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Jun272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Youth March Held to Mark the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

On 26 June 2026 the occasion of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2026, the Bangladesh Chapter of the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP), in collaboration with Dhaka Ahsania Mission (DAM), organized a colorful youth march and awareness campaign today. The youth march began at 8:00 a.m. from the Star Gate of Ramna Park (in front of the Matsya Bhaban Gate) and concluded at the gate of Curzon Hall, University of Dhaka, passing through Osman Gani Road. More than one hundred young people participated in the event. Participants carried placards and wore campaign T-shirts and caps displaying messages promoting a drug-free society, protecting young people from the risks of substance use, and expanding evidence-based drug prevention initia...

Jun272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

realme Celebrates World Cup Campaign offering Exclusive Rewards

Breaking News, Sports

realme, the youth-favorite smartphone brand, has introduced an exciting World Cup campaign as football fever sweeps across Bangladesh. This initiative offers fans numerous opportunities to celebrate the tournament while winning attractive prizes and exclusive gifts. As part of the campaign, football enthusiasts can show their support for their favorite teams by updating their Facebook profile pictures using official team frames from the link provided by realme. Participants who use the frames and join the campaign will have the lucky chance to win a brand-new realme C100i smartphone. Adding to the excitement, customers purchasing the realme C85 Series during the campaign period will receive a free limited-edition fan jersey, while buyers of the realme C100i will get an exclusive realme f...

Jun272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Omera LPG Celebrates Historic Retailer Campaign with Grand Winners’ Night

Breaking News, Business

Omera LPG, Bangladesh's leading LPG brand, successfully concluded one of the country's largest retailer engagement initiatives through its nationwide campaign titled "ওমেরার রঙে দোকান সাজাই, বিজয়ীর বেশে বিদেশ যাই." Driven by its commitment to encouraging creativity and innovation among its retailer partners, Omera LPG launched the campaign in January 2026, inviting retailers across Bangladesh to decorate their outlets using Omera LPG's signature branding materials and LPG cylinders. The initiative was designed to inspire creative brand expression while enhancing nationwide brand visibility and strengthening retailer engagement. Originally planned for three months, the campaign received overwhelming response from retailers and was extended through April 2026. More than 3,500 retailers...

Jun262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

International Dialogue on Cybersecurity Begins as Phoenix Summit 2026 Opens in Dhaka

Breaking News, Technology

Bangladesh’s cybersecurity capacity-building and digital resilience efforts received a major boost today with the official inauguration of Phoenix Summit 2026, one of the country’s largest cybersecurity convergence platforms. Organized under the theme “Closing the Cyber Gap in Emerging Economies,” the five-day summit formally opened on Thursday (26 June) at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center (BCFCC) in Dhaka. The summit was inaugurated by Yasser Khan Chowdhury, State Minister for Information and Broadcasting, who attended the event as the chief guest. The opening ceremony brought together government policymakers, industry leaders, academics, cybersecurity experts, technology researchers, students, and participants from Bangladesh and abroad. The event is being organized by...

Jun262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Xiaomi Brings Five New Lifestyle Devices in Bangladesh — Now Available

Breaking News, Technology

Global tech giant Xiaomi, has officially introduced five new lifestyle devices to the market, all now available for purchase. The new lineup features three power banks with two-way fast charging—the Xiaomi 67W Power Bank 20000, Xiaomi 67W Power Bank 10000, and Xiaomi 33W Power Bank 20000mAh. It also includes two audio devices: the Xiaomi Soundbar 2.0ch, a minimalist TV companion, and the REDMI Headphones Neo, a premium over-ear wireless device—all designed to enhance the daily lives of tech customers. Leading the power bank category, the Xiaomi 67W Power Bank 20000 (Integrated Cable) is designed for heavy users and professionals who need reliable charging for laptops, tablets, and smartphones on the go. It delivers 67W maximum output, charging a smartphone up to 67% in just 30 minutes, an...

Jun262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

British Council-supported exhibition explores inclusive public spaces through gender, climate, and community

Breaking News, Education

An interdisciplinary art and architecture exhibition examining how feminist ethics can shape climate-responsive and inclusive public spaces in the Bengal Delta. The British Council announces the opening of Dialogues in Coexistence: Shaping Inclusive Public Spaces in the Bengal Delta, opening on Saturday, 27 June 2026 at Bengal Shilpalay, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The inauguration will begin at 5:00 PM, with the exhibition open to the public from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM from 28 June until 25 July 2026. Supported through the British Council’s Women of the World (WOW) Bangladesh Grants Programme, the project is led by architects Saiqa Iqbal Meghna and Suvro Sovon Chowdhury. The exhibition brings together art and architecture to explore how feminist ethics, climate responsiveness, and public partici...

Jun252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

14th AGM of ActionAid International Bangladesh Society Held

Breaking News, NGO News

The 14th Annual General Meeting of ActionAid International Bangladesh Society (AAIBS) was held in Dhaka in hybrid mode on Wednesday (24June),in presence of both Executive Board and General Assembly members participating from various parts of the country and beyond. Suraya Akter, Country Manager of suPPPort, was elected as a member of the Executive Board, while Dr Samiya Selim, Professor at University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), was elected to the General Assembly. The General Assembly members approved the Annual Audit Report 2025 during the AGM. In addition to reviewing the major activities and achievements of the past year, AAIBS members discussed theupcoming activities and governance priorities of the organisation. Newly elected members were welcomed by the Chairperson of...

Jun252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Nagad launches 10 lakh merchants’ Bangla QR

Breaking News, Business

Nagad, the country’s leading mobile financial service (MFS) provider, has launched “Bangla QR” payment services for its users. Concurrently, the digital financial arm of the Postal Department has introduced an instant “Transfer Money” feature, enabling seamless fund transfers between personal accounts across all banks and other MFS operators. With this integration, Nagad joins a nationwide network of nearly 10 lakh merchants under the Bangla QR umbrella. Aimed at making cashless transactions simpler, safer, and universally accessible, Nagad formally integrated the Bangla QR and the National Payment Switch Bangladesh (NPSB) network on Thursday (25 June 2026). The move ensures ultimate transactional freedom for its millions of customers. To mark the inauguration of Bangla QR, Nagad...

Jun252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Asiatic 3sixty wins 21 accolades at Digital Marketing Award 2026

Breaking News, Business

Communication solutions provider Asiatic 3sixty won a total of 21 awards across different categories at the 9th Digital Marketing Award (DMA). Four of the group's entities picked up the awards for campaigns that earned recognition across a wide range of digital marketing categories. The awards were presented at a gala held at Le Méridien Dhaka on Saturday, organized by Bangladesh Brand Forum and presented by Meghna Group of Industries. This year's edition recognized 89 campaigns across 26 categories, selected from 1,072 nominations submitted by 66 organizations. Asiatic Marketing Communications Limited led the group’s tally with eight awards—four silver and four bronze—across categories including content marketing, integrated digital campaigns, PR on digital platforms, user community...

Jun252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

PROGGA, ATMA Call for Tobacco Tax Structure Reform in Final Budget

Breaking News, NGO News

Reducing the number of cigarette price tiers, introducing a specific excise tax system, and effectively raising prices of all tobacco products in the final FY 2026-27 budget would not only improve the state of public health but also increase revenue inflow for the government. Economists and anti-tobacco activists said these today (25 June 2026, Thursday) during a post-budget press conference, organized jointly by PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) and Anti-Tobacco Media Alliance (ATMA) that took place at the Zahur Hossain Chowdhury Hall of the National Press Club. Citing data from the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), PROGGA and ATMA stated that the national per capita income (provisional) increased by 10.27 percent between 2025 and 2026. During the same period, the prices of essential ...