June 2024 – Page 6 – TheStatement24

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Call for ensuring trans-fat-free safe food- Speakers at World Food Safety Day Webinar

Excessive amount of trans fat in food is increasing the prevalence of heart diseases and various other non-communicable diseases along with the overall fatality risk in Bangladesh. Safe food must be ensured by controlling trans fat levels in food to protect public health. The government has passed the "Controlling Trans-Fatty Acid in Foodstuffs Regulation 2021" to curb the use of trans fats in food. However, not much progress has been noticed in terms of its implementation. Comprehensive implementation of the regulations is required to reduce the risk of trans-fat-induced heart diseases. Speakers highlighted this information at a webinar titled "Implementation of Trans Fatty Acid Control Regulations: Progress and Way Forward", organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowled...

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UIU Team 3rd Place in Asia at CanSat Competition 2024

Breaking News, Education

The UIU ASTRO team from United International University (UIU) won 3rd place in Asia and 11th place in the world at the CanSat Competition 2024 organized by the American Astronautical Society (AAS). The competition was held on June 6-9, 2024 in Virginia, USA. The Competition was sponsored by NASA, US Naval Research Lab (NRL), Siemens among others. CanSat is an annual student design-build-launch competition for space-related topics that involves designing a satellite capsule (container and probe). This satellite needs to be launched and deployed at a height of about 670 to 725 meters, and demonstrate successful deployment and landing sequences till the probe lands successfully. A total of 80 teams (5 from Bangladesh) participated in the first round out of which 31 teams (20 teams outsi...

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Xiaomi Launches Redmi 13: Gateway to Style and Performance

Breaking News, Feature

Xiaomi has officially launched the highly anticipated Redmi 13, designed for young, trendy, and cool individuals ready to make their mark on the world. With its innovative features, stylish design, and powerful performance, the Redmi 13 truly tagline "Style banai, Dunia kapai," setting a new standard for smartphones aimed at trendsetters. The Redmi 13 is not just a phone; it's a statement. Imagine capturing your precious moments with a powerful 108MP super-clear main camera, ensuring every shot is a masterpiece. Whether you're an influencer, a content creator, or just someone who loves to share their life with the world, the 3x in-sensor lossless zoom will give you stunning clarity every time. Even in low-light conditions, the rear camera shines, producing ultra-clear night photos and v...

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Lower Income Group’s Health Protection Neglected in Proposed Budget

Breaking News, National

To protect the next generation from the deadly grasp of tobacco and to reduce the number of new tobacco users, Dhaka Ahsania Mission has demanded an increase in the price of tobacco products in line with inflation. This demand was made at an event titled 'Post-Budget Reaction: Tobacco Pricing and Taxation,' held on Monday (June 10, 2024) at the Meeting Room of Health Sector of Dhaka Ahsania Mission. The keynote paper was delivered by Iqbal Masud, Director of the Health and WASH Sector of Dhaka Ahsania Mission. He pointed out that in recent years, the prices of essential goods have increased significantly, but the prices of tobacco products have not risen at the same rate. Moreover, the rate of tobacco tax increases in Bangladesh is comparatively much lower than in neighboring countries....

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TECNO’s Exclusive Eid Deals

Breaking News, Technology

Eid is around the corner, and to amplify the joy of this festive season, innovative smartphone brand TECNO has announced delightful surprises for its users and fans. You can now purchase selected TECNO devices, including TECNO CAMON 30, SPARK 20 Pro+, CAMON 20, and CAMON 20 Pro, with various lucrative offers. When you buy the SPARK 20 Pro+, you will receive a premium backpack. The SPARK 20 Pro+ offers a seamless smartphone experience powered by the G99 ultimate processor and features a large 6.78-inch Curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with a 108 MP Ultra Sensing Main Camera, allowing you to capture stunning photos in any lighting condition. With a 5000 mAh battery and 33W charging, the SPARK 20 Pro+ is perfect for multitasking, gaming, and photography. TECNO r...

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Media can play vital role to explore potential of Haor, wetland

Breaking News, National

Speakers at a workshop have said that the Haor and wetlands of Bangladesh have immense potential for strengthening the country’s economy. If the Haor and wetlands of the country come under proper management and the resources of the reservoirs can be used properly, Bangladesh will advance economically. The country will move forward in many other ways. However, the prospects and problems of Haor and wetland should be covered in mass media properly for the way-out. Delivering his presidential speech at the event, Md. Akhtaruzzaman, Director General (additional secretary) of the Department of Bangladesh Haor & Wetlands Development; said that the role of mass media and journalists is essential to exploit the immense potential of Haor and wetland. He called upon the media and journalists ...

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NBL Concluding Ceremony of the ‘Foundation Course for Junior Officer’

Breaking News, Business

The 15-day-long training on the ‘Foundation Course for Junior Officer (General) (Year-2023): Foreign Trade Finance & Operations Module’ (Combined Batch) of National Bank Limited concluded at the Training Institute of the bank on June 5, 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, was present at the concluding ceremony as the chief guest and distributed certificates and prizes among the participants. Shah Syed Rafiul Bari, Vice President & Principal of NBTI, was also present at the program.

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UCB Celebrates Ashik Chowdhury’s World Record Skydive

Breaking News, Feature

United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB) is proudly celebrating the remarkable achievement of Ashik Chowdhury, who set a world record for skydiving while holding the Bangladeshi national flag. As the sponsor of this daring attempt, UCB expressed their pride and gratification in supporting Ashik Chowdhury through a press meet event today at the bank's head office. During the event, UCB high officials including Managing Director Arif Quadri thoroughly appreciated Ashik's indomitable spirit and courage. The incredible feat, which took place on May 25, 2024, involved a HALO (High Altitude Low Opening) skydive from 41,795 feet. Ashik Chowdhury's historic jump was supervised by a judge from the FAI World Air Sports Federation, the leading authority in aeronautical records. The attempt featured the la...

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Policy support now needed to implement Smart Bangladesh

Breaking News, National

The business leaders of the national trade organizations related to information technology sector (ICT) sector expressed gratitude and thanks on behalf of the entrepreneurs of the entire ICT to the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for extending the tax exemption period of the ICT sector by three years in the budget of the FY 2024-25 announced by the government. Besides, they said policy support is needed now to achieve self-reliance in this sector. The Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS), Bangladesh Association of Contact Center & Outsourcing (BACCO), Internet Service Provider Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB) and E-Commerce Association of Bangladesh (E-CAB) have jointly organized the press conference at BASIS Auditorium in Dhaka. BASIS President Russe...

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Experience VR cricket to play with Taskin Ahmed

Breaking News, Business

Youth-empowering tech brand Infinix launched an innovative VR cricket campaign in celebration of the Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup. This ‘Charge UP Bangladesh’ campaign runs until June 29, offering fans the opportunity to engage in immersive VR cricket experiences. Participants of this charge up VR campaign can win the chance to meet and play with Bangladesh cricket star Taskin Ahmed at the grand finale. The VR cricket campaign, targeting the youth demographic, is taking place at major universities and popular shopping malls across Dhaka city. Attendees at the venues can compete in batting challenges, aiming to achieve the highest scores in the virtual cricket games. The top 10 scorers will earn the chance to participate in a super over with Taskin Ahmed during the grand finale. The...