Day: October 30, 2024

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E-cigarettes: The Name of a Terrible Death Trap

Md. Tasnim Hasan AbirE-cigarettes are no less dangerous for health as compared to conventional cigarettes. These harmful commodities intelligently are being marketed to the youth through attractive campaigning by the tobacco companies, which is affecting the future of the nation. According to the World Health Organization, all emerging tobacco products including the e-cigarettes result in health hazards. To save the young generation from addiction towards e-cigarettes, their importation, sale, use, and promotion should be completely banned. It has to be kept in mind that tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, are big stumbling blocks on the way to a healthier society.48 percent of the population in Bangladesh comprises young people. The prevalence of tobacco use among Bangladesh...

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Infinix HOT 50 launched as an affordable gaming phone

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Infinix, the youth-driven tech brand, has officially just expanded its lineup with the new Infinix Hot 50. A feature-packed HOT 50 series smartphone designed to offer balanced performance without breaking the bank.The Hot 50 combines a stunning 6.78-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels. It delivers vibrant visuals and clarity that make it ideal for gaming, everyday use, and media consumption.The Infinix Hot 50 is powered by the MediaTekHelio G100 chipset built on a 6nm process, enhancing efficiency and performance. The chip’s architecture, with 2x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores, ensures a smooth experience, whether users are browsing, streaming, or gaming.Graphics are handled by the Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, which, pa...

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Nahian Rahman Rochi Appointed Head of Business Development at BIDA

Breaking News, Business

Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), the country’s leading investment promotion agency, has appointed Nahian Rahman Rochi as its new Head of Business Development. This key role, announced in an official notification from BIDA, aims to support the agency’s mission to foster economic growth and enhance Bangladesh’s appeal as an investment destination.In this position, Mr. Rochi will join BIDA’s senior leadership team, which includes high-ranking officials from the public administration. Reporting directly to the Executive Chairman, he will focus on advancing investment opportunities and improving Bangladesh’s business environment, aiming to create a more attractive landscape for investors."I am happy to join BIDA and excited with the opportunity to contribute to Bangla...

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UCB’s net profit saw 32% increase as third quarter ends, stands at BDT 262 Crore

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United Commercial Bank PLC Limited (UCB), held its 501st Board meeting on recently at its corporate head office. The meeting was presided by the distinguished businessperson and Chairman of UCB Sharif Zahir. Md Shazzad Hossoin, vice-chairman of UCB; Md Yusuf Ali, chairman of the risk management committee; Obaidur Rahman, chairman of the audit committee; and Mohammad Mamdudur Rashid, managing director and CEO of UCB were all present in the meeting along with others from the senior management. In this meeting, the Board approved the financial statements of Q3'24. The statements have reported a significant 32% increase in net profit for the first nine months of 2024. The bank's net profit after tax reached BDT 262 crore, up from BDT 199 crore in the same period last year, driven by higher i...

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Samsung’s new Fan Edition: AI to seal the deal!

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Samsung's Fan Edition (FE) series is back in the spotlight, and guess what? All signs point to something epic coming our way – possibly the unveiling of Galaxy S24 FE, awaiting a countdown in Bangladesh! If you're also already buzzing with excitement, hold tight. We're breaking down what makes the FE series so special, who it is made for, and why it is among the most talked-about phones of the season. What's FE, anyway? The FE series, short for Fan Edition, is basically Samsung's way of saying – "Why make you choose between luxury and practicality?" Think of it as the best of both worlds – flagship-level features without draining your wallet. Originally launched to give fans (hence the name!) an affordable version of their premium Galaxy models, the FE lineup offers a smart optimization...