Day: October 26, 2024

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Samsung Electronics recognized as one of top five global brands for fifth time

Samsung Electronics has recently been recognized as the Global Top 5 Brand for five consecutive years. The company received such prestigious recognition from Interbrand, a global brand consultancy. Samsung’s brand value has reached $100.8 billion and has grown by 10 percent year-on-year.Such a rise in the brand value of Samsung is primarily due to the growth of AI industry. The company’s vision – AI for ALL – fostered more expansion of its portfolio of products, which are incorporated with AI (Artificial Intelligence) technologies to elevate customer experiences. The brand has been leading the mobile AI by launching the Galaxy S24 series and Galaxy Foldables. These automation in the devices have already started transforming individuals’ lifestyles, especially with several key features...

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Hero motocorp bolsters product portfolio in Bangladesh

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Aligned with its strategy to provide world-class products to its customers around the world, Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has launched the sporty and dynamic Xtreme 125R in Bangladesh.The Xtreme 125R perfectly captures the aspirational mobility needs of the gen-next customers. With its motto to “Challenge the Extreme”, it is a leap ahead in terms of performance, styling, riding dynamics and safety.The motorcycle comes with a 124.7cc Fuel Injection (FI) Engine, first-in-class ABS braking system, comprehensive LED lighting, wider tyres and a ground clearance of 180mm, all contributing to enhanced stability, safety and control. Combined with robust 37mm Telescopic Hydraulic front suspension and 7 Step Adjustable Mono-Shock Rear suspensio...

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WaterAid-SNV consortium launches new project “WASH Systems for Health”

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WaterAid organised an inception workshop of “WASH Systems of Health” project at Pan Pacific Sonargaon on Saturday, 26 October 2024. The workshop was graced by Chief Engineer, Department of Public Health Engineering (DPHE), Engineer Tushar Mohon Shadhu Khan as the chief guest. Special guests included Dr Md Khairul Islam, Regional Director- South Asia, WaterAid, Ms Hasin Jahan, Country Director, WaterAid Bangladesh, Mr Rashid Zaman, Health Portfolio Lead, British High Commission (BHC) Dhaka, Mr Swe Min Zaw, Deputy Secretary, Policy Support Branch, Dr Mohammad Mahbubur Rahman, Director General (In-Charge), Bangladesh National Nutrition Council Office, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and Dr Md Zainal Abedin Tito, Line Director, Hospital Services Management, Directorate General of Healt...

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Fossil Fuel Use Must Be Reduced to Combat Climate Change: Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, stated that fossil fuel use is one of the main drivers of climate change. She emphasized the need to reduce its use, adapt development models, and work collectively to control pollution.She delivered these remarks in a video message on Saturday at the Press Institute of Bangladesh (PIB) seminar room during the mentoring program titled "Journalism in the Age of Energy Transition: COP29 Coverage Strategies and Mentoring." The program aimed to enhance the skills of journalists in print, electronic, and online media in preparation for coverage of the upcoming COP29.Rizwana Hasan further stated the importance of effectively covering climate conferences and using knowledge from training to support at...

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Demand to Strengthen Tobacco Control Law to Protect 48% of the Youth in Bangladesh

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Nearly 48% of Bangladesh’s total population consists of youth, a significant demographic that faces the lethal threat posed by tobacco. To safeguard this segment, young people have called for strengthening the tobacco control law and raising taxes and prices on tobacco products.This demand was raised during a discussion with youth held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Dhaka Ahsania Mission office in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The meeting was presided over by Iqbal Masud, Director of Health and WASH Sector of Dhaka Ahsania Mission, with Md. Akhteruzzaman, Director General (Joint Secretary) of the National Tobacco Control Cell (NTCC), as the guest speaker.Md. Akhtaruzzaman highlighted that the youth have a vital role to play in creating a tobacco-free Bangladesh. He urged them to activel...