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Jun222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Every year 1.19 million road users are killed in road crashes worldwide

According to the World Health Organization, 1.19 million road users are killed in road crashes globally every year. This information was shared by Sharmeen Rahman, Road Safety Project Coordinator of Dhaka Ahsania Mission, at a media briefing titled "Road Safety Law is Essential for All" held on Sunday (22 June) at 11:30 AM at the Dhaka Ahsania Mission Health Sector office in Shyamoli, Dhaka. In her presentation on the importance of the Road Safety Law, Sharmeen Rahman further stated that 92% of global road crash deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, and more than half of these fatalities involve pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists. According to the World Health Ranking, Bangladesh ranks 106th among 183 countries most affected by road crashes. She emphasized that without...

Jun222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Unveiling of the book ‘Rare Disease SMA: Guidance and Measures’ written by Hasan Mahmud

Breaking News, Literature

Spinal Muscular Atrophy, or SMA, is a rare disease. Treatment options for SMA in Bangladesh remain limited like many countries around the world. For the first time in the country, a non-physician’s guidebook offering advice and recommended actions for this rare disease has been published. The book is authored by journalist and social worker Hasan Mahmud. This book unveiling ceremony took place on Sunday morning in the hallroom of the Accounting Department at the University of Dhaka (DU). At the event, Professor Maksudur Rahman, Chairman of the Accounting Department at Dhaka University, Professor Dr. Dewan Mahbub Hossain, Professor Amiruz Salat, Professor Dr. Md. Saiful Alam, Associate Professor Al Amin, Hasan Mahmud, President of ‘Cure SMA Bangladesh,’ and Omar Faruq, General Secreta...

Jun222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Honda City e: HEV has arrived in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business

The newest addition to the Honda lineup, the Honda City e:HEV, has arrived in Bangladesh,The car was officially launched through an eventrecently held in the Honda Showroom in Tejgaon. In attendance were DHS Motors CEO Imran Zaman Khan, DHS Motors General Managers Arman Rashid and Farhan Samad, and chief guest Zohad Reza Chowdhury, vocalist of the band Nemesis, among other guests. The event featured a presentation on the car, and a simracer competition for the guests, where the winners received various prizes. The launch of yet another hybrid vehicle further bolsters DHS' commitment to the environment and to the government's plan for a greener Bangladesh. Honda City e: HEV is now available for sale from the Honda Showroom in Tejgaon.

Jun222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Barça Academy Summer Camp 2025 kicks off at ISD

Breaking News, Sports

Football has once again returned to the International School Dhaka (ISD) campus as the Barça Academy Summer Camp 2025 officially kicks off on June 22, 2025. The five-day summer training camp from June 22 – June 26, 2025, has marked the second time the school has hosted the academy, following the success of the Autumn Training Camp in October 2023. The summer camp promises a week of top-tier football training, learning, and fun. It has been structured to cater to three age groups: 11 years old and under, 14 years old and under, and 18 years old and under. The session will run daily for fivedays from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, with a lunch break from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Certificates will be provided to all the participants on the final day, recognizing their hard work and commitment. All the...

Jun222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Sunehra Tasnim signed as Organikaon’s brand ambassador

Breaking News, Feature

Organikaon, a leading Bangladeshi skincare brand, announced the signing of the actress and youth icon, Sunehra Tasnim, as its brand ambassador. The exclusive signing event took place on 21 June 2025 in Banani, Dhaka. Organikaon is a leading Bangladeshi skincare brand that is known for its clean, halal, plant-based skincare and wellness products. To celebrate natural beauty and wellness of the skincare-conscious women in Bangladesh, Organikaon signed Sunehra Tasnim, who is a strong advocate of natural beauty and wellness, as its brand ambassador. The signing event was attended by the chief guest, Abdur Rahman Ishan, CEO of Organikaon; special guest, Shekh Piash Islam, Strategy & Brand Marketing Director of Organikaon; and other guests included distinguished members of the brand and cr...

Jun222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank and PriyoShop Launch Embedded Credit Access for Micro-Retailers

Breaking News, Business

PriyoShop, Bangladesh’s leading B2B platform and smart distribution has partnered with BRAC Bank PLC, the country’s number 1 SME bank and the largest provider of collateral-free loans, to introduce a first-of-its-kind embedded credit solution for micro and small retailers. This strategic partnership aims to bridge the financing gap for millions of underserved micro-retailers across Bangladesh by enabling seamless access to working capital directly within PriyoShop’s digital ecosystem. With data-driven credit scoring and real-time visibility into retailer transactions, BRAC Bank will offer collateral-free credit that is fast, flexible, and tailored to the unique needs of the informal retail sector. Syed Abdul Momen, Additional Managing Director and Head of SME Banking, BRAC Bank, said: “T...

Jun212025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Xiaomi Technologies Bangladesh Private Limited to get insurance services from MetLife

Breaking News, Business

Xiaomi Technologies Bangladesh Private Limited, one of the leading technology companies in Bangladesh, recently penned an agreement with MetLife Bangladesh to provide insurance benefits to its employees. Under this agreement, employees of Xiaomi Technologies Bangladesh will receive insurance coverage for unforeseen incidents, including loss of life, accidents, disability, hospitalization, maternity, and critical illnesses. The company has selected MetLife Bangladesh as its insurance provider due to MetLife’s consistent track record of claims settlement, customized solutions, advanced dashboards, cashless outpatient and ambulance services, and financial strength, which enables it to settle claims faster and without hassle. Established in 2010, Xiaomi Technologies is a global company ope...

Jun202025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Workshop on Youth’s Role in Strengthening Tobacco Control Law

Breaking News, NGO News

A workshop titled “Youth's Role in Public Health Protection and Strengthening the Tobacco Control Law” was held on Thursday (June 19) at the Wazed Miah Science Research Center of Jahangirnagar University (JU), as part of efforts to achieve a tobacco-free Bangladesh. Dr. Md. Sakhawat Hossain, Chairman and Associate Professor of the Department of Public Health and Informatics at JU, delivered the welcome speech at the event. In his special address, Professor A.K.M. Rashidul Islam, Proctor of JU, said, “I have personally suffered an irreparable loss due to tobacco—I lost my father to lung cancer. That is why I want to stand with you (the youth) in this anti-tobacco campaign. First and foremost, as members of the JU Anti-Tobacco Youth Club, you must immediately call upon the university a...

Jun192025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Professional Organizations Demand Immediate Passage of Proposed Amendments to Tobacco Control Law

Breaking News, NGO News

In Bangladesh, approximately 37.8 million adults use tobacco. Every year, more than 161,000 people die prematurely due to tobacco-related diseases. Against this backdrop, leaders from various professional organizations have called for the swift passage of the proposed amendments to the Tobacco Control Act to strengthen it and prevent these premature deaths. On Thursday, June 19, during a seminar titled “Role and Future Actions of Professional Organizations in Strengthening the Tobacco Control Law for Public Health Protection” held at the auditorium of Dhaka Ahsania Mission, this demand was voiced. Leaders and representatives from several professional bodies participated in the event, including the Bangladesh Shop Owners Association, Bangladesh Supermarket Owners Association, Banglade...

Jun182025 by TS ReportNo Comments

TECNO SPARK Go 2 Officially Launched in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology

TECNO’s SPARK series has received wide response from smartphone users. Considering the massive popularity, Global technology brand TECNO has recently brought in SPARK Go 2 in the Bangladesh market for fans and users, promising impressive features within a budget. SPARK Go 2 comes with a 6.67" Hole Screen HD+ display along with 120Hz refresh rate, making every scroll as smooth as possible. Equipped with T7250 processor and Software Gyroscope, the device offers solid performance for those looking for a phone to do multitasking and gaming. Everyday browsing is now easier with this device as it supports GPS, WiFi, BT, FM and OTG connectivity. Running on Android 15Go operating system, this smartphone is facilitated with a side fingerprint sensor, making it all the more convenient to use your...