Day: October 22, 2024

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Dutch Ambassador Meets with Environment Advisor to discuss Environmental and Water Management Cooperation.

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and Water Resources said the government is determined to lead by example in controlling air, noise, plastic, and river pollution. Our efforts are focused on ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment for the people of Bangladesh, she stated. The advisor also mentioned the government's ongoing enforcement of the polythene shopping bag ban, adding that management plans may be updated as needed to adapt to emerging challenges.Environment Advisor said this while Irma van Dueren, the Ambassador of the Netherlands to Bangladesh, paid a courtesy visit to her, at the Bangladesh Secretariat on Tuesday, 22 October 2024.The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between Bangladesh and the Netherl...

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Enjoy exciting cashback on Samsung’s premium D-Series 4K AI TVs

Breaking News, Feature

Making the most premium TV experience more affordable for the entertainment buffs, Samsung Consumer Electronics is here with special cashback offers on their fan-favorite D Series Televisions. Running through October 17 to 31, 2024, this limited-time offer comes as the perfect opportunity to transform your home entertainment system like never before!The promotion features three standout models from Samsung’s AI TV lineup, each designed to deliver outstanding picture, smart features, and an immersive viewing and gaming experience. The 65-inch Crystal 4K UHD TV (65DU8000), originally priced at BDT 159,900, is now available for BDT 141,900, thanks to an impressive cashback of BDT 18,000. This model offers exceptional 4K clarity, vivid colors and a seamless smart TV experience, making it p...

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Backpage PR Appointed by Daraz Bangladesh for Strategic Communications Partnership

Breaking News, Business

The largest online marketplace in Bangladesh, Daraz, has appointed Backpage PR, a Starcom Bangladesh company to manage PR duties for three months. This collaboration aims to strengthen Daraz's communication strategies and boost positive brand visibility among the local communities. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony was held earlier to kickstart the collaboration with representatives from both organizations.Founded in 2015, Daraz is South Asia's leading e-commerce platform, operating in five countries and serving 500 million people. It integrates e-commerce, logistics, and financial services to offer a personalized shopping experience and empower communities through the power of commerce.

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Anti-hypertensive medicine must be ensured at grassroots level- Speakers at journalists’ workshop

Breaking News, Health

The number of people suffering from hypertension in Bangladesh is increasing rapidly. The latest Bangladesh NCD STEPS Survey 2022 shows that one in every four adults suffers from hypertension at present, an upward trend from the previous prevalence of one in five. To combat the current prevalence of hypertension, it is essential to ensure the availability of anti-hypertensive drugs in all healthcare facilities at the grassroots level. At the same time, sustainable funding is required for an uninterrupted supply of the medicine. Such recommendations were highlighted at a workshop for journalists titled "Hypertension Control in Bangladesh: Progress and Way Forward" held at the capital's BMA Bhaban on Tuesday, October 22. The workshop was organized by research and advocacy organization PROGG...