Day: February 27, 2025

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It’s High TimeWe Advanced Women’s Rights and Progress: Shireen Haque

Thesereform opportunities are the outcome of the anti-discrimination movement, which has created an obligation to act. It is essential to identify and address disparities and work towards eliminating discrimination against women in all sectors. Speaking at an event organised by ActionAid Bangladesh in a hotel in Gulshan, Dhaka, on Thursday (27 February) to mark International Women's Day 2025, Shireen Parveen Haque, Head of the Women's Affairs Reform Commission, highlighted these issues.She stated, "Our primary focus must be the elimination of discrimination against women in all areas. We must work to reduce gender inequality and identify the barriers to women's development and progress. Women's rights must be prioritised in all reform commissions. We see this as a challenge and also an...

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Workshop on Women’s Equal Rights in Inheritance and Family Property

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In a workshop held today at the BNPS Central Office conference room, the Bangladesh Women’s Progressive Association (BNPS) shed light on the pressing issue of women's inheritance rights and family property in Bangladesh. The event, led by BNPS Director Shahnaz Sumi, brought together influential speakers and activists who highlighted the gender-based discrimination women face regarding inheritance rights, often masked under the guise of religious and social customs. According to Article 28 (1) of the Constitution of Bangladesh, the state is committed to ensuring equal rights for all citizens. However, despite this constitutional mandate, women continue to be deprived of equal rights in inheritance and family property. This discrimination is perpetuated by a complex legal framework, predomi...

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Jaya Ahsan Becomes the Brand Ambassador of Amin Jewellers

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Renowned Bangladeshi actress, style icon, and National Film Award-winning star Jaya Ahsan has recently joined as the brand ambassador of the country’s prestigious jewelry brand, Amin Jewellers. On this occasion, she visited Amin Jewellers' flagship store on February 27, located on Level 7, Block B of Bashundhara City Shopping Mall.During this special event, Jaya Ahsan shares her thoughts on this new journey with Amin Jewellers and discusses her plans with the brand. She expresses her confidence in the brand’s creative designs, superior quality, and rich heritage.The event was also graced by the presence of Mirza Syeedul Islam Beg, Senior Consultant - Business Development, Amin Jewellers Ltd., and Ashraful Alam, Managing Director of AdperienceLimited, the advertising agency for Amin...

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National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh Organizes Mini Marathon

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Tobacco use causes 161,253 premature deaths annually in Bangladesh, while the cost of treating tobacco-related diseases exceeds BDT 420 billion each year. Strengthening the tobacco control law through necessary amendments would help reduce preventable deaths and associated medical expenses.Speakers emphasized this at the inaugural ceremony of a mini marathon titled "Call for Stronger Tobacco Control Laws" on Thursday (February 27, 2025) at 7:00 AM in front of Zia Udyan. The National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh organized the marathon, which started from the road in front of Zia Udyan, circled the road near Ganabhaban, and ended back at Zia Udyan. More than 200 participants took part in the event.The marathon was inaugurated by Md. Rezaul Maksud Jahedi from the Ministry of Youth a...

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BRAC Bank wins Gold at Qorus Reinvention Awards

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BRAC Bank has been honoured with the prestigious Qorus Reinvention Award 2025 for its innovation in expanding access to finance and markets through digitalisation, focusing on women and marginalised communities.The bank’s transformative initiative, in partnership with the US-based Gates Foundation, earned this international accolade for its efforts in driving digital financial inclusion for women. The award highlights BRAC Bank’s commitment to fostering financial empowerment through technology and strategic collaboration.Indrajit Sur, Head of Emerging Corporate, and Mohsinur Rahman, Head of SME Business Support, received the Gold Award in the Distribution category at the award ceremony held in Bangkok, Thailand, on 19 February 2025. Clinching Gold reinforces BRAC Bank’s position as...