Month: December 2024

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Agreement Signed Between Army IBA Sylhet and Daffodil Computers Limited

An agreement has been signed between Army IBA Sylhet (AIBA) and Daffodil Computers Limited to develop and implement a modern Integrated University Management System (IUMS) to transform Army IBA Sylhet into a smart campus by ensuring the application of modern technology in academic and administrative activities. The signing ceremony occurred on November 26, 2024, at the Army IBA Sylhet campus.On behalf of Army IBA Sylhet, the agreement was signed by its Director, Brigadier General KM Kaiser Hossain, and on behalf of Daffodil Computers Limited, Mr. Reaz Uddin Ahmed, AGM and Head of Marketing of Daffodil Software. Senior officials from both organizations were present at the event.Under the agreement, Daffodil Computers Limited will develop, implement, and provide services for software...

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Aminul Hakim Appointed as BIGF Chair

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A new committee has been formed for the 2024-2026 tenure at the Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF). Mohammed Aminul Hakim, CEO of Amber IT Limited has been elected as the Chairperson of this new executive committee.The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is a multi-stakeholder governance group for policy dialogue on issues of Internet governance. Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF) has been established to accelerate internet governance activities with the UN. It is a multi-stakeholder platform that governs various internet activities along with advisement to the government to develop internet use in Bangladesh.The new Chairperson of BIGF Mohammad Aminul Hakim said, Not only domestically, we must construct policies on the internet internationally too. Also to eliminate ...

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Sisimpur Tunes Up Learning: 40 Nursery Rhymes to Enchant Children’s Minds

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USAID’s Sisimpur project, the beloved local production of Sesame Street in Bangladesh, launched a revolutionary initiative to bring the joy of nursery rhymes to children. Sisimpur has produced 40 popular Bengali nursery rhymes, recited by the cherished characters Halum, Tuktuki, Ikri, and Shiku. This initiative will add a melodious twist to children’s learning experience. These new videos were produced with generous support from USAID/Bangladesh.Most of the selected rhymes are sourced from pre-primary to second-grade textbooks to help encourage children to learn their educational rhymes with increased interest and joy. Additionally, the collection includes fun and popular rhymes beyond the textbooks, designed to foster creativity and imaginative thinking among children. Among these 40 ...

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BRAC Bank to provide advanced cash management and supply chain financingsolutionsto PRAN-RFL

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BRAC Bank has partnered with PRAN-RFL Group, a leading conglomerate in Bangladesh, to offer advanced cash management solutions and supply chain financing to optimise their working capital and financial operation. As part of this collaboration, BRAC Bank will deliver a customised payment facility that allows PRAN’s ERP system to initiate transactions directly through API integration. This eliminates the need for manual processes like the Corpnet Maker module, reducing human error and ensuring secure, real-time data sharing. PRAN-RFL will also benefit from real-time account statements integrated with their ERP system, which will enable faster decision-making, automatic reconciliation, and improved efficiency in order processing and time to market. Additionally, BRAC Bank will facilitate d...

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Southeast University Trust Holds 134th Board Meeting

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The 134th meeting of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of Southeast University Trust was held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 in the BoT Conference Room at the university's campus in Tejgaon. Mr. Rezaul Karim, Hon'ble Chairman of SEU Trust presided over the meeting. The Board members discussed various academic and administrative issues and took important decisions. They provided valuable guidelines to the university's management, reviewed the progress of various activities, and focused on the university's future plans.

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UCB offers skill development training to 150 agri-entrepreneurs in 6 upazilas in Munshiganj

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United Commercial Bank PLC's (UCB) agricultural support scheme 'Bhoroshar Notun Janala' has conducted its 57th skill-development training session in Munshiganj. A total of 150 agricultural entrepreneurs from 6 upazilas participated in the session, which took place at the Zara Convention Center, Maya Market Raytola, Mirkadim, Munshiganj. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, UCB has been conducting such training across various districts nationwide per the directives of the Bangladesh Bank. The training is being held to empower promising agricultural entrepreneurs by providing them with essential skills and knowledge. The 57th skill development occurred across 6 upazilas of Munshiganj: Munshiganj Sadar, Louhajong, Gazaria, Srinagar, Sirajdikhan, and Tongibari. T...

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Arpona Rani Rajbongshi playwright the special drama “Piriter Professor”

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Naznin Hasan Khan directed the special drama “Piriter Professor” (Professor of Love), which was written by Arpona Rani Rajbongshi. The drama, a satirical comedy, features the well-known actor A.K.M. Hasan in the role of the professor. The character of the professor's devoted student is played by Punam Hasan Jui, with other cast members including Tariq Swapan, Sahela Akter, Fahmida Rahman Trisha, Farid Hossain, Imran Ahmed, and others. The story revolves around Ashik, a village boy who has secretly loved Ishita since childhood but is too shy to confess his feelings. Unable to express himself, he starts positioning himself as a "Professor of Love" in the village, offering romantic advice, and eventually becomes famous as a love expert. People from the village—both young and old—seek his cou...

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Suzuki Bangladesh Unveils Motogp-Inspired Fastest 250cc Bikes: The Suzuki Gixxer 250 And Gixxer Sf 250

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Suzuki Bangladesh has officially launched the highly anticipated Suzuki Gixxer 250 Series, a benchmark in performance and design inspired by MotoGP technology. The grand unveiling event took place on December 1st, 2024, at Aloki, Tejgaon, Dhaka, attended by Suzuki brand ambassador and renowned actor Siam Ahmed, along with higher authorities from Suzuki Bangladesh, including Romo Rouf Chowdhury, GMD of RANCON, Farhana Karim, MD of RANCON Holdings Limited. The event also featured Shoeb Ahmed, Divisional Director; AKM Tauhidur Rahman, Chief Operating Officer; Ameen Mahmood, Head of Marketing. The Suzuki Gixxer 250 and Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 bring cutting-edge performance and technology to the Bangladeshi motorbike market. Equipped with a 250cc single-cylinder engine featuring advanced Fuel Inj...

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Southeast University Hosts 3rd IEEE BECITHCON 2024

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Southeast University (SEU) successfully hosted the 3rd IEEE Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Computer and Information Technology for Health 2024 (BECITHCON 2024) at the Multipurpose of SEU on 28-29 November 2024. This prestigious event was jointly organized by the IEEE Bangladesh Section (IEEE BDS) and the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS), Bangladesh Chapter. The event was graced by Prof. Dr. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University, as the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. Celia Shahnaz (BUET) and Prof. Dr. M. Mofazzal Hossain, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU, served as General Chairs. Prof. Dr. Sheikh A. Fattah (BUET) led as Technical Program Chair, and Prof. Dr. Mohammad Moshiul Hoque (CUET) as Organizing Chair, ensuring the event's success. The confer...

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Xiaomi Note Series Sees Price Drops Up to Tk 3,000

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Xiaomi, the global technology giant, is ushering in the upcoming winter with an electrifying price drop down offer for its Bangladeshi Xiaomi fans. As part of the Winter Super Mi campaign, two of Xiaomi’s bestselling smartphones, the Xiaomi Redmi 13 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 13, are now available at significantly reduced prices. Designed to cater to photography enthusiasts, entertainment lovers, and multitaskers, these premium devices are now available at more affordable prices, offering cutting-edge technology to elevate the smartphone experience.The Xiaomi Redmi 13, previously priced at Tk 17,999 for the 6GB+128GB variant and Tk 19,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, is now available at Tk 16,999 for the 6GB variant and Tk 18,999 for the 8GB variant. Both variants of the Xiaomi Redmi 13 have ...