May 2025 - TheStatement24

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JICA, Bangladesh sign agreements for economic reforms, climate change resilience and talent

To advance economic reforms, strengthen climate change resilience efforts as well as promote educational opportunities for government officials, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Government of Bangladesh signed two major agreements in Tokyo, Japan, on May 30, 2025. Dr. Tanaka Akihiko, President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and H.E. Md. Daud Ali, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh signed the Loan Agreement (L/A) on the Development Policy Loan for Economic Reform and Strengthening Climate Change Resilience and Grant Agreement (G/A) on the JDS Scholarship for 2025. The ceremony was witnessed by Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, who is o...

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‘Notionhive’ provides complete digital solutions

Breaking News, Technology

The integrated agency model has been prevalent around the world for a long time, but in the context of Bangladesh, it is still relatively new, but Notionhive is the only agency in Bangladesh that is providing complete digital solutions. The company is providing everything from brand marketing to app development, website development and digital content production through a single team, from one place. There is no need to give separate instructions anywhere, no need to spend time with different agencies, no additional maintenance hassle. The ‘One-Stop Digital Studio’ or ‘Full-Service Agency’ model is quite popular in many countries around the world. However, in Bangladesh, branding and technology, two key sectors are still often handled by separate agencies for many organizations. As a re...

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Smart Battery Management Ensures Uninterrupted Use Throughout the Day

Breaking News, Feature

As smartphones become essential for everything from work and entertainment to health tracking, battery performance has moved to the forefront. Today’s users demand more than just large batteries—they expect their devices to be intelligent enough to last through a full day of use without overheating or slowing down. This has ushered in an era of smart battery management systems powered by artificial intelligence. Bigger But Smarter Battery upgrades used to mean increasing capacity. Now, brands are focusing on AI-powered solutions—like adaptive power allocation, usage pattern analysis, and thermal regulation—that keep phones running efficiently for longer without needing more mAh. These systems are especially helpful for people on the go, who use their phones for everything from video cal...

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Banglalink Makes Eid More Enjoyable for Orange Club Members

Breaking News, Business

With Eid-ul-Adha approaching, Banglalink, the country's leading digital operator, is rolling out a wide array of exclusive offers for its Orange Club members, designed to make the occasion more convenient, rewarding, and enjoyable. As families gear up for the Qurbani celebration and prepare their homes for guests, Banglalink has partnered with top-tier electronics brands to make shopping more affordable. Orange Club members can enjoy up to 14% discounts on essential appliances like refrigerators and televisions from renowned brands including Singer, Electromart, Butterfly, Walton Plaza, Jamuna Electronics and Automobiles Ltd., and M.K. Electronics. These offers, available for a limited time with exclusive discount codes, help make home preparation stress-free. To support hassle-free Qurb...

May302025 by TS ReportNo Comments

MANAS Demands Punishment for Tobacco Companies for Violating Laws and Enticing Youth into Addiction

Breaking News, NGO News

Speakers at a press conference today called for strict action against tobacco companies for their deceptive tactics, illegal promotion, and alluring of young people into harmful tobacco addiction. They emphasized the need to counter the ever-evolving stratagems of tobacco companies to protect children, adolescents, and young adults from tobacco. Ensuring this, they argued, would lead to a healthier generation in the long run, reduce tobacco-related diseases in the healthcare sector, and mitigate the burden of premature deaths and overall losses. The press conference, organized by Madak Darbo O Nesha Nirodh Sangstha (MANAS) was held at the National Press Club on Friday, May 30, at 11:00 AM. The keynote paper was presented and presided over by the founder president of MANAS, freedom fight...

May302025 by TS ReportNo Comments

All BRTA Offices to be Declared Smoke-Free

Breaking News, NGO News

In a move to protect public health and safeguard people from the harms of secondhand smoke, the Chairman of the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA), Mr. Mohammed Yasin (Grade-1), announced that all BRTA offices across the country will be made 100% smoke-free. He also called on relevant authorities to install anti-smoking and awareness signage in these offices to help create a smoke-free environment. Additionally, Mr. Yasin suggested that the BRTA, in collaboration with members of the Dhaka Ahsania Mission Youth Forum, should implement awareness programs in bus terminals, BRTA circle office premises, and other relevant areas to promote public awareness on the issue. Marking World No Tobacco Day 2025, a discussion meeting titled “Actions to Ensure Smoke-Free Public Transport” wa...

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JICA’s President Tanaka met with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus

Breaking News, Feature

Tanaka Akihiko, President, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has met with Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser, Interim Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, on May 29, 2025, in Tokyo At the outset, Tanaka Akihiko explained that JICA will continue to cooperate with the interim government to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth and development of Bangladesh. In response, Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus expressed his gratitude for the continuation and strengthening of JICA’s cooperation in Bangladesh. They also discussed the importance of cooperation for industrial growth such as Moheshkhali-Matarbari Integrated Infrastructure Development Initiative (MIDI) development and connectivity with neighboring countries, as well as the enhanced opportunities for the...

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BRAC Bank enhances health insurance benefits for credit cardholders

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BRAC Bank has significantly enhancedhealth insurance benefits for credit cardholders making the cards more attractive with value-added services. For the first time, the bank has added critical illness and in-hospitalisation benefits across all card tiers to its Credit Shield facility, manifesting the bank’s care for health and wellness of the customers. All BRAC Bank credit cardholders, enrolled for Credit Shield, will avail of BDT 5,000 while Visa Infinite cardholders will be eligible for in-hospitalisation coverage of up to BDT 8,000 per night for up to 30 nights—currently the highest offered by any bank in the market. In case of natural death or permanent total disability, the outstanding will be waived and the nominee will be entitled to same amount as outstanding balance (wit...

May292025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Discussion Held with DU Journalists to Strengthen Tobacco Control Law

Breaking News, NGO News

A discussion meeting titled “Expectations and Responsibilities of the Dhaka University Journalists’ Association in Strengthening the Tobacco Control Law” was held on Thursday, May 29, at Karwan Bazar in the capital. The event was organized by Development Organisation of the Rural Poor (DORP) to advance the goal of a tobacco-free Bangladesh. The session began with a welcome speech by Mohammad Azhar Ali Talukder, retired secretary and advisor to DORP. Md. Abdus Salam Mia joined as a special discussant, while the closing remarks were delivered by AHM Noman, founder and CEO of DORP. Members of the executive committee of the Dhaka University Journalists’ Association were also present. In the discussion, Dr. Silvana Ishrat, Advocacy Coordinator of DORP’s Tobacco Control Project, presented six ...

May292025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Stay Secure This Eid: Explore the Latest at RYANS WiFi IP Camera Exhibition

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Technology has advanced so much today that with a small WiFi IP camera, you can watch everything at home, receive notifications on your mobile phone, listen to sounds, and even talk — all from anywhere. This smart technology is no longer a luxury but an essential part of home security. Recognizing this growing need, Ryans Computers Ltd., one of Bangladesh’s leading computer and IT solution providers, is hosting a 7-day RYANS WiFi IP Camera Exhibition. The exhibition features a wide collection of popular and internationally recognized WiFi IP cameras available in the Bangladesh market, along with attractive offers. It will run from May 28 to June 3, 2025, every day from 10 AM to 9 PM at 41, Kamal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka. Visitors will have the chance to see live demonstrations o...