October 2024 - Page 3 of 13

Oct272024 by TS ReportNo Comments

‘UTSHO Sandhya 2024’ brought melody and hope to support marginalized children

The musical event, titled 'UTSHO Sandhya 2024,' organized last Friday, October 25, 2024, at Krishibid Institution Bangladesh Complex (KIBC) auditorium witnessed a mesmerizing musical performance from the renowned singers Rituraj Baidya, Sanzida Mahmood Nandita and Masha Islam and the audiences were transported into a world of melody, warmth and purpose. The event was organized by UTSHO Bangladesh, a grassroots-level community-based organization, to create a magical experience for music lovers, aiming at uplifting the lives of Bangladesh's marginalized children, successfully concluded on a harmonious note and generous spirit. This charitable musical program was part of UTSHO Bangladesh's continuous effort to raise both funds and awareness for the organization's vital work with orphaned a...

Oct272024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Strict Monitoring and enforcement on polythene Shopping Bags Begins November 1

Breaking News, National

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has announced that strict monitoring to end the use of polythene shopping bags will commence from November 1. Additionally, actions will be taken against polythene shopping bag manufacturers. She clarified that only plastic shopping bags are being targeted, and legal actions will be enforced against any supermarket providing them. The announcement came during a special meeting held at the Ministry of Textiles and Jute in Bangladesh Secretariat, where the advisor was the chief guest. The meeting discussed the implementation of the 2010 Mandatory Jute Packaging Act and encouraged the public to use jute bags as an alternative to plastic. Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan emphasized that if people stop usin...

Oct272024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Playwright Faridul Islam Rubel receives Sher-e-Bangla Golden Award

Breaking News, Feature

Playwright Faridul Islam Rubel has been awarded the Sher-e-Bangla AK Fazlul Haque Golden Award-2023. The award was presented at a grand ceremony at a hotel in the capital on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the initiative of the Sher-e-Bangla Cultural Alliance. He was awarded as the best playwright there. This reception was organized on the occasion of the 151st birth anniversary of Sher-e-Bangla AK Fazlul Haque. At that time, the award was presented to Faridul Islam Rubel by Sher-e-Bangla's grandson, former information secretary and chief advisor of the organization, Syed Margub Morshed, and Honorable Justice Mir Hasmat Ali, a freedom fighter. Regarding the award, Faridul Islam Rubel said, "It is definitely nice to be awarded in recognition of a work. It increases the responsibility t...

Oct262024 by TS ReportNo Comments

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

Breaking News, Technology

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...

Oct262024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Hero motocorp bolsters product portfolio in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Feature

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...

Oct262024 by TS ReportNo Comments

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

Breaking News, National

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...

Oct262024 by TS ReportNo Comments

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

Breaking News, National

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...

Oct262024 by TS ReportNo Comments

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

Breaking News, National

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...

Oct252024 by TS ReportNo Comments

MR D.I.Y. opens third store in Mirpur, offering convenience of ‘Always Low Prices’

Breaking News, Feature

The leading household retail brand in Southeast Asia, MR D.I.Y., launched its third store at Mirpur Zoo Road in the capital today in a grand opening ceremony. The newly launched store spans over a massive 6,644 sq ft and aims to offer Mirpur residents greater convenience for their home improvement needs. The new store features a wide variety of products across ten categories, including hardware, household, electrical, furnishing, car accessories, stationery, toys, and more —all at ‘Always Low Prices.’ Speaking at the launch, MR D.I.Y. Bangladesh’s Head of Operations, Syed Noor Anwar, said, “We are thrilled to open our third store in Mirpur. We are inspired by the positive feedback from our customers for our first two stores that opened earlier this year. This new store represents a s...

Oct242024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Southeast University Launches New Website

Breaking News, Education

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, Southeast University (SEU) celebrated the launch of its newly designed website, marking a major step forward in the university's digital transformation. The website was officially inaugurated by Mr. Rezaul Karim, Chairman of SEU's Board of Trustees (BoT), in a ceremony attended by prominent members of the SEU community. Among the attendees were Mr. Enayetur Rahman, Vice Chairman of the BoT, Advocate Niaz Ahmed, BoT Member, SEU Vice Chancellor Prof. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam, Pro Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. M. Mofazzal Hossain, as well as the Registrar, Deans, heads of academic and administrative departments, and key IT personnel. Prof. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam opened the event by welcoming the distinguished guests, while Prof. Dr. M. Mofazzal Hossain gave an in-depth pr...