Day: August 20, 2024

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ADB to assist Bangladesh in low-cost river cleaning projects and climate action plans- Environment Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor on Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, announced that the Asian Development Bank (ADB) will assist Bangladesh in implementing low-cost river cleaning projects for the important rivers namely Buriganga, Turag, and Balu rivers. The ADB's support will also extend to the execution of Bangladesh's action-oriented climate plans, including the National Adaptation Plan (NAP).During a meeting with Edimon Ginting, ADB's Country Director, held Tuesday at the Bangladesh Secretariat, Rizwana Hasan emphasized the importance of involving the private sector and youth in environmental protection efforts. She also highlighted the need for capacity building and requested ADB's assistance in establishing a training institute for Department of Environment (DoE) officials. ...

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Infinix HOT 30 vibes teen gamers with performance and versatility

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Today’s youth tends to be ahead of time in any case. Especially their smartphone, which is more than just a tool for them, must match their lifestyle. It’s their gateway to gaming, socializing, and managing daily tasks. For a phone to truly meet the demands of a teen’s busy life, it must excel in several key areas.Building on this understanding, a smartphone that appeals to today’s youth must deliver a seamless balance of power, versatility, and reliability. Performance is crucial—not just in terms of processing speed for gaming, but also in battery life that lasts through long school days, nights out with friends, and everything in between.In recent times, Infinix HOT 30 offered similar features that enticed the youth. The HOT 30 stands out by balancing powerful gaming performance...

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Saudi welcomes 8th site on UNESCO World Heritage List

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Saudi is a land with a long history and a crucial crossroad between west and east bustling with important trade routes. It is a land that has been inhabited for millennia, a land of living wonders, and where ancient civilizations many of which are lost today flourished. It is a land where the tales of the past still influence the present.Discover Saudi’s newest World Heritage Site: The Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area: Set in a strategic point of the ancient trade routes that used to crisscross the Heart of Arabia and abruptly abandoned around the 5th century CE, the site of Al-Faw – which includes the vestige of the city of Qaryat al-Faw – is full of mysteries waiting to be uncovered. This historic site offers a captivating glimpse into the rich heritage and culture o...

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Bangladesh and UK to strengthen collaboration on climate change and environmental conservation: Syeda Rizwana Hasan

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser on Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, announced that Bangladesh and the UK will deepen collaboration on climate change and environmental conservation. She emphasized the need for capacity building, rainwater harvesting, and desalination initiatives, ensuring that these benefits reach the people. Rizwana Hasan called for the doubling of the $100 billion in climate financing to address the growing needs, stressing the importance of securing a better world for future generations.On 19 August, British High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Sarah Cooke, met with Syeda Rizwana Hasan at the Bangladesh Secretariat to discuss these issues. Dr. Farhina Ahmed, Secretary of the Ministry also present in the occasion.Syeda Rizwana Hasan reiterated that climate change...

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National Bank MoU sign with York Hospital

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A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between National Bank Limited and York Hospital Limited. On August 19, 2024, the official handover of the contract took place at the Bank's Head Office. Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, Managing Director & CEO of the bank, was the chief guest at the event. Imran Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director, National Bank, Dr. Enamul Haque Tito, Chief Medical Officer at York Hospital and senior officials of both organizations were also present.Recently, Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director of National Bank Limited and Dr. S. M. Jaglul A. Mozumdar, Managing Director of York Hospital, signed the contract on behalf of both institutions. According to the agreement, National Bank employees, their family members, and all National Bank premium cardho...