Month: September 2026

Sep112026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

25 caregivers trained on victim support services and management in Gazipur

International Justice Mission (IJM), Bangladesh in collaboration with the Department of Social Services (DSS) organized a three-day training on ‘victim support services and management’ for 25 caregivers of the Child Development Centre (Girls) at Konabari in Gazipur district which concluded on Thursday.The training was organized for caregivers as they know more about Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), can identify CSEC victims and provide better services. It was organized under a strategic partnership signed between IJM Bangladesh and the DSS.Md. Kamruzzaman, Director (Institution) of DSS attended the closing ceremony as the Chief Guest. Mohammad Borhan Uddin, Assistant Director, (Training and Rehabilitation Centre for Destitute Children, Konabari, Gazipur) presided ...

Sep102026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Stronger Regional Cooperation Needed in South Asia to Combat Wildlife Crime: Environment Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo

Breaking News, National

Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo, MP, has said that stronger regional cooperation is essential to combat wildlife crime in South Asia. He emphasized the need to strengthen regional intelligence-sharing, coordinated law enforcement, and joint operations to address the growing transnational and organized wildlife crime in the region.He made the remarks on 10 September, Thursday, while speaking at the first General Assembly of the South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN), held in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.The Minister said that wildlife and ecosystems do not recognize political borders. Criminal networks are conducting transnational wildlife trafficking by exploiting borders, transportation...

Sep102026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

25 Million People Exposed to Secondhand Smoke on Public Transport: Call for 100% Tobacco-Free Public Transportation

Breaking News, NGO News

Stakeholders have called for making all public transport in Bangladesh 100 percent tobacco- and smoke-free to protect passengers and transport workers from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke.They also urged authorities to ensure the display of legally mandated “No Tobacco Use and No Smoking” signs and warning notices on public transport and at all offices of the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA), while taking stronger measures to enforce existing tobacco control laws.The call was made at a meeting titled “Way Forward to Ensure Tobacco-Free Public Transport,” jointly organized by Dhaka Ahsania Mission and the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) at the BRTA conference room in Banani, Dhaka, on Wednesday afternoon (9 September 2026).BRTA Chairman Mohammad Habi...

Sep92026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Rajib Moni Das Directs Advertisement for Sonali Exchange Co. Inc. in the United States

Breaking News, Entertainment

Popular playwright and filmmaker Rajib Moni Das has recently directed a commercial advertisement for Sonali Exchange Co. Inc. in the United States.The advertisement features acclaimed actress Afsan Ara Bindu, along with Mohammad Mohsin Kabir, President & CEO of Sonali Exchange Co. Inc., USA, Abu Musa Masum, and others.Sonali Exchange Co. Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sonali Bank PLC, Bangladesh’s largest state-owned commercial bank. For the past 32 years, Sonali Exchange has been providing remittance services to Bangladeshi expatriates and remittance workers residing across various states in the United States.Through the SECI mobile application, customers can currently send money to Bangladesh from nine U.S. states at any time, day or night, with no transfer fee and ...

Sep82026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

MH Global to work with 700 universities to ensure higher education

Breaking News, Education

Captain A.K.M. Golam Kibria, Founder of the Dr. Mostafa Hazera Foundation and Chairman of MH Global Group, has announced a plan to work in phases with 700 top universities worldwide. He presented this plan before leading figures in the global education sector at the PIEoneer Awards 2026, recently held at the historic Guildhall in London.Vice-chancellors, researchers, academicians, and innovators from universities of various countries were present at the event. There, Captain Kibria presented his 'Five Zeros Global Philosophy' and outlined a civilization centered on human equality and development for the next 100 years.Addressing the academicians present, he posed a question: "A hundred years from now, will people stand in a museum, look at pictures of today's poverty and humanitari...

Sep82026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Fast Charging and Reverse Charging Capability in Smartphones: realme C100x Leads the Way

Breaking News, Business

Smartphones today are no longer just tools for communication; they have become essential companions for studying, working, entertainment, gaming, and countless daily needs. As a result, alongside strong battery backup, the ability to charge quickly has become increasingly important to users during extended smartphone use. A fast charge during busy hours brings much-needed relief, while reverse charging support makes it possible to charge another device whenever necessary. Keeping such user needs in mind, realme has equipped its new C-series smartphone, the C100x, with 45W fast charging and reverse charging support.Alongside fast charging, the device also places strong emphasis on long-lasting battery backup. The C100x comes with a massive 8,000mAh Titan Battery. On a single full charge...

Sep72026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Humaira Tafshir Sara Wins FameLab Academy Bangladesh 2026 Grand Finale

Breaking News, Feature

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...

Sep72026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Elf Lubricants Holds Dealer Meet in Dhaka

Breaking News, Business

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 ...

Sep62026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Energypac Recognized at ESG Excellence Awards Bangladesh 2026

Breaking News, Business

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...

Sep62026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

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

Breaking News, NGO News

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...