Month: September 2026

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

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

Breaking News, Media

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

Breaking News, Business

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

Breaking News, Feature

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

Breaking News, Business

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

Breaking News, Education

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...

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Banglalink concludes Ethics & Compliance Week 2026

Breaking News, Business

Banglalink, the country’s leading digital operator, in its effort to deliver on its commitment to embedding ethics, integrity, transparency and responsible growth across its operations, observed Ethics & Compliance Week 2026 during the month of August with the slogan “Ethics & Compliance Starts with Us”.Ethics & Compliance Week 2026 reinforced the essential principle the operator follows: Sustainable growth relies not only on what an organization achieves, but on how those goals are accomplished,’ at every operational level.The five-day program drew in leaders, employees, front-line workers, and business partners, as well as a visiting delegation from Banglalink’s parent company, VEON, including Gabriela Gutierrez, Group Head of Ethics & Compliance, Sarwat Salauddin...

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State minister calls for local, foreign investment in cosmetics

Breaking News, Business

State Minister of Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam has called for greater local and foreign investment in Bangladesh's cosmetics, skincare and personal care industry, urging stakeholders to transform the multi-billion-taka sector from an import-dependent market into a major hub for manufacturing, exports and investment.She made the call while inaugurating Cosmética Dhaka 2026: Powerd by Remark Herlan, a three-day exhibition on cosmetics, skincare and personal care products, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Kuril, Dhaka, on Thursday.Speaking as the chief guest at the opening ceremony, Shama Obaid said Bangladesh could leverage the production capacity, compliance infrastructure, skilled workforce and global buyer relationships developed through its apparel ...

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Shimanto Bank Inks MoU with Dhaka South City Corporation

Breaking News, Business

Shimanto Bank PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) at the Nagar Bhaban recently. Under this MoU, residents and business owners under the Dhaka South City Corporation will be able to conveniently pay their holding taxes, trade license fees, and other municipal charges through Shimanto Bank PLC.Mr. Md. Nurul Azim, Managing Director & CEO, Shimanto Bank PLC and Mr. Md. Khaybar Rahman, Chief Executive Officer, Dhaka South City Corporation, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective organizations in presence of Valiant freedom fighter Mr. Md. Abdus Salam, Administrator, Dhaka South City Corporation. Mr. Md. Sahidul Islam, Head of Business, Shimanto Bank PLC, Mr. Jonayed Kabir Sohag, Chief Revenue Officer, Dhaka South City Corporat...

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Bangladesh Travel Mart 2026 begins Thursday in Dhaka

Breaking News, Travel

The three-day Bangladesh Travel Mart (BTM) 2026, a new international travel trade platform aimed at connecting Bangladesh's tourism industry with global markets, will begin at InterContinental Dhaka on Thursday, September 3. The Bangladesh Outbound Tour Operators Association (BOTOA) announced the details of the event at a press conference held at InterContinental Dhaka on Monday. BOTOA President Syed Golam Mohammad, General Secretary Md Shariful Islam Sharif, Travel Mart Chief Coordinator Mohsin Iqbal and other officials briefed journalists on the preparations, objectives and key features of the event. Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat, MP, is scheduled to inaugurate the travel mart as the chief guest.The organisers told the press conference that preparatio...