TS Report, Author at TheStatement24

Dec172025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Call to End Smoking Scenes in Dramas

Despite being prohibited by law, smoking scenes continue to appear prominently in Bangladeshi dramas. In some productions, a 40-minute drama contains more than 80 smoking scenes, representing both a blatant violation of country law and a serious distortion of cultural values in entertainment media. Directors, producers, and artists, whether intentionally or not, are leading adolescents and young viewers toward smoking, which is alarming for families, society, and the nation. On 17 December (Wednesday), the Madok Drabo O Nesha Nirodh Sangstha (MANAS) issued a press release calling for the stop of smoking depictions in dramas and the strict enforcement of the Tobacco Control Law. The release highlighted that although showing smoking in dramas is prohibited by law, violations continue unab...

Dec172025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Infinix Wraps Up 2025 with Strong Demand for Youth-Focused Smartphones

Breaking News, Technology

As 2025 comes to a close, Bangladesh’s smartphone market reflects a year shaped by shifting youth behavior, stronger demand for officially manufactured devices, and deeper reliance on mobile technology in everyday life. Retailers and industry observers say that throughout the year, performance stability, gaming capability, battery reliability, and practical design emerged as the key drivers behind smartphone success, overtaking headline specifications as the primary purchase factors. Across campuses, workplaces, and gaming communities, smartphones continued to serve as essential tools for education, digital payments, entertainment, and content creation. This expanded role influenced buying decisions, particularly among young users who prioritised devices capable of handling long hour...

Dec162025 by TS ReportNo Comments

British Council honours alumni at Study UK Alumni Awards 2026 in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Education

The British Council recently hosted the fourth edition of the prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards 2026 in Bangladesh, held at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel, Dhaka. Recently held on the awards recognised the remarkable work and achievements of alumni of UK higher education institutions across various sectors. Bangladesh is among the select countries hosting a national-level Study UK Alumni Awards ceremony, a testament to the significant impact UK alumni have in the region. This year’s awards were attended by Dr S M A Faiz, Chairman of the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, as Chief Guest, along with James Goldman, Deputy High Commissioner and Development Director, representatives from UK universities, business leaders, and key influencers from diverse industries. The evening ...

Dec162025 by TS ReportNo Comments

HONOR Launches Bijoy offer with Up-To 20K Cashback

Breaking News, Technology

HONOR Bangladesh recently rolled out ‘Bijoy’ offer with an enticing cashback ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 Tk. on its popular 400 Series smartphones. The cashback offer is applicable to two models in the 400 Series, the HONOR 400 5G and HONOR 400 Pro 5G, giving customers the opportunity to own an HONOR smartphone with added savings. The current price of these two smartphones are –59,999 Tk. and 79,999 Tk. Availing the cashback is simple and convenient. After purchasing an HONOR 400 Series phone, customers need to send the new device’s IMEI number via SMS from the handset. Cashback details will then be shared through a return message. For added convenience, HONOR’s Cash-EMI program, ‘Sohoj Kistite Shokher HONOR’, allows customers to purchase their preferred HONOR smartphones throug...

Dec162025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Victory Day and the Pride of Youth

Breaking News, Opinion

Professor Dr. ArupRatan Choudhury Bangladesh has completed 54 glorious years since its victory in 1971. For centuries, the people of this golden land endured exploitation from the British rulers to the oppressive Pakistani regime. The greed of the East India Company, the political deprivation, and the brutal repression by West Pakistan are all written in the pages of history. Yet history also proves that those who misuse power and rule unjustly inevitably face downfall. The human desire for freedom is eternal; that truth found its supreme expression in the Liberation War of Bangladesh. The Pakistani rulers never imagined that their collapse was inevitable. But the heroic sons of this soil fought with unmatched courage against a fully armed occupying force, ultimately securing a hist...

Dec152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Interference in the Amendment Process of the Tobacco Control Law

Breaking News, NGO News

Bangladesh Tobacco Control Advocates (BTCA) strongly believes that any direct or indirect interference by tobacco companies in the process of amending the Tobacco Control Law is unacceptable. In a press release sent to the media on Monday (15 December), BTCA stated that a recent joint statement issued by several multinational tobacco companies clearly proves their attempt to influence laws formulated to protect public health, an action that is wholly unacceptable. BTCA further emphasized that tobacco companies can never be considered stakeholders in tobacco control legislation, as the commercial interests of the tobacco industry are fundamentally and irreconcilably opposed to public health interests. As a State Party to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Con...

Dec152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Astronaut Camp on Space and Robotics Held for Students at Aga Khan Academy Dhaka

Breaking News, Education

With the aim of fostering students’ interest in space science and modern technology and providing hands-on learning experiences, an Astronaut Camp was held today at Aga Khan Academy Dhaka. Organized by Space Innovation Camp, the program offered students practical exposure to space research, satellite technology, and space robotics. The event featured an interactive session on the Apollo Moon Mission, where students learned about the history, objectives, and scientific significance of humanity’s first journey to the Moon. In addition, a CanSat session was conducted, introducing students to the structure, working process, and real-world applications of small-scale satellites. The program also included a Space Robotics Workshop, allowing students to gain hands-on experience with fundame...

Dec152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Government to Take Initiative to Strengthen Coordination in Routine Vaccination through Inter-Ministerial Data Interoperability

Breaking News, National

To make Bangladesh’s routine immunization system more effective and sustainable, the Government has taken an initiative to implement an integrated and interoperable inter-ministerial data exchange platform. To operationalize this effort, the Government announced the formation of a Strategic Committee comprising representatives from the relevant ministries and departments, alongside a Technical Committee composed of technical experts. The Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) vaccine delivery system will be used as the initial use case, and the challenges and results emerging from its implementation will be leveraged as the foundation for building a national interoperability framework. The announcement was made today at a high-level policy meeting held in Dhaka by Shish Haider Chowdhu...

Dec152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

RAK Ceramics Bangladesh Renews Mehedi Hasan Miraz as Brand Ambassador for 2026-2027

Breaking News, Feature

RAK Ceramics Bangladesh, a globally recognized leader in ceramic and gres porcelain wall tiles, floor tiles, countertops, and sanitaryware, has announced the renewal of Mehedi Hasan Miraz, Captain of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team (ODI format), as its Brand Ambassador for 2026-2027. Mehedi Hasan Miraz has been associated with RAK Ceramics since 2021, and over the years has become a powerful symbol of the brand's values-performance, consistency, and leadership. His on-field excellence and calm leadership resonate strongly with RAK Ceramics' commitment to delivering durable, innovative, and aesthetically refined lifestyle solutions for modern homes across Bangladesh. The official signing ceremony and press conference were held on 15 December 2025 at the Shofiqul Kabir Auditorium,...

Dec152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

foodpanda launches ‘Pau-Pau Plushie Challenge’ campaign

Breaking News, Business

The country’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform, foodpanda, has announced the launch of its exclusive ‘Pau-Pau Plushie’ campaign, offering customers the opportunity to win a limited-edition Pau-Pau plushie by completing 10 successful food delivery orders. The campaign will run from December 15 to December 28, 2025, and is open to all foodpanda customers in Dhaka. To qualify, customers must place 10 food delivery orders, each with a minimum order value of Tk. 600, within the campaign period. A total of 500 limited-edition Pau-Pau plushies will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Each eligible customer can win one plushie only during the campaign. Following the successful completion of the campaign on December 28, foodpanda will arrange to send the Pau-Pa...