November 6, 2024 - TheStatement24

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imo takes serious measures against 179,000 hacker devices

Instant messaging platform, imo takes a giant leap in combating cyber security threats. In Banaladesh, throughout the months of January to September, the company detected and banned 179,000 devices involved in hacking, harassment, and fraudulence and further protected another batch over 435,000 accounts from hacking risks using advanced auto technology detection and enforcement. Moreover, imo helped recover 9,600 accounts of Bangladeshi users in this security regard.In the first three quarters of 2024, imo also promptly restricted 1,800 accounts for fraud and 667,000 accounts for harassment. The burning issue of cybersecurity poses a major hindrance on the way to digital empowerment.All internet users, regardless of gender and age, are subject to many kinds of cyber threats, and so...

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Discussion Meeting on Palliative Care Held in Narayanganj to Raise Public Awareness and Support

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In observance of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2024, a discussion meeting was held in Narayanganj to raise public awareness and support for palliative care. The theme of this year’s observance is “Ten Years Since the Resolution: How are we doing?” The meeting was jointly organized by Narayanganj City Corporation and AYAT Education under the "Compassionate Narayanganj" project. It took place on Wednesday, November 6, at 12:00 PM, at the Narayanganj City Corporation's conference room. A.H.M. Kamruzzaman, the Administrator of Narayanganj City Corporation, attended as the Chief Guest.The session was presided over by Laila Karim, Project Director of AYAT Education, with Project Coordinator Sumit Banik acting as the moderator. Special guests included Mohammad Zakir Hussain, Chief Exe...

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The British Council launches its 3rd ‘Next Generation Bangladesh’ research series

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Bangladeshi youths dream of a participatory political environment and stake in decision-making processes [Dhaka, 06 November 2024] The British Council launched its third 'Next Generation Bangladesh 2024' research series on Wednesday, 06 November 2024 at the British Council's Fuller Road auditorium. This is the third iteration of the Next Generation research series, where the first two reports were launched in 2010 and 2015 respectively. Around 120 distinguished professionals from government, private sector, INGO and NGOs, media and young people attended the high-profile event.The 'Next Generation Bangladesh 2024' report, an insightful research initiative by the British Council, explores the aspirations, challenges, and perspectives of young Bangladeshis. The findings aim to provide an...

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Social Forestry Should Not Be Implemented in Natural Forests: Syeda Rizwana Hasan

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and the Ministry of Water Resources, emphasized that social forestry initiatives should not be introduced in natural forests. She noted that trees planted in social forestry are later harvested, and profits are distributed among beneficiaries. However, she reminded that the primary duty of the Forest Department is to protect natural forests, not to distribute funds.The Advisor further stressed the importance of planting indigenous tree species rather than eucalyptus and acacia in forestation projects. She also highlighted the need to secure farmers’ rights within forestry initiatives, urging that conflicts between the Forest Department and farmers be resolved. A harmonious coexistence between forest...

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Australian High Commissioner made a courtesy call with CHT affairs Adviser Supradip Chakma

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Australian High Commissioner (Acting) H.E. Ms. Nardia Simpson with two accompanied delegations made a courtesy call on the CHT affairs Adviser (Ambassador rtd.) Mr. Supradip Chakma in his office today.In their discussion, they highlighted on the existing relations between Bangladesh and Australian High Commission and highlighted their further cooperation in the CHT in environment, livelihood development and primary education.While welcoming to Australian High Commission team the Adviser highlighted on Interim Govt. objectives and it’s reform policy to eliminate all form of discrimination and uplift human rights on for all which will be based on equality and justice. H.E. Australian Acting High Commissioner reaffirmed the Australia’s strong support for the interim government’s refor...