Day: June 26, 2025

Jun262025 by No Comments

Global Leaders Unite in Dublin to End Tobacco Epidemic with Bold Five-Point Declaration

The World Conference on Tobacco Control 2025 (WCTC2025) concluded today with a resounding global commitment to end the tobacco epidemic. Delegates from over 100 countries gathered in Dublin to endorse the historic Dublin Declaration—a five-point action agenda aimed at accelerating tobacco control efforts and ensuring a healthier, tobacco-free future for generations to come. Held against the backdrop of rising global health and development challenges, WCTC2025 served as a dynamic platform for showcasing evidence-based solutions, youth and community-led advocacy, and high-level policy dialogues. The conference underscored that tobacco control remains a cornerstone of the global public health agenda and a critical component of sustainable development. Conference Highlights Included, Evidenc...

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Malaysia Airlines Enhances Bonus Side Trip for International Travellers

Breaking News, Travel

Malaysia Airlines continues to redefine the travel experience with its innovative Bonus Side Trip (BST) programme, offering international travellers the opportunity to explore Malaysia’s hidden gems at no extra fare. Whether transiting through Kuala Lumpur or planning an extended stay, travellers can explore a second Malaysian destination effortlessly, experiencing more of the country’s cultural richness, natural landscapes, and authentic local hospitality.Available to Malaysia Airlines’ international passengers who travel through Kuala Lumpur, BST offers a domestic return flight to one of seven selected Malaysian destinations at no extra fare. Travellers can choose to stop over in Langkawi, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Alor Star, Kuala Terrengganu and Kota Bharu before continuing to ...

Jun262025 by No Comments

vivo Announces 3-Day ‘Service Day’ Across Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology

When Shishir’s phone microphone abruptly stopped working the day before his first online job interview, it felt like the worst possible timing. Unsure where to turn, he visited a nearby vivo service center. There, staff quickly diagnosed the issue and carefully repaired the microphone – just in time for him to attend the interview, which he successfully passed.Farhin faced a similar crisis during her university’s final semester. The night before an important viva, her phone – containing all her data, slides, and notes – suddenly froze. In a panic, she too turned to vivo’s service team. With a quick software update and thorough device cleaning, her phone was restored within an hour, and so was her confidence.Stories like these reflect the trust customers have in vivo – not only as a...

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Axentec Launches Bangladesh’s First Locally Hosted Tier-4 Cloud Platform

Breaking News, Business

In a major milestone for the country’s digital infrastructure, Axentec PLC has officially launched Axentec Cloud, Bangladesh’s first Tier-4 cloud platform fully hosted and operated within the country. The platform is a flagship offering from Axentec PLC, an affiliate of Robi Axiata PLC.The announcement was made at a press event held today at Axentec’s corporate headquarters in Dhaka, attended by senior journalists and technology editors. The event highlighted the cloud platform’s technical architecture, capabilities, and its strategic importance to the nation’s digital future.According to the company, Axentec Cloud is the first enterprise-grade cloud platform in Bangladesh to meet Tier-4 standards for reliability, security, and scalability. It is fully managed locally, with a Tier-...

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BRAC Bank hosts legal workshop on court proceedings under Artha Rin Adalat Ain

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has recently organised a daylong workshop titled “Practical Court Proceedings under Artha Rin Adalat Ain and Related Laws”.The workshop was conducted by Mohammad Manirojjaman, Senior Assistant Secretary (Joint District and Sessions Judge), Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs.Eighty officials from the bank’s head office and regional offices joined the session on June 22, 2025 under the initiative of its Legal and Recovery Division.Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director & CEO (Current Charge), BRAC Bank, attended as the chief guest, while Indrajit Sur, Acting Head of SME Banking, was present as the special guest. Barrister Rasheed Ahmed, Chief Legal Officer, and Mustafizur Rahman, Head of Litigation Management at BRAC Bank, were present in the know...

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UIU MARINER Team Secured 1stin Asia & 5thin the World at MATE ROV World Championship2025

Breaking News, Education

The UIU MARINER,Bangladesh’s first-ever university team from United International University (UIU)won 5th place globallyMATE ROV World Championship 2025 in the PIONEER Class.The team also secured 1stplace in Asia and was named Technical Documentation Champion. The competition was held on 17-12June2025at the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Alpena, Michigan, USA and was organized by the Marine Technology Society, USA.The Advanced Underwater Robotics and Automation (AURA) crew of United International University showcased their self-built ROV on the international stage, where each team was evaluated across eight criteria: Product Demonstration, Engineering Presentation, Technical Documentation, Marketing Display, Collaborative Mission, Company Specification, Corporate Responsibili...