August 3, 2026 - TheStatement24

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Department of Cooperatives Committed to Ensuring a Tobacco-Free Environment

The Department of Cooperatives is committed to ensuring a tobacco-free environment to protect public health and safeguard non-smokers from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke. To achieve this goal, the Department will undertake continuous initiatives to sensitize officials and staff on the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act, 2005 (Amended 2026), ensure tobacco-free environments across all its offices, and strengthen collaboration with relevant stakeholders, said Md. Selim Fakir, Registrar and Director General (Additional Secretary) of the Department of Cooperatives. He made these remarks as the Chief Guest at an exchange meeting titled "Ensuring Tobacco-Free Environments in All Offices of the Department of Cooperatives," jointly organized by the Department of Cooperati...

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Bangladesh University Hosts Seminar on Artificial Intelligence in Academic Research

Breaking News, Education

A seminar titled “Artificial Intelligence in Academic Research: Emerging Trends, Research Methodology, and Practical Applications” was held today at the seminar hall of Bangladesh University (BU). The event, aimed at exploring the transformative role of AI in modern education, was organized by the university's Department of Business Administration. Prof. Dr. Md. Jahangir Alam, Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh University, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Brig. Gen. Md. Mahbubul Haque (Retd.), Registrar of BU, and Prof. Dr. Md. Tajul Islam, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, were present as Special Guests. The session was chaired by Prof. Dr. Gazi Md. Abu Isa Nur, Head of the Department of Business Administration. Dr. Mansura Nusrat, Assistant Professor of the Depart...

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DMTCL signs deal with Carcopolo to introduce GPS-based fleet tracking system

Breaking News, Business

The operator of Dhaka Metro Rail Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL)and the digital mobility platform of Bangla Trac GroupCarcopolo signed an agreement today for the implementation of Vehicle Telematics System (VTS). The signing ceremony was held today at the DMTCL Head Office.Mohammed Nazrul Islam Director (Operation and Maintenance)of Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) and M. Tanvir Siddique, Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Thane Systems of Carcopolosigned the agreement. Under the agreement, Carcopolo will deploy advancedVTS along with comprehensive fleet management services to support DMTCL's official fleet operations. The solution will enable real-time vehicle tracking, route monitoring, trip history, driver behavior analysis, and centralized fleet management, helping...

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BRAC Bank’s CORPnet records highest-ever monthly transaction volume

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BRAC Bank's corporate internet banking platform, CORPnet, recorded its highest-ever monthly transaction volume in June 2026, processing nearly BDT 30,000 crore as businesses increasingly embraced digital transaction banking. Building on its record monthly performance, CORPnet processed more than BDT 143,000 crore in transactions during the first six months of 2026. This was 40% higher than the BDT 102,000 crore processed during the same period last year. The growth reflects the accelerating digitalisation of corporate banking in Bangladesh. During the first half of 2026, digital channels accounted for 80% of BRAC Bank's corporate transactions, up from 74% a year earlier. The platform also continued to attract more business users. The number of corporate client groups using CORPnet...

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What to expect from the anticipated Galaxy A27 5G

Breaking News, Technology

Tech enthusiasts and mobile users across Bangladesh are eagerly waiting for the new Samsung Galaxy A27 5G, which is expected to arrive in early August. It is designed to bring high-end capabilities into an accessible package, this upcoming device builds heavily on feature-driven performance. This device is perfect for students, social media users, and budget-conscious consumers. An immersive screen built for entertainment At the heart of the Galaxy A27 5G is a vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display designed to give you more screen space with fewer distractions. Thanks to its 120 Hz refresh rate, scrolling through social media, binge-watching your favorite drama series, or jumping into fast-paced games feels exciting and delay-free over 5G. Samsung has also refined the front display wit...