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Environment Advisor and UN Resident Coordinator Chart Path to Urgent Climate Action and Water Resilience in Bangladesh

In a compelling exchange of ideas and resolve, Gwyn Lewis, UN Resident Coordinator in Bangladesh met with Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, at Pani Bhaban, Panthapath, Dhaka. The high-level meeting revolved around unlocking swift and strategic actions to advance climate resilience, revive river ecosystems, and harmonize Bangladesh’s environmental priorities through cohesive governance. “While analysis is useful, we now need to prioritize climate action, even if it begins with two or three catalytic projects,” stated Advisor Rizwana Hasan, underscoring the need to move from planning to implementation. She proposed a dedicated day for convening key development partners to streamline coordination acro...

Directive to Stop Display of Tobacco Product Advertisements at Points of Sale

Breaking News, NGO News

In an effort to protect public health, the Bangladesh Grocery Business Association (BGBA) has issued a directive prohibiting the display, advertisement, and promotional activities of tobacco products at points of sale. In an official order titled "Directive on the Prohibition of Tobacco Product Advertisement at Point of Sale (POS)," the BGBA stated that smoking and the use of tobacco products are extremely harmful to public health, while also having detrimental effects on the national economy and the environment. In Bangladesh, approximately 161,000 people die annually due to tobacco use. Additionally, 35.3% of the population aged 15 and above use tobacco products, and 51.4% of people are exposed to secondhand smoke in public places and transportation. The directive also highlights t...

BRAC Bank hosts indoor games tournament for co-workers

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank recently organised an indoor games tournament to promote co-worker wellness and strengthen team spirit. The event featured a variety of competitive games, including carrom, table tennis, chess, and badminton, with both singles, doubles and mixed-doubles formats for male and female participants. Around 500 co-workers participated in the tournament, of which a total of 9 male and 8 female co-workers won in various categories. The winners took top honours across different formats showcasing their skills and sportsmanship. The indoor games tournament generated huge enthusiasm among co-workers of the bank nurturing team spirit and vibrant culture within the bank. Managing Director & CEO, Selim R. F. Hussain, presented awards to the winners, and said, “At BRAC Bank, we str...