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Sep232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Human Chain Demands State Action Against Child Disappearances, Trafficking

Breaking News, NGO News

Expressing profound alarm over the surge in child disappearances and child trafficking across Bangladesh, a human chain demonstration was held today demanding the immediate, safe rescue of missing children and robust state action to ensure child safety. The demonstration was organized jointly by Ograjatra Nari Forum and allied rights groups in front of Tokyo Square in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, at 5:00 PM. The program was presided over by Zakia Shishir, Convener of Ograjatra Nari Forum. Key speakers included Aminul Islam Bakul, Chief Executive of Earth Development Foundation; Mehnaz Mala, Member Secretary of Ograjatra Nari Forum; Faisal Ahmed, Editor of River Bangla; Nazrana Shabnam, Vice President of Nari Kantha; Shakila Parvin, Chief Executive of Seemanta; Zakia Jahan, Chief Executive of BRAVE...

Sep232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank finances Eskayef to expand insulin production in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has extended financing support to Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd., also known as SK+F, to expand its insulin production capacity, supporting greater availability of this essential medicine in Bangladesh and international markets.One of Bangladesh’s leading pharmaceutical companies, Eskayef has been manufacturing insulin through its long-standing partnership with Danish multinational pharmaceutical company, Novo Nordisk, the world’s leading insulin producer. The partnership has enabled Eskayef to produce insulin in both vial and Penfill formats, helping ensure access to quality insulin for patients living with diabetes.As part of its latest expansion, Eskayef is establishing a third insulin vial production line to significantly enhance its production capacity and meet growing...

Sep232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

TECNO Unveils SPARK 50c with IP68/IP69 Protection and Smart AI Features

Breaking News, Technology

TECNO, the innovative AI-powered technology brand, has officially launched the TECNO SPARK 50c in Bangladesh, bringing together enhanced durability, smooth performance, reliable battery life, immersive entertainment features, and intelligent AI capabilities for everyday smartphone users.Designed to offer a dependable smartphone experience, the TECNO SPARK 50c features a 6.78-inch 120Hz Smooth Display, delivering fluid scrolling and a responsive viewing experience for social media, videos, gaming, and daily use. The device is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 processor, supporting smooth multitasking and everyday performance.Durability is one of the key highlights of the SPARK 50C. The phone comes with IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance, helping protect the device from dust and...

Sep222026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Meeting Held to Ensure 100% Tobacco-Free Govt Offices in Chattogram

Breaking News, NGO News

A discussion meeting was held to ensure a 100% tobacco free environment at the office of the Divisional Commissioner, all Deputy Commissioners’ offices and other government offices across Chattogram Division. The meeting titled “Measures to Ensure a 100% Tobacco-Free Environment in the Chattogram Divisional Commissioner’s Office, District Commissioner’s Offices and Government Offices under the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Act 2026” was organized by National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh (NHFB) at the conference room of Chattogram Circuit House on Monday. Dr. Md. Ziauddin, Divisional Commissioner of Chattogram, chaired the meeting. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of all 11 districts of the division, along with heads of various divisional-level government offices. Rep...

Sep222026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Toffee to livestream FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026

Breaking News, Sports

Toffee, the country's leading OTT platform, will livestream every match of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, with Bangladesh among the teams competing in the tournament. The tournament is set to begin on September 24 and will feature 14 teams. Football fans across the country can watch all matches through a full‑tournament pass priced at Tk129. Fans can grab the same full-tournament pass for just Tk99 under Toffee's early-bird offer, available until midnight 11:59 PM on September 23. A single pass will allow users to watch the entire tournament on up to three devices through any mobile network or Wi-Fi connection. As a telco-agnostic platform, Toffee is accessible to customers of any mobile operator. Sharing the vision behind the initiative, Modasser Ahmed, Head of Toffee at Banglalink, said, "...

Sep212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Shimanto Bank signed aparticipatory agreement with Bangladesh Bank for CMSME Working Capital Refinance Scheme

Breaking News, Business

Shimanto Bank has recently signed a participatory agreementwith Bangladesh Bank to facilitate financing at a concessional interest rate and on simplified terms under the BDT 5,000 crore CMSME Working Capital Refinance Fund. The fund has been established under the BDT 60,000 crore stimulus package announced by Bangladesh Bank to ensure adequate working capital financing for the CMSME sector, strengthen the productive capacity of viable enterprises, and accelerate economic activity through increased production, business operations, and employment generation. Under this fund, operational CMSMEs struggling to run at full capacity due to a working capital crunch will receive financing facilities at a concessionary interest rate of just 9% p.a.Md. Zabdul Islam, Director (SMESPD), Bangladesh ...

Sep202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

MetLife Launches Health Insurance

Breaking News, Business

MetLife Bangladesh has launched the MetLife Health Savings Plan (MHSP), a first-of-its-kind solution in Bangladesh's life insurance industry that combines protection against major illnesses, health-focused savings accumulation, and convenient access to healthcare funds in a single plan.The launch comes at a time when healthcare costs are becoming an increasingly important financial concern for Bangladeshi families, while insurance penetration in Bangladesh remains significantly below global averages, highlighting the need for innovative solutions that promote financial preparedness and protection.Designed to help customers prepare financially for future healthcare needs, the MetLife Health Savings Plan goes beyond traditional health protection by enabling policyholders to build a d...

Sep202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU Makes History at SUAS 2026: World # 4

Breaking News, Education

The historic achievement for Bangladesh. The Aerial Robotics Team (UART) of United International University (UIU) secured 4th place in the World at the Student Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS) 2026 Competition in Oklahoma, USA. Participating in the prestigious international event for the first time, UIU’s UART achieved this remarkable success, marking a historic and proud moment for Bangladesh. The final round of the competition was held from September 14 - 17, 2026 at Skyway Range in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA.The four-day competition brought together leading teams from renowned universities and higher education institutions from around the world. Despite challenging weather conditions, including high wind speeds and temperature-related difficulties, UIU’s UART demonstrated its innovative tec...

Sep202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

46 Years of Growing a Greener Future

Breaking News, Feature

As Bangladesh continues to confront the growing impacts of climate change such as cyclones, floods and heatwaves, the need for large-scale tree plantation and biodiversity conservation has never been more critical. For the past 46 years, Bonayan, one of the country's largest private sector-supported sapling distribution initiatives, has remained committed to restoring ecosystems, expanding green cover and contributing to create a more climate-resilient Bangladesh.Established in 1980, Bonayan has distributed more than 130 million fruit-bearing, timber and medicinal saplings free of charge across Bangladesh over the past four and a half decades. Building on this legacy, the programme plans to distribute 5 million saplings nationwide this year, supporting efforts to increase the country’s...

Sep192026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Youth Urge Rapid Formulation of FOPL Regulations

Breaking News, NGO News

Students from eight universities in Bangladesh have called for the swift formulation and implementation of Front-of-Pack Labelling (FOPL) regulations on packaged foods to provide consumers with easy to understand information about excessive sugar, salt and unhealthy fats, ensure consumers’ right to know, and contribute to the prevention of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).The call was made at the day-long “Youth Voice for Front-of-Pack Labelling Debate Festival 2026,” jointly organized by the Health and Nutrition Sector of Dhaka Ahsania Mission and the Dhaka University Debating Society on 19 September 2026 Saturday at the auditorium of the Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka.Students from Jahangirnagar University, Jagannath University, Bangladesh University of Professi...