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Jun142026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Zannatul Tumpa Makes Her Directorial Debut with ‘OMANUSH’ in the United States

Breaking News, Entertainment

For the first time in her career, Zannatul Tumpa has stepped into theatre direction with the stage production ‘OMANUSH’. The play was staged on June 14, 2026, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA, at 9 Bayard St, with two performances held at 3:30 PM and 6:45 PM local time.Written by renowned playwright Mamunur Rashid and presented by Suchona Theater Production, ‘OMANUSH’ was staged as part of the 21st Annual South Asian Theater Festival. The festival was organized by EPIC (Empowering People Inspiring Communities), with COLAB Arts serving as co-organizer. The poster concept and design for the production were created by Rana Masud and Rahi Chawdhury.Speaking about her first experience as a theatre director, Zannatul Tumpa said, “I have been involved in theatre production for nearly two...

Jun142026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Syed Mohammad Kamal is the new president of AmCham

Breaking News, Feature

On 14 June 2026, the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) celebrated the Installation of its newly elected Executive Committee for the 2026–2028 term at the Grand Ballroom of Sheraton Dhaka, Banani, ushering in a new chapter of leadership and commitment to advancing U.S.–Bangladesh business relations. At the helm of the newly elected Executive Committee are Mr. Syed Mohammad Kamal, Vice President of Mastercard Bangladesh, who assumes the role of President; Mr. Ala Uddin Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer of MetLife Bangladesh, as Vice President; and Mr. Reza Ur Rahman Mahmud, Managing Director of Philip Morris International Bangladesh, as Treasurer. The newly elected office bearers bring extensive leadership experience across diverse sectors, as outlined below. Mr. Syed Moham...

Jun142026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

PriyoShop Takes Bangladesh to the UN: Representing Emerging Market Infrastructure at STI Forum 2026

Breaking News, Business

PriyoShop Retail Distribution infrastructure for MSMEs in emerging markets made its mark on the global stage at the United Nations Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Forum 2026 at UN Headquarters in New York.PriyoShop’s Founder and CEO Asikul Alam Khan represented Bangladesh alongside ambassadors, UNCTAD officials, Microsoft leadership, the Digital Cooperation Organization and founders from across emerging economies united by a shared urgency: closing the infrastructure gap that continues to cripple MSME supply chains worldwide.Bangladesh is one of the world's fastest-growing consumer markets, powered by over 5 million small retailers who form the backbone of everyday commerce. Yet these businesses operate with limited working capital, fragmented supply chains, inaccessible d...

Jun132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh-Japan Career Center (BJKC) Launched at High-Level Bangladesh-Japan Dialogue

Breaking News, Education

A high-level roundtable discussion titled “Bangladesh-Japan Career Dialogue: Education to Employment” was held on Saturday, 13 June 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel. The event brought together senior government officials, academic leaders, representatives of Japanese institutions, language training experts, and industry and corporate leaders to discuss pathways for building a structured education-to-employment corridor between Bangladesh and Japan.The roundtable was jointly organized by Irving Education and Probashi Seba Limited, and marked the official launch of the Bangladesh-Japan Career Center (BJKC).The program commenced with a welcome address delivered by Tazria Rishta Rahman on behalf of BJKC. The keynote presentation was delivered by Professo...

Jun132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

“The University of Chankharpul” Wins Audience Appreciation on Its Opening Day

Breaking News, Entertainment

The political satire film “The University of Chankharpul”, released on Friday, 12 June 2026, received an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences on its very first day in theatres. Despite unfavorable weather conditions and intermittent rainfall throughout the day, audience turnout remained encouraging. University students made up a significant portion of moviegoers at various screenings held at Star Cineplex (Bashundhara City, Panthapath) and Lion Cinemas, Keraniganj. Viewers from diverse age groups and professional backgrounds were also seen attending the screenings.Following the afternoon screenings, the film’s director, executive producer, and cast members engaged directly with audiences. Many viewers highly praised the film for its bold political commentary, unique storytel...

Jun132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Cultural Heritage and Creative Industries Key to Bangladesh’s Soft Power: Cultural Affairs State Minister

Breaking News, National

State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyam MP has highlighted the strategic role of Bangladesh’s cultural heritage, national identity, and creative industries in strengthening economic diplomacy, trade, and investment. The Minister made the remarks while attending as the Chief Guest at the plenary session titled “Thematic Three: The New Stage — Government Policy, AI, Creative Industries and Sport” at the Bangladesh Trade and Investment Conference 2026 held 13 June 2026 at Pan Pacific Sonargaon, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Aminul Haque, State Minister for the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and Mr. Rehan Asif Asad, Advisor (with the status of State Minister) to the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications & Information Technology and the Ministry of Science & Technology, attended ...

Jun132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

The World of Textile Sourcing Comes to Dhaka: Intex Bangladesh 2026 Opens New Global Opportunities

Breaking News, Feature

Bangladesh’s standing as the world’s second-largest apparel exporter is set to be further reinforced as the industry gears up for Intex Bangladesh 2026, one of South Asia’s most significant textile sourcing show. Scheduled for 18-19-20 June 2026 at ICCB, Purbachal Express Highway, Dhaka, the exhibition will bring together the global textile value chain under one roof, opening new doors for sourcing, investment, and cross-border partnerships. Recognised as South Asia’s premier international B2B textile sourcing platform, Intex Bangladesh 2026 will draw manufacturers and suppliers from over 12 countries and regions including India, China, Taiwan, Japan, Bangladesh, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, Thailand, Pakistan, Hong Kong, and Uzbekistan. Exhibitors will present a broad spectrum of pr...

Jun132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Demand for large cargo vessel gains steam, banks come up with financing solutions

Breaking News, Business

Bangladesh’s growing focus on river transport and maritime logistics is creating fresh opportunities for banks to finance commercial vessels, as demand rises for modern bulkheads, cargo ships, oil tankers, dredgers, and other water transport vehicles.With one of the world’s largest inland waterway networks spanning more than 3,800 kilometres, waterways remain central to the country’s trade and supply chain. From agricultural produce and construction materials to fuel and industrial goods, rivers continue to carry a major share of domestic cargo in Bangladesh.The economics are compelling. According to World Bank estimates, transporting one tonne of cargo per kilometre costs around Tk 4.50 by road and Tk 2.74 by rail, while river transport costs less than Tk 1. This cost advantage ha...

Jun132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BYD Bonanza Brings Exclusive China Trip, Holiday Packages and Guaranteed Rewards

Breaking News, Business

BYD, the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, has launched the exciting BYD Bonanza Campaign in Bangladesh, offering customers the opportunity to win extraordinary rewards, including an exclusive trip to BYD Headquarters in China, luxury holiday packages, cash vouchers, couple’s dinner, and many more guaranteed prizes. As part of the campaign, every customer who confirms a BYD booking will receive a guaranteed reward through an instant lucky draw, making their journey toward sustainable mobility even more rewarding. Participating in the campaign is simple. Interested customers need to open their SMS application, type BYD WIN, and send it to 26969. Upon sending the SMS, they will receive a unique participation code By visiting any authorized BYD showroom in Bangladesh, b...

Jun122026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Strategic Coordination Meeting on Smart Hospital System Development and Implementation under the Project “Smart Hospital Pilot Initiative”

Breaking News, Health

The Department of Public Health and Informatics (DPHI), Bangladesh Medical University (BMU), successfully organized the Strategic Coordination Meeting on Smart Hospital System Development and Implementation under the Smart Hospital Pilot Initiative on 11 June 2026 at BMU. The Smart Hospital Pilot Initiative, supported by the Organization of the Islamic World for Education, Science and Culture (ICESCO), aims to transform BMU into a digitally integrated, AI-enabled healthcare institution through the introduction of Hospital Management Systems (HMS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Internet of Things (IoT)-based monitoring, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital health solutions. As a pilot initiative, the project focuses on the Departments of Internal Medicine (OPD and IPD), Clinical O...