Day: May 21, 2025

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Demand for Increased Tobacco Tax and Price in the Upcoming Budget

To protect public health and achieve a tobacco-free Bangladesh, Development Organisation of the Rural Poor- DORP, alongside journalists, social leaders, and policymakers, have called for an increase in tobacco product prices and taxes, as well as reforms to the tobacco tax policy, in the upcoming national budget for FY 2025–26. This demand was raised during a national seminar titled “Increasing the Price and Tax on Tobacco Products and Reforming the Tobacco Tax Policy in the National Budget for FY 2025–26”, held on Wednesday (May 21) at the CIRDAP Auditorium. In a national seminar held on May 21 at the CIRDAP auditorium, Development Organisation of the Rural Poor (DORP), along with journalists, prominent social figures, and policymakers, collectively called for an increase in tobacco pro...

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BRAC Bank aims to serve 50,000 women remittance beneficiaries with insurance coverage by 2025

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BRAC Bank aims to provide life and health insurance coverage to 50,000 women remittance beneficiaries by 2025 as part of its plan to incorporate more value-added services to its comprehensive remittance services.In a first-of-its-kind insurance benefits to remittance receivers, the bank has partnered with Green Delta Insurance to add insurance perks to its newly introduced TARA Probashi Poribar proposition.Through this partnership, women receiving foreign remittances will be entitled to complimentary insurance benefits, including life coverage of up to Tk 2 lac, annual health insurance worth up to Tk 50,000, maternity care, and both outpatient (OPD) and inpatient (IPD) medical treatment.These benefits are built within the TARA Probashi Poribar Account—a purpose-designed solutio...

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Rangpur wins the Under-15 Boys Development Cup Football Tournament

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Rangpur wins the Under-15 Boys Development Cup Football Tournament 2025 after competing with Barisal by 1-0 goal in the final match at Government Physical Education College, Mohammadpur, Dhaka. The top scorer was Hasib Miah (Rangpur). Ashik Rahman (Rangpur) was the man of the final. The man of the tournament was Roman (Rangpur) and the best goalkeeper was Al Radid (Barisal Division). On 18 May, 2025, in the semi final, the goalless match between Barisal and Khulna went to a tiebreaker. Barisal Division won by 3-1 in the tiebreaker making its way to the final. On the same day in the second semi final match between Mymensingh and Rangpur, Rangpur Division secured a place in the final by winning 2-1.Mohammad Iqbal Hossain, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports has atten...

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OPPO Unveils Exciting Eid Ul Adha Offers with the availability of new A5x in Bangladesh

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OPPO, the global technology brand, is ushering in the festive spirit of Eid Ul Adha with a range of exclusive offers for its customers in Bangladesh. As part of this celebration, OPPO has also announced the availability of its newest smartphone — the OPPO A5x (4GB+64GB) — at an attractive price point to complement the festive joy. To elevate the Eid festivities, OPPO has launched a mega Eid lottery where customers stand a chance to win a 'Dream Trip' to an international destination, or enjoy a 1-month free subscription to Bongo, the official streaming partner. In addition to these thrilling rewards, OPPO is also offering guaranteed gifts with select smartphones: a premium umbrella with every purchase of the OPPO A5 Pro, a stylish travel bag with the OPPO Reno13 F, and an exclusive accesso...

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Infinix launches ‘EID DHAMAKA’ campaign to make Eid more rewarding

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Eid is not just a day on the calendar — it’s a feeling. A time when families gather, smiles grow brighter, and simple moments turn into lifelong memories. This year, Infinix is adding a little extra sparkle to that joy with its ‘EID DHAMAKA’campaign, promising exciting gifts, surprise wins, and the thrill of togetherness — all wrapped around the newly launched NOTE 50 Series. The campaign will run from May 15 to June 14, 2025, and is open to participants both online and offline.To join the campaign online, participants can visit the official game platform and follow a few simple steps to become eligible for rewards. Offline participants can join by scanning a QR code available at Infinix retail outlets, where ‘EID DHAMAKA’campaign branding has been placed. In both modes, participants are r...

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Robi customers get to Watch Hamza Choudhury Live from the Stands with ‘Super Sunday’ Offer

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Robi Axiata PLC. is bringing football fever to its popular ‘Super Robibar’ campaign, offering great opportunity for the fans to witness Hamza Chowdhury playing live in Dhaka. On 25th May, Sunday, Robi customers will get the chance to win exclusive premium tickets to the highly anticipated Bangladesh vs. Singapore football match. The details to participate in the campaign will soon be revealed in the company’s official social media platforms.The game, scheduled for June 10 at the National Stadium in Dhaka, marks a historic moment for Bangladeshi football: international star Hamza Choudhury will make his home debut wearing the national jersey. The match is part of the Asian Cup qualifiers and has generated immense excitement among fans and officials alike.Robi formally announced the ...