August 28, 2025 - TheStatement24

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Govt. steps up efforts to tackle hypertension and other NCDs- Speakers at journalists’ workshop

The prevalence of hypertension and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are surging rapidly, posing a severe threat to public health. To tackle this growing challenge, a substantial portion of the health sector's budget should be directed toward combating hypertension. Such demands were made at a workshop for journalists titled "Hypertension Control in Bangladesh: Progress, Challenges and Way Forward", held on 26 August 2025 at the BIP Conference Room in Dhaka. The workshop was organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) with support from Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI). Twenty-six journalists working in print, television and online media participated in the workshop. It was informed at the workshop that 35 ministries and divisions of the gove...

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Roar Global strengthens Meta Business operations in Bangladesh

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Roar Global, a Meta Managed Partner in Bangladesh, is strengthening its presence in the market with expanded services and a continued commitment to supporting the country's digital growth. Roar Global, through its Bangladeshi subsidiary Roar Bangla, has provided businesses with expert Meta advertising solutions and a more localized service experience. This offering is supported by Roar Global's partnership with Meta's APAC team. This ensures clients in Bangladesh receive strategic guidance, platform insights, and official support directly from the source. To further empower local businesses, Roar Global has introduced local billing in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT). This initiative simplifies financial processes for advertisers of all sizes, making Meta advertising more accessible and easier to...

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Xiaomi launches Xiaomi REDMI 15C with the segment’s largest display

Breaking News, Technology

Bangladesh's number one mobile handset brand, Xiaomi, has launched its latest smartphone, Xiaomi REDMI 15C with the tagline "Somoy Ekhon Amar" in Bangladesh featuring 6.9-inch biggest display in this segment and a powerful long lasting 6000mAh battery life for entertainment enthusiast. One of the key highlights of the device is its immersive 6.9-inch Dot Drop Display with up to 120Hz refresh rate, which aims at making the smartphone experience more vibrant and comfortable for Xiaomi fans. The device ensures a smooth and clear visual experience whether users are streaming videos, browsing content, or playing android games. Additionally, the device helps to protect the user's eyes by automatically adjusting the screen brightness according to sunlight or as needed. For using high-quality di...

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SAARC Workshop Stresses Roadmap for Regional Food Fortification and Trade Growth

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The inaugural session of the SAARC regional consultation workshop titled “Fostering Regional Agricultural Trade including Fortified Foods through Harmonized Food Safety Standards in South Asia” was held on 27 August 2025 in Kathmandu, Nepal. The three-day workshop is jointly organized by the SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Government of Nepal, and the UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia. Delegates from six SAARC Member States namely Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are participating in the event. The workshop aims to identify opportunities for regional harmonization of standards for fortified foods to enhance trade and effectively address micronutrient deficiencies in South Asia...