Month: December 2024

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Road crushes are the leading cause of death for children to young people

According to the World Health Organization, road crushes are the leading cause of death among individuals aged 5-29 years. Speakers made this statement during a workshop aimed at increasing young people's knowledge of the Global Safe System Approach and encouraging their active participation in road safety initiatives.A youth orientation on the Global Safe System Approach was organized by the Health Sector of Dhaka Ahsania Mission on Sunday (December 8) at 10:00 AM in the organization's conference room in Shyamoli, Dhaka.The workshop, was moderated by Road Safety Project Coordinator Sharmeen Rahman and session led by Dr. Shariful Alam, Country Coordinator of the Global Health Advocacy Incubator, who featured the discussions on the Safe System Approach and the gaps of existing Road ...

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Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) has appointed Saimon Air Travels Ltd as its GSA in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Travel

Saimon Air Travels will be providing wide-ranging sales and marketing services for Royal Jordanian as well as full customer and agent support. It will start offline sale from December 8. Now, Royal Jordanian stands as one of the leading airlines in the Levant and Middle East region, continuously advancing to fulfill its vision of being the Airlines of Choice and Hub of the Middle East, connecting Jordan, the Levant, and beyond to the world with a modern fleet and a commitment to exceptional service. It offers direct flight to over 45 destinations and more than50 seamless connecting points beyond Amman.As the Airline of Choice for convenient and affordable travel across continents, Royal Jordanian connects Bangladesh to the entire Middle East, offering travelers attractive fares, conven...

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BRAC Bank named Best Banking Partner by ZTE Bangladesh

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BRAC Bank has been honoured as the ‘Best Banking Partner of the Year 2023’ by ZTE Corporation Bangladesh Ltd. for its excellence in corporate banking.This recognition by ZTE Bangladesh, a leading multinational telecommunications company, reaffirms BRAC Bank’s unparalleled commitment to delivering innovative and customised banking solutions that facilitate seamless financial operations for corporate and institutional clients.Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Corporate & Institutional Banking at BRAC Bank, formally received the accolade from Mao Junyong, Managing Director & CEO of ZTE Corporation Bangladesh Ltd., on November 24, 2024, at a ceremony held in Dhaka.BRAC Bank has been a trusted financial partner to ZTE Corporation Bangladesh Ltd., p...

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Dr. Muhammad Mehedi Hasan Joins BASIS as Administrator

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Dr. Muhammed Mehedi Hassan, Additional Secretary of the ICT Division, officially assumed his role as the Administrator of the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS).The newly appointed Administrator began his duties with a formal joining ceremony at the Ministry of Commerce in the morning. Later, he took charge during an event held at the BASIS office. Several BASIS members and Secretariat officials were present at the occasion.Dr. Mehedi participated in a brief discussion session in the BASIS boardroom, where he sought the cooperation of all members in fulfilling his responsibilities. He stated, "BASIS has been working tirelessly to advance the country's software and IT sector. I will do my utmost to take this sector further on the international stage....

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Take Trip celebrated 1st anniversary

Breaking News, Travel

Take Trip Limited, a concern of US Bangla Group, celebrates its first anniversary yesterday 05 December 2024.Serving its over 4500+ B2B clients, Take Trip Limited, in its short journey has become a major OTA (Online travel agent) in the Bangladesh travel market. It is committed to providing its clients with the best service along with providing access to industry leading technology, which includes NDC and direct API of airlines such as Emirates, Turkish Airline, Qatar Airways, US Bangla, Air Astra, Air Arabia, Fly Dubai, Salam Air and many more.The Take Trip team celebrated the event yesterday with its airline partners and esteemed guests.

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Bio-Xin Cosmeceuticals launched Year End Sale on skin care products

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Bio-Xin Cosmeceuticals, a leading skincare company in Bangladesh has launched its highly anticipated ‘Year-End Sale’ for December 2024. The company is offering discounts of up to 80% on skincare products and 50% off on all treatments and skin tests, including EPN Treatment and Slimming Solutions.Additionally, customers can avail free doctor consultations and nutritionists counseling to better understand their skin & health concerns.The 80% off on skincare included authentic Dermo Cosmetics and world-class skincare treatments. Bio Hydra Facial which is an effective solution for addressing issues like blackheads, whiteheads, enlarged pores, now available at BDT 999/-. For unwanted body hair removal, they have Bio Laser Treatment, which is also available just at BDT 999/-.For ...

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Bangladesh Seeks Global Support to Restore Dhaka’s Water Bodies at UNCCD CoP16

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Dr. Farhina Ahmed, Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has called for financial and technical assistance from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to establish a Blue Network in Dhaka city. This initiative aims to restore the city's rivers, canals, and water bodies, addressing pressing challenges like pollution and encroachment. She also stressed the need for a Comprehensive River Health Assessment System to monitor and enhance the ecological condition of rivers across Bangladesh.Environment Secretary Dr. Farhina Ahmed made these remarks during a bilateral meeting held on 5 December, with Dr. James Dalton, Director of IUCN’s Global Water Programme, on the sidelines of the UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaDr. Farhina Ahmed stated, Dh...

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BRAC Bank makes SME financing more accessible to Agar-Attar entrepreneurs

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BRAC Bank, under the guidance of Bangladesh Bank, organised a workshop for entrepreneurs in the Agar-Attar sector in Moulvibazar.The workshop focused on empowering entrepreneurs, raising awareness, and promoting product diversification among perfume manufacturers through collateral-free financing and customer engagement.The bank initiated this awareness session as part of Bangladesh Bank’s CMSME cluster financing initiative.As an SME-focused bank, BRAC Bank provides unsecured loans to SME entrepreneurs in the Agar-Attar cluster in Moulvibazar at single-digit interest rates.BRAC Bank hosted the event on November 17, 2024, at a hotel in Borolekha, Moulvibazar, in accordance with Bangladesh Bank's directives.Nawshad Mustafa, Director of the SME and Special Programmes Depar...

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vivo Marks Seven Years in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology

In a bid to celebrate seven successful years in Bangladesh, global smartphone brand vivo has announced an exciting anniversary campaign.Starting 5 December, the company will offer exclusive gifts, extended warranties, and significant discounts on its popular smartphone models.Since launching operations in Bangladesh on 6 December 2017, vivo has prioritized local consumer needs, along with cutting-edge technology.The seventh-anniversary campaign reflects this ethos, rewarding customers with special offers, including a complimentary RIRO W1 smartwatch worth Tk. 4,399 for buyers of the vivo V40 5G.Purchasers of the V40 Lite will receive RIRO L15 earbuds valued at Tk. 1,999, while Y28 buyers will get a RIRO B10 neckband, subject to the company's terms and conditions.The cam...

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Government works to formulate volunteers’ policy lifting age limit: Kamrul Hasan

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The government is working to formulate a policy giving importance to volunteers irrespective of age so that anyone can work as a volunteer from the country and abroad if they want.Kamrul Hasan, Secretary Ministry of Relief and Disaster Management said this while speaking as the chief guest on a program to mark World Volunteer Day. The volunteer organization Voluntary Service Overseas, Bangladesh (VSO) held at the Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Building of Dhaka University on Thursday to mark World Volunteer Day. The theme of World Volunteer Day this year is “Everything for Everyone”.He said, “Different types of disasters occur at different times. Our volunteers are standing by the people in all disasters. If the volunteers did not work with their hearts, we would not have been successf...