December 15, 2025 - TheStatement24

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Interference in the Amendment Process of the Tobacco Control Law

Bangladesh Tobacco Control Advocates (BTCA) strongly believes that any direct or indirect interference by tobacco companies in the process of amending the Tobacco Control Law is unacceptable. In a press release sent to the media on Monday (15 December), BTCA stated that a recent joint statement issued by several multinational tobacco companies clearly proves their attempt to influence laws formulated to protect public health, an action that is wholly unacceptable. BTCA further emphasized that tobacco companies can never be considered stakeholders in tobacco control legislation, as the commercial interests of the tobacco industry are fundamentally and irreconcilably opposed to public health interests. As a State Party to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Con...

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Astronaut Camp on Space and Robotics Held for Students at Aga Khan Academy Dhaka

Breaking News, Education

With the aim of fostering students’ interest in space science and modern technology and providing hands-on learning experiences, an Astronaut Camp was held today at Aga Khan Academy Dhaka. Organized by Space Innovation Camp, the program offered students practical exposure to space research, satellite technology, and space robotics. The event featured an interactive session on the Apollo Moon Mission, where students learned about the history, objectives, and scientific significance of humanity’s first journey to the Moon. In addition, a CanSat session was conducted, introducing students to the structure, working process, and real-world applications of small-scale satellites. The program also included a Space Robotics Workshop, allowing students to gain hands-on experience with fundame...

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Government to Take Initiative to Strengthen Coordination in Routine Vaccination through Inter-Ministerial Data Interoperability

Breaking News, National

To make Bangladesh’s routine immunization system more effective and sustainable, the Government has taken an initiative to implement an integrated and interoperable inter-ministerial data exchange platform. To operationalize this effort, the Government announced the formation of a Strategic Committee comprising representatives from the relevant ministries and departments, alongside a Technical Committee composed of technical experts. The Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) vaccine delivery system will be used as the initial use case, and the challenges and results emerging from its implementation will be leveraged as the foundation for building a national interoperability framework. The announcement was made today at a high-level policy meeting held in Dhaka by Shish Haider Chowdhu...

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RAK Ceramics Bangladesh Renews Mehedi Hasan Miraz as Brand Ambassador for 2026-2027

Breaking News, Feature

RAK Ceramics Bangladesh, a globally recognized leader in ceramic and gres porcelain wall tiles, floor tiles, countertops, and sanitaryware, has announced the renewal of Mehedi Hasan Miraz, Captain of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team (ODI format), as its Brand Ambassador for 2026-2027. Mehedi Hasan Miraz has been associated with RAK Ceramics since 2021, and over the years has become a powerful symbol of the brand's values-performance, consistency, and leadership. His on-field excellence and calm leadership resonate strongly with RAK Ceramics' commitment to delivering durable, innovative, and aesthetically refined lifestyle solutions for modern homes across Bangladesh. The official signing ceremony and press conference were held on 15 December 2025 at the Shofiqul Kabir Auditorium,...

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foodpanda launches ‘Pau-Pau Plushie Challenge’ campaign

Breaking News, Business

The country’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform, foodpanda, has announced the launch of its exclusive ‘Pau-Pau Plushie’ campaign, offering customers the opportunity to win a limited-edition Pau-Pau plushie by completing 10 successful food delivery orders. The campaign will run from December 15 to December 28, 2025, and is open to all foodpanda customers in Dhaka. To qualify, customers must place 10 food delivery orders, each with a minimum order value of Tk. 600, within the campaign period. A total of 500 limited-edition Pau-Pau plushies will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Each eligible customer can win one plushie only during the campaign. Following the successful completion of the campaign on December 28, foodpanda will arrange to send the Pau-Pa...