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itel Power 70 Launches in Bangladesh: Experience the new era of 10,000mAh Battery

itel a global smart life brand dedicated to providing budget-friendly electronic products for emerging market consumers proudly announces the launch of its innovative smartphone the itel Power 70 in Bangladesh. This device is designed to meet the unique power demands of the local market, offering an impressive 10,000mAh battery capacity. This makes it the ideal choice for regions experiencing frequent power outages and users with high energy needs. The Power 70 features a robust 6,000mAh built-in battery, complemented by an additional 4,000mAh power case achieving a total of 10,000mAh. Enjoy uninterrupted connectivity with up to 25 hours of TikTok, 162 hours of music or 48 hours of light gaming. Its slim and light power case ensures convenient power on-the-go without sacrificing portabili...

Mar202025 by TS ReportNo Comments

MoU signed between NTTN and CCC

Breaking News, National

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Bahan Limited, a Nationwide Telecommunications Transmission Network (NTTN) licensee approved by the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), and Chittagong City Corporation (CCC). The signing ceremony took place on Thursday (March 20) at the CCC office, where Chittagon City Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain attended as the chief guest. Sheikh Muhammad Touhidul Islam, Chief Executive Officer of CCC, and Rashed Amin Bidyut, Chief Operating Officer of Bahan, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective organizations. Regarding the agreement, Rashed Amin Bidyut stated that Bahan will work with CCC to establish an underground optical fiber network in the Chattogram City Corporation area, providing residents with high-speed...

Mar202025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Youth Demand Minimum Retail Price of Cigarettes to be Set at 9 Taka

Breaking News, NGO News

To discourage smoking among children, adolescents, and young people, youth activists have demanded that in the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26, the lower and mid-tier cigarette categories be merged, setting the minimum retail price of each cigarette stick at 9 Taka. They argue that this price increase would deter young people from smoking, potentially preventing approximately 900,000 premature tobacco-related deaths in the long term. Additionally, the government could generate an additional revenue of 20,000 crore Taka, which is 43% higher than the previous year. This demand was voiced at a press conference organized by Ahsania Mission Youth Forum for Health and Well-being on Thursday morning (March 20, 2025) at the National Press Club. The event was chaired by Marjana Muntaha, the forum's...

Mar202025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank ‘Aporajeyo TARA Scholarships’ to Support 300 Female Students at University of Chittagong

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has expanded its 'Aporajeyo TARA' scholarships programme to provide financial assistance to 300 female students from the Faculty of Business Administration and the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Chittagong (CU). This partnership was formalised during a signing ceremony held at the CU campus on March 19, 2025. Md. Shaheen Iqbal, CFA, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Treasury & Financial Institutions, signed on behalf of BRAC Bank. Professor S.M. Nasrul Quadir, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration, and Professor Dr. Md Iqbal Shahin Khan, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, represented CU in the agreement. During the ceremony, Professor Quadir expressed his gratitude to BRAC Bank, stating, “This initiative will have a profound imp...

Mar202025 by TS ReportNo Comments

The completely unique Foodi Iftar and Sehri Fest 2025 begins today

Breaking News, Feature

Bangladesh's extremely popular food delivery app Foodi, is going to organize an exceptional festival. The Foodi Iftar and Sehri Fest 2025 will be held from March 20 to March 29, every day from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, non-stop, at the grounds of Kamal Ataturk Avenue in Banani, the heart of modern Dhaka. Through this fair, around 30 stalls from popular restaurants in both new and old Dhaka will be present with a variety of events during the holy month of Ramadan. This unique fair will help you get all kinds of food items of your choice at the same venue. To make the Foodi Iftar and Sehri Fest more attractive, the fair is powered by the popular and trusted bank Eastern Bank Limited (EBL), with Coca-Cola as the beverage partner, Dettol as the hygiene partner, and Savoy as the ice cream partner...

Mar202025 by TS ReportNo Comments

vivo V50 5G Gains Rapid Popularity – Arriving Just in Time for Eid

Breaking News, Technology

Within just three days of its launch, the vivo V50 5G has captivated smartphone enthusiasts with its outstanding camera, powerful battery, fast performance, and premium design. Combining cutting-edge technology with a sleek look, this device is quickly becoming a top choice for tech lovers. Best Portrait Photography Experience The vivo V50 5G redefines mobile photography with its 50MP ZEISS OIS main camera and ZEISS Multifocal Portrait technology. Thanks to its advanced imaging system, every shot appears clearer, more vibrant, and professional. The large sensor and AI Lighting System 2.0 enhance night photography, making low-light images appear brighter and more natural. Additionally, DSLR-level stabilization ensures crisp and sharp photos. With the Multifocal Portrait feature, us...

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Hypertension control must be prioritized in budget- Public health experts at journalists’ workshop

Breaking News, NGO News

Hypertension and various other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 71% of total deaths in Bangladesh. However, the budgetary allocation dedicated to combat NCDs is alarmingly low, comprising only 4.2 percent of the total health budget. To combat the growing prevalence of hypertension, it is essential to increase allocation for this sector in the upcoming budget for FY 2025-26. Such demands were made at a two-day long workshop for journalists titled "Hypertension Control in Bangladesh: Progress and Way Forward", held at the capital's BMA Bhaban from 18-19 March 2025. The workshop was organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) with support from Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI). Twenty-six journalists working in print, television and onlin...

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Govt intervention drops air ticket fares by 75%, Says ATAB

Breaking News, Business

Air ticket prices, particularly for flights to various destinations in Saudi Arabia, have fallen by nearly 75 percent following the government's intervention and the implementation of stricter regulations, according to the Association of Travel Agents of Bangladesh (ATAB). Between December and February, passengers were forced to pay exorbitant fares for tickets from Dhaka to major Saudi Arabian cities, with prices soaring to as high as Taka 190,000 under group booking schemes. However, following the government's monitoring efforts, ticket prices have dropped dramatically, with fares now available for as low as Taka 48,000 to 50,000. Some airlines are even offering tickets for routes such as Dhaka to Dammam and Dhaka to Riyadh at prices as low as Taka 35,000. In a move to curb t...

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BRAC Bank, Bengal Aitken Spence Travels Launch Sri Lanka’s First Medical Tourism in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has partnered with Bengal Aitken Spence Travels Limited to introduce Sri Lanka’s premium healthcare services to Bangladeshi travellers, marking the launch of the first-ever Sri Lanka Medical Tourism Campaign in Bangladesh. This exclusive initiative offers BRAC Bank’s selected cardholders special access to top-tier medical care in Sri Lanka, including a 15% discount on hospital charges at leading healthcare institutions such as Asiri Group of Hospitals, Melsta Hospitals, and The Lanka Hospital. Bengal Aitken Spence Travels is a premier travel company in Bangladesh, operating as a subsidiary of Aitken Spence Travels Sri Lanka and a joint venture with Bengal Airlift Group. Aitken is the largest and most established Destination Management Company (DMC) in Sri Lanka. The offe...

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Reduce Cigarette Price Tiers to Three: ATMA Demands

Breaking News, NGO News

The existing four price tier (low, medium, high, and premium) system in cigarettes has rendered the tobacco price and tax measures less effective. Particularly, the very narrow price difference between low and medium tier cigarettes allows consumers to choose brands belonging to any of these two tiers. To safeguard public health, this glaring loophole can be plugged by merging low and medium price tiers and reducing the number of price tiers to three. Anti-Tobacco Media Alliance (ATMA) raised such demands today (18 March 2025, Monday) during a FY 2025-26 pre-budget meeting with the National Board of Revenue (NBR) held at the NBR Conference Room, chaired by Md. Abdur Rahman Khan, Chairman, NBR. During the pre-budget (2025-26) meeting, the NBR Chair said that he would consider reducing the ...