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Over Half a Million Hypertension Patients Receive Free Treatment Under Bangladesh Hypertension Control Initiative

Over Half a Million Hypertension Patients Receive Free Treatment Under Bangladesh Hypertension Control Initiative

Breaking News, NGO News
Under the Bangladesh Hypertension Control Initiative (BHCI), a total of 518,148 patients with high blood pressure have so far received free treatment and medicines from Upazila Health Complexes, with 57 percent achieving controlled blood pressure. In Dhaka Division alone, 113,192 patients are currently under treatment, of whom 58 percent have their blood pressure under control. The information was shared at a divisional coordination meeting held today (Thursday) at the office of the Divisional Director (Health), Dhaka. The meeting discussed the progress and future plans of the Bangladesh Hypertension Control Initiative, implemented under the Non-Communicable Disease Control (NCDC) Program of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), with technical support from the National Hear...
OPPO Announces 100% Win Gifts Offer with Reno14 5G in Bangladesh

OPPO Announces 100% Win Gifts Offer with Reno14 5G in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology
OPPO, a leading global technology brand, has introduced an exciting new offer for Bangladeshi consumers, 100% Guaranteed Win Offer with every purchase of the OPPO Reno14 5G. The campaign, which began on 1st September, ensures that every buyer receives exclusive rewards alongside their new smartphone, making this offer one of the most consumer-friendly initiatives in recent years. Under this offer, each Reno14 5G customer will enjoy a package of gifts and benefits valued at up to BDT 9,388. The rewards include OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro for superior sound, exclusive VIP cards with premium privileges, and the convenience of 0% EMI facilities for up to 12 months. Buyers are also entitled to two years of official warranty, priority service at OPPO service centers, and added protection through a fr...
Govt moves to fully digitize Security Clearance through BIDA OSS

Govt moves to fully digitize Security Clearance through BIDA OSS

Breaking News, National
The process of delivering security clearances for work permits of foreign investors and expatriates will be fully digitized through BIDA’s Online One Stop Service (OSS) portal by mid-September. The decision was announced at a high-level inter-agency meeting chaired by BIDA Executive Chairman Mr. Ashik Chowdhury and joined by Senior Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs Mr. Nasimul Gani on Tuesday. Key decisions reached in the meeting include: • The service delivery processes for security clearance will be fully digitalized through BIDA OSS. • Documentation requirements for security clearance have been rationalized to ensure that the process is in line with the Security Clearance circular issued by the Home Ministry. In cases where an application with all mandatory documents is sub...
Call for Global Unity to Address Climate Crisis: Everyone took the climate protection pledge together

Call for Global Unity to Address Climate Crisis: Everyone took the climate protection pledge together

Breaking News, National
Yesterday, a unique day-long event titled “Biophilia: Reconnecting People, Climate and Culture” took place at a convention center in Dhaka. The event was organized by the Embassy of Switzerland and was a part of the 'Climate Action at Local Level' (CALL) program. Honourable Advisor to the interim government's Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, in her inaugural address stated, “Knowledge-based initiatives and global unity and empathy are crucial to tackling the climate crisis. We have limited time and resources, so we must act together. This crisis isn’t just about survival; it’s also about the security of future generations and the existence of many nations.” A key part of the day was the official launch of the CALL network, a joint initiative b...
Tuned by OpenHouse: A Youth-Led Celebration of Dhaka’s Creative Spirit

Tuned by OpenHouse: A Youth-Led Celebration of Dhaka’s Creative Spirit

Breaking News, Entertainment
OpenHouse Communication is proud to announce its inaugural cultural showcase, “Tuned by OpenHouse,” a youth-led celebration designed to energize Dhaka’s creative landscape with a bold new voice. The event will take place on September 4, 2025, at the Yamaha Flagship Center Auditorium, where an exclusive audience of 200 to 250 curated guests will experience an intimate night of music, laughter, and interactive engagement. Unlike traditional concerts, Tuned is designed as an immersive gathering, combining unplugged acoustic sessions, dynamic stand-up comedy, and interactive brand activations. The evening promises to highlight the diversity and vibrancy of Dhaka’s young urban audiences while offering an experience that goes beyond entertainment and into the realm of cultural innovation. ...
Coca-Cola Launches Innovative ASSP Packaged Coke Zero and Sprite Zero

Coca-Cola Launches Innovative ASSP Packaged Coke Zero and Sprite Zero

Breaking News, Business
After launching Coca-Cola, Sprite, and Fanta in the market in Affordable Small Sparkling Package (ASSP) in 250 ml, Coca-Cola takes another meaningful step in Bangladesh by launching two iconic beverages - Coke Zero and Sprite Zero, in a pack size of 250 ml, in the innovative Affordable Small Sparkling Package (ASSP) format. These ASSP bottles are being manufactured by Coca-Cola bottling partners Coca-Cola Icek (CCI) and are available across the country. Priced accessibly at a special introductory rate of BDT 15, this initiative is designed to provide consumers with access to premium, no-calorie beverage options. The ASSP bottles expansion showcases Coca-Cola Bangladesh’s transformative journey towards building a greener future. Affordable Small Sparkling Package (ASSP) represents the tra...
BRAC Bank appoints Tareq Refat Ullah Khan as Managing Director & CEO

BRAC Bank appoints Tareq Refat Ullah Khan as Managing Director & CEO

Breaking News, Business
The Board of Directors of BRAC Bank has appointed Tareq Refat Ullah Khan as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of the bank, effective from 2 September 2025. Mr. Khan has been serving as MD & CEO (Current Charge) since May 27, 2025. Earlier, in April 2025, he was promoted to Additional Managing Director and Head of Corporate and Institutional Banking in recognition of his leadership in driving innovation, business expansion, and organisational transformation. Meheriar M. Hasan, Chairperson of BRAC Bank, said:“Tareq is the right leader to take BRAC Bank into its next phase. His vision, integrity, and leadership will make the bank more trusted, innovative, and inclusive – positively impacting customers, the banking industry, society, and the state.” ...
Toffee to live stream Asia Cup 2025 for cricket fans across Bangladesh

Toffee to live stream Asia Cup 2025 for cricket fans across Bangladesh

Breaking News, Sports
The T20 format of the Asia Cup 2025 is set to begin on September 09, 2025, in the UAE. For cricket lovers in Bangladesh, Toffee, the country’s leading digital entertainment platform powered by Banglalink, will live-stream all matches of the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, one of Asia’s most celebrated cricket tournaments, on its platform. To be hosted in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, the tournament will have 19 matches in total, running from September 9 to September 28, 2025. Cricket lovers across the country can enjoy every single match live on the Android & iOS Toffee app, on toffeelive.com, and on smart TVs through Android TV, Samsung Tizen, and LG webOS – ensuring they have an outstanding viewing experience anytime, anywhere, either on the big screen of their smart TVs or on the go on their...
Micro-Entrepreneurs at the Heart of Inclusive Growth: Max Foundation Hosts National Dialogue

Micro-Entrepreneurs at the Heart of Inclusive Growth: Max Foundation Hosts National Dialogue

Breaking News, Business
Max Foundation Bangladesh successfully hosted the Entrepreneur-Led Impact: National Workshop and Multistakeholder Dialogue, under the theme “Empowering Entrepreneurs for a Healthier Bangladesh,” on Tuesday at La Vita Hall, Hotel Lakeshore Grand, Dhaka. The day-long event brought together over 120 participants, including policymakers, donor agencies, development partners, government representatives, corporates, and ecosystem enablers, alongside micro-entrepreneurs from Khulna, Patuakhali, and Lalmonirhat. Micro-entrepreneurs are a critical but often under-recognized driver of Bangladesh’s economy. The country has more than 10 million CMSMEs (cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprises), which account for nearly 25% of GDP and employ around 30 million people — the backbone of rural and ...
University of Dhaka Honors Faculty Excellence with Dean’s Awards

University of Dhaka Honors Faculty Excellence with Dean’s Awards

Breaking News, Education
The Faculty of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Dhaka celebrated academic excellence on August 28, presenting Dean's Awards to faculty members who have made remarkable contributions to research in their fields. The ceremony, held at the historic Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Building of the university. Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan, Vice Chancellor of the University of Dhaka, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The ceremony was also attended by distinguished university officials including Dr. Saima Haque Bidisha, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration), Dr. Mamun Ahmed, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education), and Professor Dr. M Zahangir Alam Chowdhury, Treasurer. Among the awardees, Professor Dr. Jobaer Alam received special recognition for his research excellence an...