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Jun22026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Atmospheres of Time, a solo exhibition by Avi Shankar Ain

Platforms Gallery is pleased to present Atmospheres of Time, a solo exhibition by Avi Shankar Ain, featuring 30 new paintings that explore the poetic transitions of season, memory, and the passage of time. Working within an abstract expressionist language, Avi Shankar Ain traces the subtle shifts of seasons as they move through both body and landscape. Rather than depicting change, the works inhabit it — capturing the slow warmth of lengthening light, the quiet density of cold settling into form, and the delicate tension between softness and severity as climates turn. Each composition exists within a continuum of day and night, where color, texture, and gesture record fleeting moments already slipping into memory. Across the exhibition, water, sky, and horizon dissolve into fluid sensoria...

Jun22026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU Broke the Record at URC 2026: World # 3 & Asia # 1

Breaking News, Education

The historic achievement for Bangladesh and Asia. The UIU Mars Rover Team, operating under the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) at United International University (UIU) has achieved a historic milestone by securing 3rd place globally and 1st place in Asia at the prestigious University Rover Challenge (URC) 2026 organized by The Mars Society, USA. This remarkable accomplishment marks a historic and proud moment for Bangladesh. It is also recognized as a unique achievement in the 20 years history of rover competitions in Asia. The competition was held on 27-30 May 2026 at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS) in Hanksville, Utah, USA. The ‘UIU Mars Rover Team’ has consistently demonstrated excellence in the competition, earning the distinction of being the 1st team in...

Jun12026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank signs two refinancing agreements with Bangladesh Bank

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has signed two agreements with Bangladesh Bank to enhance access to affordable financing for cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprises (CMSMEs), reinforcing its commitment to entrepreneurship development and financial inclusion. The agreements will enable BRAC Bank to extend financing to entrepreneurs in various clusters nationwide and to provide low cost financing support to MSMEs under Bangladesh Bank’s Financial Sector Fund for the Development of MSMEs (FSFDMSME). Under the Cluster Finance Refinance Scheme, which has a fund size of BDT 3,000 crore, BRAC Bank will provide easy term loans and working capital support to entrepreneurs engaged in various industrial clusters across the country. Eligible businesses will be able to access financing at concessional interest r...

Jun12026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Kanak Dutta Makes Playback Debut with ‘Dhaka 1205’

Breaking News, Entertainment

Renowned singer Kanak Dutta has made her playback singing debut in films through the upcoming movie ‘Dhaka 1205’. Her debut comes with the song ‘Hridoyer Jomine’, written and composed by Walid Ahmed, with music direction by Rubel Flying Kites. Speaking about the opportunity, Kanak Dutta said, “Music has always been an inseparable part of my life. I have been singing for many years, but this is my first opportunity to perform a playback song for a film. Every singer dreams of becoming a playback artist, and through ‘Dhaka 1205’, that dream is finally coming true. I am grateful to the filmmaker for placing his trust in my voice.” Music director Rubel Flying Kites described ‘Hridoyer Jomine’ as a song that leaves a lasting impression on the listener. “This is the kind of song that allows li...

May312026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

World No Tobacco Day 2026 Today

Breaking News, Health

Today, 31 May 2026 is World No Tobacco Day. This year's theme is "Unmasking the appeal - Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction". In Bangladesh, the event will be observed under the title "Prolobhoner Mukhosh Unmachan Kori, Tamak O Nicotiner Asokti Protirodh Kori". Tobacco and nicotine companies worldwide have long been reinventing and repackaging their products and marketing them through aggressive campaigns with a view to getting children and young people stuck in a cycle of addiction. The tobacco control movement of Bangladesh has recently gained a much-needed momentum with the passage of the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) (Amendment) Act, 2026 in the Parliament. However, the exclusion of provisions banning e-cigarettes, vaping, nicotine pouches, and other emerging tob...

May302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Billionaire’s View Hotel & Eco Resort to Be Developed in Cox’s Bazar

Breaking News, Business

Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh: A new hospitality and tourism project, Billionaire’s View Hotel & Eco Resort, is set to be developed in Cox’s Bazar with the goal of contributing to the country's tourism sector, creating employment opportunities, and attracting investment. According to project organizers, the resort is being planned as a modern eco-friendly hospitality destination that will combine luxury accommodation with natural surroundings. The initiative is being undertaken under the leadership of a group of young entrepreneurs who aim to establish a large-scale tourism facility in one of Bangladesh’s most popular tourist destinations. Project representatives said the resort will focus on providing quality services while promoting sustainable tourism practices. They expressed optimism ...

May292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Ramisa Murder: Individual Responsibility vs State Responsibility

Breaking News, Opinion

Rezaur Rahman Rizvi The tragic rape and murder of young Ramisa in Mirpur, Dhaka, a few days ago has shaken not only one family, but the conscience of the entire society. When such horrific incidents continue to occur repeatedly, an unavoidable question emerges: Is the responsibility solely that of a mentally depraved criminal, or do the state and society also share part of the blame? The question of “Ramisa Murder: Individual Responsibility vs State Responsibility” has therefore become profoundly significant today. First and foremost, there is no room to deny individual responsibility. The person who raped and murdered an innocent child did not merely violate the law; he crossed the darkest boundaries of humanity itself. The harshest possible punishment must be ensured for such offen...

May282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Holy Eid-ul-Adha Being Celebrated Across the Country Today

Breaking News, National

The holy festival of Eid al-Adha, one of the most significant religious occasions for Muslims, is being celebrated across the country today with due religious fervor, enthusiasm, and festivity. The festival carries the message of sacrifice, self-purification, and devotion to Almighty Allah. Eid congregations were held this morning in the capital as well as in different parts of the country. Millions of devotees offered Eid prayers at the National Eidgah, mosques, and open fields. Following the prayers, worshippers participated in special prayers and munajat seeking peace, prosperity, and well-being for the country, the nation, and the Muslim Ummah worldwide. Eid-ul-Adha conveys a profound lesson of sacrifice for Muslims. In remembrance of the supreme devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) in...

May272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank’s strong fundamentals power outstanding performance in 2025 & Q1’2026

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank delivered strong financial performance in 2025, recording robust balance sheet growth and sustaining its momentum into the first quarter of 2026. The Bank’s subsidiaries, particularly bKash Limited, also posted notable growth during the year, reflecting the strength and resilience of the broader BRAC Bank ecosystem. This consistent performance has been driven by unwavering customer trust, strong governance, customer-centric product innovation, expanding digital capabilities, and a growing distribution network. BRAC Bank’s values-based banking model continues to reinforce stakeholder confidence and strengthen its position as one of the country’s most trusted financial institutions. The bank's financial and operational accomplishments for the year 2025 and Q1 ‘2026 and ear...

May272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

SAM-Bond Celebrates Babar Ali’s Historic Summit of Mount Makalu

Breaking News, Business

SAM-Bond, a leading name in industrial and household adhesives, is immensely proud to announce its association with mountaineer Babar Ali, who has become the first Bangladeshi to summit Mount Makalu, the world’s fifth-highest peak. Reaching the 8,485-meter summit recently, Babar Ali has etched his name among the world’s elite mountaineers. This historic feat, titled “Expedition Makalu: The Fifth Frontier,” represents the pinnacle of human endurance and unshakable determination, values that lie at the heart of the SAM-Bond brand. "Babar Ali’s triumph is a testament to the power of a strong will and an unbreakable spirit," said a spokesperson for SAM-Bond. "Just as our products signify a 'Strong Bond' that withstands the toughest conditions, Babar’s resolve remained steadfast against t...