Month: September 2026

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Humaira Tafshir Sara Wins FameLab Academy Bangladesh 2026 Grand Finale

The British Council has successfully hosted the Grand Finale of FameLab Academy Bangladesh 2026 today at its Fuller Road premises in Dhaka, celebrating the nation's next generation of science communicators.Humaira Tafshir Sara from London School of English emerged as the national champion, while Warda Fatima Khan from Sir John Wilson School and Md. Ziaul Haque Reyan from St Joseph International School secured the First Runner-Up and Second Runner-Up positions, respectively.FameLab Academy is a STEM communication competition for high school students (Classes IX–XII). It challenges participants to explain a complex scientific, engineering or mathematical concept in three minutes on an empty stage, using only hand-carried props and no PowerPoint slides, digital aids or notes. Particip...

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Elf Lubricants Holds Dealer Meet in Dhaka

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Dhaka, September 7, 2026Asian Petroleum Ltd, the local distributor of Elf Lubricants, held its annual dealer meet at The Westin Dhaka on Saturday, bringing together dealers and business partners from across the country, along with company officials and representatives from the principal.The event focused on the role of dealers in expanding Elf's business in Bangladesh, as well as market conditions and the company's plans for the coming period.Kosuke Yoshida, director of Asian Petroleum Ltd, said the company's growth was closely linked to its dealer network. "Our dealers are an integral part of Elf's journey in Bangladesh. Sustainable growth is only possible when we grow together with our partners, understand the market closely and continue creating value for our customers," he ...

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Energypac Recognized at ESG Excellence Awards Bangladesh 2026

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Energypac Fashions Limited has been recognized at the ESG Excellence Awards Bangladesh 2026 in the “Excellence in Green Building & Sustainable Infrastructure” category for its commitment to sustainable infrastructure, resource efficiency, and responsible manufacturing.The awards were jointly organized by Global Compact Network Bangladesh, the Bangladesh network of the United Nations Global Compact, and ESG Institute Bangladesh, a leading platform for ESG and sustainability learning, capacity building, and corporate engagement.The awards gala was held on 5 September 2026 at Lakeshore Hotel, Dhaka, with Honorable Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Abdul Awal Mintoo, as the Chief Guest. Ms. Ayat Rashid, Vice President of Energypac Fashions Limited, received the a...

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Call to Introduce Health Warning Labels on Ultra-Processed Foods Using Lessons from Tobacco Control

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Public health advocates have called for the introduction of effective Front-of-Pack Labelling (FOPL) on packages of ultra-processed foods in Bangladesh, using the experience of providing pictorial health warnings on tobacco product packages. They believe that consumers need to be provided with easy-to-understand information about the presence of excessive sugar, salt, unhealthy fats and other harmful ingredients in ultra-processed foods. Such labelling will help consumers make informed decisions and may play an important role in preventing non-communicable diseases.The issue was discussed at a meeting titled “Learning from Tobacco Control: Introducing FOPL on Ultra-Processed Food in Bangladesh”, held on Sunday (September 6) at 5:30 pm at the BTCA Secretariat meeting room in Shyamoli, D...

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Coco Diapers has introduced Bangladesh’s first ultra-thin and super-soft diapers

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Coco Diapers are crafted with the baby's comfort and delicate skin in mind. A key feature is their exceptional softness, providing the baby with a gentle, comfortable, and soothing feel.Thanks to their ultra-thin design, these diapers allow for comfortable, natural movement without feeling heavy on the baby's body. Every layer of the diaper has been designed with the baby's comfort as a priority.It’s not just us saying it—customers who have used Coco Diapers also report that they are incredibly soft and comfortable. Their slim design ensures the baby’s movement remains unrestricted.So, try them out before you decide. Experience the difference in softness and comfort for yourself. To get a free trial pack, contact: 01404490705-10. Pagelink : www.facebook.com/share/1CcfPEghh9...

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IMCAB Gets New Leadership

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Shahin Chowdhury of the Daily Tripura express and Masum Billah of Daily Jugasankha have been elected president and general secretary respectively of the Indian Media Correspondents Association, Bangladesh (IMCAB).The new executives of IMCAB were elected unopposed on Friaday for the year 2026-2027.The other elected office-bearers are: vice president- Razib Khan (TV9), joint general secretary- Mir Afroz Zaman (United News of India- UNI), treasurer Abu Ali (Amar Asam) and organizing secretary Aminul Haque Bhuiyan (News Vanguard).The executive members of the committee are - Basudeb Dhar (Daily Statesman), Rafiqul Islam Sabuj (Daily Desher Katha), Nirmal Chakraborty (Face News), Zakir Hossain (Daily Sayandan) and Monir Hossain (Tripura Times).

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Architects call for sustainable, human-centric design in Bangladesh’s textile industry

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Architects have called for greater emphasis on sustainable, energy-efficient and worker-friendly design in Bangladesh’s textile and garment factories, saying industrial architecture should go beyond production capacity to ensure workers’ safety, comfort and well-being while improving the long-term performance of factory buildings.They made the remarks at a seminar titled “Architectural Trends in the Textile Industry” held today (Friday) at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre (BCFEC) in Purbachal, Dhaka, as part of the ongoing 25th Textile Series of Exhibitions 2026.The seminar was organised by CEMS-Global and held in collaboration with ARCHICONNECT.Architect Dr Afroze Ahmed, Chairman and Co-founder of ARCHICONNECT, moderated the session. The speakers included Arch...

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Modern productivity demands better screens

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Very few modern jobs involve working on one thing at a time these days. A typical work morning now consists of keeping a spreadsheet open next to a client email, squeezing in a zoom call in the corner and refreshing your inbox every five minutes. Let's also not forget the countless tabs that you keep opened in your browser, half of which you have forgotten why you had opened in the first place. This is what office work looks like now, and most of our older and smaller screens weren't exactly built for all this. A single 24-inch monitor can only do so much. You either have to choose between different windows, or shrink each one until the text is a squint away from unreadable. This constant switching in the middle of work disrupts concentration and makes us lose focus. On the other hand, h...

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Beximco Pharma and NSU partnership in advancing pharmaceutical research

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Beximco Pharmaceuticals PLC and the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of North South University (NSU) have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing pharmaceutical research, innovation and career development through their ongoing academic-industry collaboration.The partnership was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed last year, with the objective of creating opportunities for students to gain practical research experience and contribute to the development of Bangladesh’s pharmaceutical sector. Under the MoU, Beximco Pharma has been providing financial support and access to its world-class research facilities to selected MPharm students of NSU to facilitate their thesis projects on specific research topics.A small ceremony was held yesterday at Beximco Ph...

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UIU Launched 18 New AC Buses to Redefine Student Mobility

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United International University (UIU) inaugurated 18 new AC buses for students on 02 September 2026 (Wednesday) at 11:00 AM at the UIU campus, strengthening its commitment to improving student mobility and supporting a more comfortable university experience.Mr. Hasan Mahmood Raja, Chairman, Board of Trustees, UIU was present as the Chief Guest in the inaugural ceremony. Mr. Moinuddin Hasan Rashid, Chairman and Managing Director of United Group and Joint General Secretary, Board of Trustees, UIU was present as the Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor, UIU presided over the ceremony. Respected members of the UIU Board of Trustees were also present.The university has introduced the AC bus service across six major routes in Dhaka City to help students, particul...