January 2025 - Page 3 of 9

Jan242025 by TS ReportNo Comments

ISD’s students make it to Top 20 in 7th ANU Business Case Study Competition 2024

Students from International School Dhaka (ISD) earned a place among the Top 20 World Schools in the 7th ANU Business Case Study Competition 2024. ISD was the first school in Bangladesh to attend the event. Two teams, The Money Analysis Nerds and R.A.A.M, have participated in the competition; The Money Analysis Nerds reached the final round. The competition was recently held virtually. A total of 217 students participated in the 7th ANU Business Case Study Competition 2024, representing 60 teams from 40 schools across 8 different nations. ANU (Australian National University) College of Business and Economics (CBE) hosted the 7th annual ANU Business Case Study Competition 2024. It's a virtual competition that brings together students from Years 11 and 12 to showcase their problem-solvi...

Jan242025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank enhances banking experience for Bastob employees

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BRAC Bank has partnered with Bastob, a non-profit, voluntary development organisation, to provide exclusive Employee Banking (EB) services. Bastob officials will enjoy a convenient and delightful banking experience, including salary accounts, multi-currency debit cards, credit cards, loan facilities, Deposit Pension Schemes (DPS), Fixed Deposits (FD), and an array of benefits under BRAC Bank’s EB proposition. Mahiul Islam, DMD and Head of Retail Banking, BRAC Bank, and Ruhi Das, Executive Director of Bastob, signed the agreement at BRAC Bank’s Head Office. Bastob, an initiative for people’s self-development, works with more than 100,000 disadvantaged families in 10 Districts of Bangladesh. Md. Jamal Hossain, Deputy Executive Director; Hari Narayan Das, Deputy Director (Admin) f...

Jan232025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Orangebd participates Digital Summit in Philippines

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Bangladesh's leading IT firm, Orange Business Development Limited (Orangebd), actively contributes to various Philippine government e-governance projects. As part of these efforts, the company participated in the Digital Bangsamoro Summit held on Tuesday at the Shariff Kabunsuan Cultural Complex in the Bangsamoro region of the Philippines. The summit was inaugurated by the Minister of Local Government of the Philippines, the Chief Minister of the Bangsamoro region, and the Philippines head of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Representatives from various international organisations and institutions were also in attendance. Bangladesh was represented at the summit by a delegation from Orangebd, led by the company's Director and Chief Information Officer, Md. Shamim Hossain. ...

Jan232025 by TS ReportNo Comments

‘Kon Latai E Urba Ghuri’: First music video of Rickshaw Girl releasing as a tribute to rickshaw artisans

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Aiming the most anticipated theatrical release of Amitabh Reza Chowdhury’s film ‘Rickshaw Girl’ on 24th January 2025, Half Stop Down releases its first music video online, ‘Kon Latai E Urba Ghuri’ as a tribute to rickshaw painting and rickshaw artisans of Bangladesh. ‘Rickshaw Girl’ is a film that follows a young migrated dreamer Naima as she navigates her life around Dhaka city as a rickshaw-puller and ultimately regaining her passion to paint on rickshaws living in a workshop. ‘Kon Latai E Urba Ghuri’ is a song, which is also a prayer for Naima’s endeavor towards achieving her dream. Rickshaw painting and rickshaws were acknowledged into UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2023, making it an undying heritage of Bangladesh in global platform. The...

Jan232025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Businessmen of tourism sector demand extended permission for tourists to visit St. Martin until February

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The businesses of the tourism sector of Saint Martine have demanded extending the exiting the tourists' travel and spending the night on the island until February. They made this demand at a press conference organized by the ‘Saint Martin's Island Environment and Tourism Protection-Development Alliance' at the Economic Reporters Forum (ERF) auditorium in Paltan, Dhaka, on Thursday. The press conference also said Saint Martin was opened for tourists last November. But then, tourists could not visit the island for various reasons, including complications with travel passes. Although tourists have been able to visit the island since December, many are facing various obstacles with travel passes. The month of Ramadan will begin next March. February is the best time to travel before that. If...

Jan232025 by TS ReportNo Comments

5th World Fair and Fest Tampa Bay 2025

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At a press conference held today at the Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah Hall of the National Press Club at 11:30 AM, the official announcement of the 5th World Fair and Fest Tampa Bay 2025 was made. The event is set to take place on April 26-27, 2025, at the Tampa Heights Youth Development and Community Center in Florida, USA. This global event aims to promote the exchange of cultures, enhance business relationships, and foster growth in the tourism and trade sectors. Delegates from various countries will connect through cultural and business collaborations, paving the way for new opportunities. Organized by the Association of World Fair and Fest USA Inc., the event also aims to strengthen ties between the Bangladeshi diaspora and the global community. Having successfully hosted four pre...

Jan222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Experts Emphasize on Conducive Environment for Private Sector to Drive National Development, Ensuing Responsible Business

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The private sector has the potential to be a driving force for transformative change in Bangladesh. Through collaborative efforts and strategic partnerships, innovative solutions can be developed to tackle the country’s pressing development challenges while fostering sustainable economic growth. Sharing these, speakers at the Private Sector Engagement Conclave organized by Oxfam today at Dhaka emphasized that by leveraging the capabilities of the private sector, a future that is equitable, resilient, and inclusive can be shaped. The event brought together leaders from the policymakers, private sector, development organizations, and civil societies to explore the role of businesses in driving sustainable development in Bangladesh. Chowdhury Ashiq Mahmud Bin Harun, Executive Chairman o...

Jan222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Journalists Demand Quick Passage of Tobacco Control Law Amendment

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Journalist organization Aviation & Tourism Journalists’ Forum Bangladesh (ATJFB) has called for the swift passage of the amendment to the Tobacco Control Law to address the health and financial damages caused by tobacco and to build a healthier young society. On Wednesday morning, in a workshop organized by Dhaka Ahsania Mission on the amendment to the Tobacco Control Law, held at the Shaheed Dr. Shamsul Alam Khan Milan Hall of the BMA building in the capital, members of the ATJFB emphasized that the passage of the law would reduce deaths, help achieve SDG goals, and accelerate the creation of a tobacco-free Bangladesh. The session was chaired by Iqbal Masud, Director of Health & WASH Sector at Dhaka Ahsania Mission. Presenting speeches were former Chairman of the BCIC, Moham...

Jan222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

International Trade Shows for Building & Construction, Wood and Woodworking and to be held between January 23 and 25th 2025 at ICCB

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Two international Sourcing shows Under-One-Roof related to Building & Construction, Wood & Woodworking Technology are being organised by ASK Trade & Exhibitions Pvt Ltd jointly with Futurex Trade Fair & Events Pvt Ltd at International Convention City Bashundhara Between January 23 and 25, 2025. These tradeshows with nearly 100 exhibitors offer exciting sourcing options with a wide variety on display for the Building & Construction Sector, Furniture Sector and Electric Products related industry. 8th edition of International Trade Show for the Building & Construction Industry, Safeway Presents Bangladesh BUILDCON 2025, exhibiting latest innovations from overseas suppliers besides Bangladesh companies, showcasing Architectural & Building Hardware,, Auto Claves,...

Jan222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Haier Bangladesh Hosts 2025 Partner Meet

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Haier, recognized as the global No. 1 major home appliances brand, proudly hosted its 2025 Partner Meet in Bangladesh, an inspiring and innovative gathering that brought together key stakeholders, distributors, and business partners from across the nation. The event highlighted Haier’s commitment to collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and its vision for the future. The event featured an impressive exhibition of Haier’s state-of-the-art product range, including 1stAir purifying AC in Bangladesh, T3 Inverter, Biggest drum washing machines, Cutting-edge QD-Mini LED TV, -30-degree real Freezer, Premium refrigerator, and Smart appliances that are transforming modern living.Attendees explored interactive demonstrations and participated in experiments that highlighted the superior performa...