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Jun162026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Outstanding Success for Bangladesh University Students in International Architecture Competition in Mexico.

Students from the Department of Architecture at Bangladesh University (BU) have achieved remarkable success in the prestigious international competition 'XXIX Plastic Spatial Encounter 2026'. The event was jointly organized by the Faculty of Architecture of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and the renowned Luis Barragán Workshop. In this international competition, both teams representing Bangladesh University earned honorable recognitions, bringing immense pride and glory to the nation on the global stage. This extraordinary achievement by the students of 'Studio 1.2' (42nd Batch) of the Architecture Department has brought great honor to the country. In this recently held competition, the team of Md. Hasin Almas Himel, Tasnim, and Shashwati Gharami secured second p...

Jun162026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank and Coca-Cola İçecek Bangladesh Partner to Strengthen Distribution Ecosystem

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has signed a Distributor Finance Agreement with Coca-Cola İçecek (CCI) Bangladesh to strengthen its distribution ecosystem, enhance access to working capital, and support sustainable business growth across the country. Under the partnership, BRAC Bank will provide tailored Distributor Finance solutions to CCI Bangladesh’s distributor network, enabling them to access timely financing for product procurement and maintain healthy cash flows to support business expansion. The collaboration is designed to streamline financing across the supply chain, improve operational efficiency, and empower distributors with greater financial flexibility. By ensuring seamless access to liquidity, the initiative will help distributors strengthen their businesses, respond effectively to market ...

Jun162026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Infinix Aligns Mobile Portfolios to Serve Specific Daily Consumer Niches

Breaking News, Technology

For years, the smartphone industry has been driven by a familiar formula: bigger specifications, faster processors and increasingly higher price tags. Today, however, consumer expectations are evolving. As smartphones become deeply integrated into work, entertainment and everyday life, value is increasingly being defined by relevance rather than raw hardware alone. This shift is encouraging manufacturers to move beyond one-size-fits-all devices. Instead of building smartphones for everyone, brands are increasingly designing products around the specific needs of different user groups. Infinix has embraced this approach by structuring its portfolio into distinct consumer-focused segments: Note, GT, Hot and Smart. For professionals, the smartphone has become far more than a communicatio...

Jun162026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU secured 1st place Among Private Universities in Bangladesh in Nature Index Rankings for Earth and Environmental Sciences Category

Breaking News, Education

United International University (UIU) secured 1st place among private universities in Bangladesh in the Earth and Environmental Sciences category of the internationally recognized research evaluation platform “Nature Index Institutional Ranking 2026”. This prestigious global ranking is based on high-quality research articles published in the world’s leading science and health journals. The current rankings are based on research outputs published during the 12-month period from Feb 01, 2025 to Jan 31, 2026. Nature Index is widely recognized as an independent and credible benchmark for measuring research excellence at the international level. In this year’s ranking, UIU achieved 10th position overall among all research and educational institutions in Bangladesh in the Earth and Environ...

Jun162026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bizzmakr Continues Youth Empowerment Journey with Campus Activation Program at JUST

Breaking News, Education

Bizzmakr, a growing freelancer-powered business solutions platform, successfully organized its latest Campus Activation Program at Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST) on 14–15 June, aiming to help young people identify, develop, and apply skills that can unlock real opportunities. Founded on a unique model where all contributors work as freelancers, and a platform that matches freelancers with businesses through swipe-based mechanics, Bizzmakr is committed to bridging the gap between learning and employability. Through its Campus Activation Program, the platform seeks to equip students with practical insights, market-relevant skills, and a clearer understanding of how they can transform their passions into meaningful careers. The two-day program took place in a large tent...

Jun152026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Beximco Pharma marks breakthrough in global access by delivering affordable Cystic Fibrosis medicines to patients

Breaking News, Health

Beximco Pharmaceuticals PLC. ("Beximco Pharma" or "the Company") today formally handed over TRIKOâ (a combination of elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftor, also known as ETI), the low-cost generic version of the breakthrough cystic fibrosis (CF) treatment Trikaftaâ developed by US-based Vertex Pharmaceuticals, to patients and their representatives from six countries in a ceremony held at the Company’s manufacturing facility in Dhaka. The milestone marks the first time an affordable generic alternative to this life-changing medicine has been made available to CF patients globally. The event was attended by selected patients and their representatives from the United States, United Kingdom, Slovakia, Qatar, South Africa, and Bangladesh, alongside representatives from the UK-based patient ...

Jun152026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Asiatic 3sixty launches ‘Her aSHEatic Circle’

Breaking News, Feature

Asiatic 3sixty recently marked an important achievement in its commitment to empowerment through the launch of ‘Her aSHEatic Circle,’ a platform dedicated solely to the women of Asiatic 3sixty. The event took place today (June 15, 2026) at the Batighar Art Space in the capital’s Banani, and brought together employees, leaders, and creative individuals for an evening of dialogue, performances, and community building. The event was a colorful kick-off of what is to come from the platform. Attendees were encouraged to participate in interactive networking exercises that allowed them to build familiarity and connection with each other. Opening remarks from the leaders highlighted how the platform will serve as a learning ground for skill development and sharing knowledge. An audio-visual st...

Jun152026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

10 days left to avail Revoo’s exciting cashback offers

Breaking News, Feature

Revoo’s nationwide cashback campaign has drawn a strong response from people, with stock running low at authorized showrooms across Bangladesh. Valid till June 25, 2026, the campaign offers guaranteed savings of up to BDT 20,000 and applies to all purchases made through authorized showrooms, aiming to make reliable electric mobility an affordable reality for everyday Bangladeshi commuters. The cashback is available across Revoo's full e-bike lineup, including its newest model, the B12. The new high-performance model supports both standard and fast charging, with the fast charger reaching 80% battery in about 1.5 hours. As the fuel costs continue to rise, more consumers look toward electric alternatives. Recent government budgetary incentives supporting EV adoption have added to that ...

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...