February 2025 - Page 2 of 13

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Banglalink’s Orange Club members to enjoy special discounts from RISE

Country’s innovative digital operator Banglalink has recently signed an agreement with RISE, a modern lifestyle clothing brand, to offer special discounts to its Orange Club members. Under this agreement, Orange Club members will get a special 20% discount in celebration of Banglalink’s 20-year milestone for a limited time. Apart from that, an exclusive 12% discount at all RISE outlets will be available for Orange Club members regularly. This represents Banglalink’s commitment to adding value to its loyal customers’ lifestyle needs. The agreement signing ceremony was held at RISE Corporate Office in Tejgaon recently. From Banglalink, Loyalty Program Senior Manager Zain Zaman, and Loyalty Partnership Manager Shahadat H Mazumder were present at the event. From RISE, its CEO & MD Fa...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

DMA 2024: Mindshare Bangladesh Steals the Spotlight Once More

Breaking News, Business

Asiatic Mindshare Limited once again reaffirmed its strength and mastery in the digital space, securing 10 prestigious awards—3 Silver and 7 Bronze, for groundbreaking campaigns that pushed the boundaries of digital storytelling at the 8th edition of DMA. This remarkable recognition stands as a testament to a year of relentless dedication, creativityand strategic brilliance. Mindshare Bangladesh extends its deepest gratitude to its valued clients, whose trust and collaboration continue to fuel this success. Digital Marketing Award, the premier platform celebrating excellence in digital marketing and communications, recently concluded with a spectacular showcase of innovation and creativity at the Digital Marketing Award 2024. The awards were presented at InterContinental Dhaka on ...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

FSDS: A New Think Tank for Bangladesh

Breaking News, Education

Md. Hasan Shimum Wahab (Saimum) On 23 February 2025, Dhaka witnessed the launch of the Foundation for Strategic and Development Studies (FSDS), a research-based institution focused on governance, national security, and policy development. FSDS Chairman, Major General (retd) Fazle Elahi Akbar, emphasized its mission to conduct evidence-based research, ensuring strategic stability and national growth. Most importantly, he stressed that FSDS will always prioritize Bangladesh First. Distinguished speakers, including Professor Mahbubullah, Professor Dilara Chowdhury, Professor Bohan Uddin Khan, and Jahangirnagar University VC Professor Kamrul Ahsan, highlighted the importance of strategic research in shaping national policies. The event was attended by top military officials, forme...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

British Council’s New Directions 2025: tackles English assessment challenges in South Asia

Breaking News, Education

New Directions South Asia 2025,British Council's flagship conference on language testing and assessment, made its South Asia debut on 21 February bringing together participants from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Pakistan.The two-day conference commenced with a ceremony featuring senior representatives from the British Council. Professor Barry O'Sullivan OBE, Director of English Language Research at the British Council delivered the keynote address on the conference theme ‘Technology and tradition: The changing face of assessment in English language learning systems.’ English remains a vital global language driving both functional needs and aspirational goals in education and career advancement worldwide.The British Council, with its expertise in delivering high-quality English...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury’s New Song “Shorone Ritwik” Released After 28 Years

Breaking News, Entertainment

Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury, the legendary Bengali lyricist, has left an indelible mark on the world of music with his timeless lyrics. Songs like “Amay Deko Na, Ferano Jabe Na”, “Jekhane Simanto Tomar, Sekhane Basanto Amar”, “Aaj Ei Bristir Kanna Dekhe”, “Ei Rupali Guitar Fele” and “Kobita Porar Prohor Eseche” continue to resonate with music lovers. Though he passed away on February 22, 2022, his creations remain immortal. To honor his memory on his death anniversary, a new song, ‘Shorone Ritwik’, has been released. This song is dedicated to two artistic souls—Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury and Ritwik Ghatak—who will live on through their artistic contributions. Singer Nafis Kamal shared that this project holds deep emotional significance for him, as Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury was also the lyricist of hi...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank and British Council launch English Speech Competition for school students

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank, in collaboration with the British Council, has jointly launched an English Speech Competition for school students to nurture their extracurricular talent. The initiative aimed at enhancing English proficiency, public speaking skills, and leadership development among school students in Bangladesh. BRAC Bank supports this youth-centric initiative under the banner of its Agami proposition, which is a complete range of student banking services. BRAC Bank, British Council, and Toastmasters International have entered into a partnership agreement to launch the Speech Contest. The signing ceremony, held at the British Council’s Fuller Road office, marks the beginning of a transformative journey for young learners. With participation from 33 schools across five divisions, studen...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Ticketing to Transform Lives

Breaking News, Feature

Digital ticketing is transforming lives across Bangladesh, making travel more accessible, efficient, and stress-free. As technology reshapes the country’s transport sector, passengers are experiencing greater convenience, transparency, and security in booking their journeys. At a knowledge-sharing session at a city hotel in Dhaka titled "Ticketing to Transform Lives," Shohoz Officials and renowned journalists gathered to discuss how digitalization is solving long-standing challenges in ticketing. The discussion highlighted how digital platforms are eliminating the hassles of long queues, uncertainty, and last-minute panic, particularly during peak travel seasons like Eid, Puja, and national holidays. For decades, securing a ticket for festivals or essential travel was a difficult pro...

Feb252025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Concluding ceremony of the ‘Foundation course for probationary officers and other officials’

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Eleven days long training on ‘Foundation course for probationary officers and other officials’ (General banking module-combined batch) of National Bank has been concluded at the Training Institute of the bank on February 23, 2025. 44 Officers from Head Office and different branches of National Bank participated in this Training Course. Mr. Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Managing Director (Current Charge) of National Bank was present in the Concluding ceremony as the chief guest and distributes certificates & prize among the participants. Mr. Shah Syed Rafiul Bari, Principal of NBTI was also present in the program.

Feb242025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BYD SEALION 6 launched in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business

BYD, the leading electric vehicle manufacturer, has recently brought in a new vehicle from its SEALION lineup – called BYD SEALION 6 – in the Bangladesh market to step up luxury car experience. BYD SEALION 6, a pioneering DM-i Super Plug-in Hybrid EV, is anticipated to transform the automotive landscape in Bangladesh. To this end, a launching event was held at the BYD showroom located at Tejgaon in Dhaka on 23 February 2025. Hafizur Rahman Khan, Chairman of Runner Group, was present at the event along with other distinguished guests. Guests witnessed the exciting launching ceremony of the BYD Sealion 6, along with an elaborate discussion of its features, specifications and a special presentation with the first customers receiving their keys. "BYD SEALION 6 is the first Super Plug-in Hybr...

Feb242025 by TS ReportNo Comments

United Aygaz LPG Ltd. signs with Teach for Bangladesh for a CSR initiative

Breaking News, Business

United Aygaz LPG Ltd. and Teach For Bangladesh have officially joined hands in a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, signing a partnership agreement at United Group’s headquarters today. This strategic collaboration will support the project titled ‘Climate Resilient Classrooms for Students for a Greener Tomorrow’, an initiative aimed at fostering leadership among students in Bangladesh and equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to drive climate resilience in their communities. Recognizing the vast potential of every student, this initiative seeks to integrate climate-conscious education into the academic framework, empowering the youth to become impactful change-makers. Through this project, students will gain critical insights into environmental sustainabi...