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To save the paddy of Haor, everyone needs a collective initiative

To save the paddy of Haor, everyone needs a collective initiative

Breaking News, NGO News
`Farmers are the key actor of Bangladesh. Along with the government, farmers, teachers, researchers, journalists and non-governmental development organizations should work together on the agricultural system and Haor rice. No one can do anything alone.’ Mohammad Abdur Rouf, Managing Director of Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (Metrorail) said these as the chief guest at a meeting organized at the regional office of Bangladesh Rice Research Institute in Habiganj recently. A mid-term progress sharing meeting was held for Practice and Dissemination of Disaster Resistant Climate Change Adaptable Crop Cultivation Expansion Project in the Haor area implemented by ASED Habiganj and Share the Planet Association Japan. This project is funded by JICA amd technical support by Bangladesh Rice Resea...
BRAC Bank TARA promotes women’s talent through dance in ‘Sakhi’

BRAC Bank TARA promotes women’s talent through dance in ‘Sakhi’

Breaking News, Business
BRAC Bank’s women banking segment, TARA, promoted ‘Sakhi,’ a unique dance recital featuring 90 talented women from diverse professions.Held on December 6, 2024, at Chhayanaut Auditorium, the evening featured a rich tapestry of performances by women from various professions, each showcasing strength, creativity, and the resolve to chase their dreams.Arthy Ahmed directed the event, Nirjher Chowdhury directed the music, and BRAC Bank TARA patronised it.The recital drew an enthusiastic response, with two back-to-back shows attended by over 500 guests, including 200 TARA customers and their spouses.Syed Abdul Momen, Deputy Managing Director and Head of SME Banking of BRAC Bank, emphasised the bank's commitment to empowering women from all walks of life. “At BRAC Bank, our vision...
UCB Investment Limited got Six Prestigious Awards

UCB Investment Limited got Six Prestigious Awards

Breaking News, Business
UCB Investment Limited (UCBIL), a wholly owned subsidiary of United Commercial Bank PLC, has achieved a ground breaking milestone by securing six prestigious awards at the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024. This includes two Best House Awards in the Asia Pacific region, encompassing globally significant markets such as Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, India, and more, as well as four Best Deal Awards in South Asia, covering key financial hubs like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. This historic achievement underscores UCBIL's consistent performance in its journey towards becoming a global investment bank. UCB Investment won the two "House" Awards: Best Islamic Finance House (Winner) and Best Project Finance House (Winner). UCB Investment won the three "Best Deal" Awards, among all ...
 ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest 2024

 ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest 2024

Breaking News, Education
On 7 December, the prestigious ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest 2024 concluded with an extraordinary display of programming excellence hosted by Daffodil International University at Daffodil Smart City, Savar. The brightest minds from across the region came together for this grand event, showcasing their talent, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.Mr. Shish Haider Chowdhury, Secretary ICT Division of Ministry of Posts Telecommunication and Information Technology was present as the chief guest at the Closing and Award Giving Ceremony and distributed prizes among the winners. Mr. Abul Kashem Md. Shirin, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Dutch Bangla Bank Ltd. and Dr. Muhammad Mehedi Hassan, Executive Director (Additional Charge) Bangladesh Computer Council were present as...
Letter to Chief Adviser to Strengthen Tobacco Control Law

Letter to Chief Adviser to Strengthen Tobacco Control Law

Breaking News, NGO News
Bangladesh Grocery Business Association (BGBA) has sent a letter to the Chief Adviser, demanding the swift passage of the proposed amendments to the Tobacco Control Act to strengthen it further and prevent premature deaths caused of tobacco. The letter, signed by the General Secretary of the association, Alamgir Hossain Khan, was sent this morning to the Chief Adviser’s office. The letter highlights the proposed amendments to the Tobacco Control Law. These proposals were drafted by the Ministry of Health to align the existing tobacco control law with the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). Notable proposed changes include: Eliminating designated smoking areas, Prohibiting the display of tobacco products at sales points, Banning the sale of single sticks of bidi and cigare...
11th BELTA International Conference

11th BELTA International Conference

Breaking News, Education
The British Council, in collaboration with the Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association (BELTA), the Department of English and Modern Languages (DEML), the U.S. Embassy, and North South University (NSU), hosted the BELTA-NSU International Conference 2024 and the 11th BELTA International Conference on December 6 and 7, 2024, at the NSU campus, Dhaka.The conference titled “Re/Envisioning Paradigms in English Language Education” was organised to provide a platform to explore the profound shifts in English language education due to the rapid changes in our global landscape and equip stakeholders with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the evolving terrain of language education. Prof. Ahmed Bashir, President of BELTA and Professor in the Department of English at the Univ...
FICCI Partners with Government to Attract Global Investors and Expand Business Opportunities in Bangladesh

FICCI Partners with Government to Attract Global Investors and Expand Business Opportunities in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business
The Foreign Investors' Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) will collaborate with the government to attract international investors and expand business opportunities in the country. FICCI President Zaved Akhtar stated this in the 61st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the chamber, took place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Le Méridien Dhaka.In his opening remarks, FICCI President highlighted FICCI's achievements over the past year, underscoring the Chamber's dedication to creating a favorable investment climate in Bangladesh. He acknowledged the significant contributions of member companies and stressed the importance of joint efforts in driving economic growth and sustainable development.“I am honored and delighted to presided over the 61st AGM of the chamber. As we embark o...
Bdcalling IT Limited onboards Blackboard Strategies as its communication partner

Bdcalling IT Limited onboards Blackboard Strategies as its communication partner

Breaking News, Technology
 Bdcalling IT Limited, the country's leading international provider of IT services, has recently onboarded Blackboard Strategies, a concern of Asiatic 3Sixty, as its strategic communication partner. To this end, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the two concerns at Bdcalling IT Limited's corporate office in Banasree, Dhaka on December 9, 2024. The MoU signing ceremony was graced by members from Bdcalling IT Limited, including, Sabina Akter, Chairman; Muhammad Monir Hossain, Founder, CEO; Capt. Md. Nahid Hassan (Retd.), Head of HR and Admin; Sharif Ahmed, PR and Marketing Manager; and Nusrat Islam, Senior Executive, HR and Admin. Officials from Blackboard Strategies were also present, including Ishtiaque Hossain, Executive Director and other officials. As part of the ...
NBL holds Regional Business Conference

NBL holds Regional Business Conference

Breaking News, Business
National Bank hosted its Regional Business Conference for Mymensingh on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Surjodip Convention Center in Mymensingh. The event was graced by Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, Chairman of National Bank, as the Chief Guest. The conference was attended by Mr. Moazzam Hossain, Vice Chairman & Sponsor Director; Mr. Muklesur Rahman, Independent Director & Chairman of the Executive Committee; and Mr. Md. Abdus Satter Sarkar, Independent Director & Chairman of the Audit Committee. Also present were Mr. Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, Managing Director & CEO; Mr. Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director; and Mr. Ashish Kumar Laskar, Regional Manager of Dhaka North Region & EVP, along with Branch Managers, Operations Managers, and Sub-branch Managers from ...
Moynul Islam new acting president of BCMEA

Moynul Islam new acting president of BCMEA

Breaking News, Business
The vice chairman of Monno Ceramic Ind Ltd Moynul Islam has been selected as the President (acting) of Bangladesh Ceramic Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BCMEA) in absence of Md Shirajul Islam Mollah.Moynul was selected in the 51th board meeting held on Saturday at a hotel in the capital. Earlier, he was serving the association as Senior Vice President for 2023-24 period.Director of FARR Ceramics Ltd Irfan Uddin has been serving as General Secretary of the association while Mamunur Rashid as Senior Vice President. And other vice presidents are Engr. Ruslan Nasir, Abdul Hakim (Sumon), Tanvir Ahmed, and Sifat E Arman.Besides, directors of the board are Md. Shirajul Islam Mollah, S.M. Faruqi Hasan, Md. Shamsul Huda, Fariyan Yusuf, Ayesha Sanaa Asif Tabani, and Rasheed Mym...