drawing competition on the theme "Nature and Environment" was held today at the National Chitrashala Plaza of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. The event was organized by the Department of Environment under the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change. In his speech, Dr. Abdul Hamid, Director General of the Department of Environment, emphasized the role of young minds in fostering a sustainable future and encouraged the participants to continue their efforts in promoting environmental awareness through art. He said the artworks highlighted the importance of nature and the urgent need to protect our environment. Under 8 years in Group A; 8 to under 12 years in Group B; Children aged 12 to under 16 years in gr...