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Galaxy Bangladesh Founder & Chairman Taufiq Uddin Ahmed Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Taufiq Uddin Ahmed, Founder and Chairman of Galaxy Bangladesh, has been honored with the ” Lifetime Achievement Award” at the “Share Trip-Monitor Airline of the Year 2024” for his remarkable contributions to the development of Bangladesh’s travel and tourism industry spanning over five decades. The award, the country’s only aviation & travel industry-focused recognition, was presented at a ceremony held at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka, where the Jury Committee lauded his “visionary leadership and pioneering role in transforming the travel sector in Bangladesh.” Mr. Taufiq Uddin Ahmed embarked on his remarkable journey in 1972, establishing Galaxy Travel International at a time when Bangladesh’s travel sector was at its infancy. Operating from a modest office in Dhaka’...

Jul72025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Adil Chowdhury is the Managing Director of National Bank

Breaking News, Business

Mr. Adil Chowdhury has joined as the Managing Director of National Bank PLC on Monday, July 7, 2025. With over 25 years of experience across both domestic and international banking institutions, Mr. Chowdhury brings a proven track record of leadership, transformation, and a strong sense of purpose to his new role. His appointment marks a pivotal moment for NBPLC, the country's first private sector bank fully owned by Bangladeshi nationals, as it seeks to restore its financial stability and regain public trust. Widely respected in the local banking community, Mr. Chowdhury is known for his focus on sustainable business growth, strong ethical standards, and employee development. He believes in cultivating a culture of work-life balance and accountability, rewarding dedication and performa...

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Hasnat Abdul Hye honoured with ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’

Breaking News, Literature

Hasnat Abdul Hye, Aminul Islam Bhuiyan, Dhruba Esh and Umme Farhana have won the BRAC Bank-Samakal Literary Award for books published in the year 2023. BRAC Bank and Daily Samakal have recognised writers and litterateurs for 13 years, inspiring them to enrich Bangla literature with their creative and intellectual works. BRAC Bank and Daily Samakal introduced the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ to recognise a veteran author who contributed significantly to Bangla literature. This year, veteran writer and novelist Hasnat Abdul Hye was honoured with ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ for his lifelong contribution to Bangla literature. Aminul Islam Bhuiyan won the award for his book titled ’Plato Probeshika’ in essay, autobiography, travel story and translation category, Dhruba Esh won the awa...

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First quarter of 2025, Guardian settled claims worth BDT 129 crore

Breaking News, Business

Guardian Life Insurance Limited continues to solidify its leadership in Bangladesh's insurance industry with strong performance in claim settlement and innovative distribution strategies. In 2024, Guardian settled insurance claims worth BDT 439 crore. Continuing this momentum, in the first quarter of 2025, Guardian settled claims worth BDT 129 crore, reflecting a 34% growth compared to the same period in the previous year. Demonstrating its operational efficiency and customer-first approach, 95% of all claims are now settled within just three working days, with initiatives underway to reduce this even further. Guardian's insurance coverage now protects over 1.26 crore people, including employees from more than 500 local and multinational organizations. The company distributes its insura...

Jul62025 by Special CorrespondentNo Comments

Smart ways to store and keep your food fresh

Breaking News, Feature

As the temperature fluctuates – heat, humidity, and rain – across Bangladesh, preserving food freshness has become a growing concern for most households. Such fluctuations can quicken food spoilage and increase the risk of bacterial contamination. After celebrations like Eid-ul-Adha, when families have stored a huge amount of meat and cooked meals, the importance of adequate refrigeration cannot be exaggerated enough. The most effective way you or your family can maintain the quality of food during summer in Bangladesh is by using innovative refrigerators that are equipped with advanced features. These modern refrigerators go beyond cooling and keep food fresh longer. For instance, some refrigerator models from Samsung come with the All-Round Cooling feature, which ensures that your fo...

Jul52025 by TS ReportNo Comments

OPPO Announces Mid Year Deals with Up to BDT 2,000 Price Drop

Breaking News, Technology

OPPO, a leading global technology brand renowned for its innovative smartphones, has announced exciting mid-year price drops across its popular A-series lineup in Bangladesh. The OPPO A5 Pro (8GB+256GB) is now available at BDT 24,990, reduced from BDT 26,990; the OPPO A3 (6GB+128GB) is now just BDT 18,990, down from BDT 19,990; and the OPPO A3x (4GB+64GB) is now priced at BDT 12,990, previously BDT 13,990. These offers make OPPO’s signature blend of performance, durability, and design more accessible than ever for users across Bangladesh. For those seeking a smartphone that combines raw power and rugged design, the OPPO A5 Pro stands out. Built to endure tough environments, it features IP69 Water and Dust Resistance, Military-Grade Shock Resistance, and an enhanced All-Round AI Camera S...

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Environment Advisor Calls for Muslim World’s Leadership in Achieving zero poverty, zero unemployment and zero net carbon emissions

Breaking News, National

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and Water Resources, has called for sincere practice of social responsibility to achieve the Three Zeros—zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero net carbon emissions—rather than just verbal commitment. Advisor Rizwana addressed leaders from across the Muslim world on the urgent need to tackle poverty, joblessness, and environmental degradation through genuine social business models. Environment Advisor said this while speaking as the chief guest at the International Social Business Summit (ISBS) 2025: NGO Leadership for the Three Zeros in the Muslim World, held at Hotel Bengal Blueberry in Gulshan, Dhaka, “What we need most is not just uttering values, but practicing them,” she said, emphasizing ...

Jul52025 by Special CorrespondentNo Comments

Happy 4th Anniversary

Breaking News, Uncategorized

Dear Readers, On this special day, as The Statement24 proudly celebrates its 4th anniversary, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you—our valued readers, who have been with us every step of the way. Since our humble beginnings in 2021, our mission has been clear: to deliver accurate, insightful, and timely news that empowers, informs, and inspires. Over the past four years, we’ve grown not only in reach but in purpose—amplifying voices, uncovering truths, and embracing the ever-evolving digital media landscape with integrity. Your unwavering support, trust, and engagement have been the driving force behind our journey. Every click, share, and comment reaffirms our commitment to responsible journalism. As we step into our fifth year, we promise to continue striving for excellence—deepe...

Jul42025 by Special CorrespondentNo Comments

Southeast University Hosts International Summit on Three Zero Policy

Breaking News, Education

The School of Business at Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with the CSCA, SBIF, SEUDC hosted a day-long "International Summit on Three Zeroes Policy" at Southeast University Campus on Monday, June 30, 2025. The event commenced with opening remarks from Prof. Dr. Mofazzal Hossain, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University. The first session featured Mr. Ashraful Hasan, Chairman of Grameen Group, as Chief Guest, who shared his experiences building Grameen Bank projects. The session was chaired by Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam. The summit brought together a distinguished speakers consisting of policymakers, academics, industry experts, diplomats, and youth leaders from 6 countries around the globe. The event was dedicated to fostering dialogue for Policy ...

Jul42025 by Special CorrespondentNo Comments

MOU Between the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Bangladesh and the World Ethnosports Union

Breaking News, Sports

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today, 4 July 2025, between the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Bangladesh and the World Ethnosports Union (WEU) to promote traditional sports and cultural cooperation. The MoU signing ceremony was held at the headquarters of the World Ethnosports Union in Istanbul, Türkiye. The agreement was signed by Honorable Youth and Sports Adviser of Bangladesh, Mr. Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain and President of the World Ethnosports Union, Mr. Necmeddin Bilal Erdoğan. Prior to the signing, the two leaders held a close bilateral meeting where they discussed the importance of traditional games in enriching civilizations and cultures and affirmed mutual cooperation in promoting indigenous sports. During the discussion, Mr. Bilal Erdoğan emphasized the v...