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BYD Bangladesh Launches Largest Exclusive Showroom in Dhaka

BYD, the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, has marked a double-event milestone in Bangladesh with the grand opening of its largest showroom in the country, followed by an exclusive vehicle delivery ceremony for customers in Dhaka. The twin celebrations highlight BYD Bangladesh’s growing commitment to expanding premium customer experience and accelerating sustainable mobility solutions in the market. On Saturday, the day began with the grand opening of BYD Bangladesh’s new 6,000 sq. ft. exclusive showroom located at Aristo Tower, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The opening ceremony was graced by Ketsu Zhang, Deputy General Manager of BYD Asia-Pacific Auto Sales Division, as the Chief Guest. Among the distinguished attendees were Hafizur Rahman Khan, Chairman of CG Runner BD Ltd.; Amid...

May52026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Daraz 5.5 Mega Eid Sale

Breaking News, Business

Daraz Bangladesh is set to launch its highly anticipated 5.5 Eid Sale, bringing an exciting celebration of savings, rewards, and festive shopping experiences for customers across the country. The campaign will go live on 4 May at 8PM and continue until 26 May 2026, offering an extended window for shoppers to enjoy unbeatable deals, interactive giveaways, and seamless online shopping in the lead-up to Eid. Designed to capture the spirit of Eid shopping, this mega campaign features a compelling lineup of offers including Mega Deals and Flash Sales with discounts up to 80%, alongside Hot Deals offering up to 70% off. Customers can also take advantage of site-wide delivery discounts and Free Delivery on selected products, making it easier than ever to shop across fashion, electronics, FMCG, h...

May22026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU holds SmartAMR Consultative and Co-Design Workshop

Breaking News, Education

The Department of Pharmacy, United International University (UIU), in collaboration with the Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation and Commercialization (IRIIC), conducted the “Consultative and Co-Design Workshop on SmartAMR: Advancing Digital Healthcare with AI-Driven Intelligence to Strengthen Medical Adherence, Minimize Prescription Errors, and Reduce Antimicrobial Resistance in Bangladesh” under the HEAT Project yesterday at Hotel Sarina, Dhaka. SmartAMR is a key initiative implemented under the HEAT (Higher Education Acceleration and Transformation) Project, funded by the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh, and the World Bank. Under the Academic Transformation Fund (ATF), the project is fostering innovation in higher education and research while leveraging arti...

Apr302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

TECNO Unveils Eid-ul-Adha Campaign Featuring Mega Gifts

Breaking News, Technology

TECNO, an AI-driven global premium smart ecosystem brand, has launched its Eid-ul-Adha campaign in Bangladesh, offering customers the opportunity to win high-value mega gifts, including laptop and electric bike, along with cashback of up to ৳10,000 on the purchase of any CAMON Series or POVA Series smartphone. The campaign, which began on May 1, will continue until Eid, creating an exciting festive buying opportunity for customers nationwide. As part of the campaign, customers can win mega gifts such as a laptop and an electric bike, making it one of TECNO’s most rewarding Eid initiatives to date. In addition to these headline prizes, customers will also receive cashback ranging from ৳1,000 to ৳10,000 and have the chance to win TECNO ecosystem products including TWS earbuds and smartwat...

Apr302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Huawei Brings Advanced Solar Energy Storage in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology

Huawei has officially launched an advanced Energy Storage System (ESS), LUNA2000-241KWH-2S1 series, for the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) sector of Bangladesh. The announcement has come in a lunching event held in Dhaka today with the presence of distinguished group of industry leaders; factory owners; Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms, and delegates from key industry associations. As the industry faces increasing pressure to balance operational costs with energy stability, Huawei’s new LUNA2000 series offers a vital solution. Designed for the unique demands of the Bangladesh market, the system provides a robust, high-efficiency, and safe way for local factories to manage their energy consumption. Jason Wu, President, Huawei South Asia Region & CEO, Huawe...

Apr302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Demand for Effective Taxation on Tobacco Products in the Upcoming Budget

Breaking News, NGO News

To safeguard public health, the Bangladesh Secretariat Reporters Forum (BSRF) has called for the implementation of a strong tax policy, including effective taxation and price increases on tobacco products in the upcoming 2026–27 national budget. This demand was raised during a discussion meeting titled “The Importance of Effective Tobacco Taxation in the Upcoming 2026–27 National Budget,” jointly organized by Dhaka Ahsania Mission and BSRF at the CIRDAP auditorium on Thursday (30 April 2026). The chief guest at the event, Additional Secretary of the Health Services Division (World Health Wing), Sheikh Momina Moni, stated that the easy availability of tobacco products in Bangladesh is significantly increasing smoking rates among youth and low-income populations, posing a serious threat t...

Apr292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Banglalink launches first-of-its-kind home connectivity pack for hybrid work and learning

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With the government introducing online classes for three days in a week and the growing shift toward home office arrangements, the need for reliable connectivity has become more pronounced in the country. Taking this shift into account, Banglalink, the country’s leading digital operator, has introduced the Home Connectivity Pack, a first-of-its-kind data bundle tailored for Bangladesh’s evolving work-from-home and online-learning environment. The pack is structured to support users who depend on video conferencing platforms for daily activities. It combines dedicated application data with general internet data in a single package, allowing customers to manage both essential usage and everyday connectivity without interruption. Priced at Tk 348 with a validity of 30 days, the Home Off...

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SAC hosts regional meet, calls for stronger partnerships in South Asian agriculture

Breaking News, National

SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), in collaboration with the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) Bangladesh and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), South Asia, organized a regional “Coordination Meeting with Development Partners and Investors” in Dhaka on Wednesday (29 April 2026), bringing together policymakers, researchers’ investors and development partners to strengthen cooperation in agriculture. H.E. Nazrul Islam Khan, Political Adviser to the Prime Minister and Adviser to the Ministry of Agriculture, Bangladesh attended as Chief Guest and underscored the central role of agriculture in the region’s economy. He emphasized the need for modernization, including the use of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and highlighted climate change...

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Induction & Capability Development Program held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

The Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of United International University (UIU) successfully organized a developing professional skills training titled “Administrative Excellence: Induction & Capability Development Program”yesterday at the UIU Campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka. The program was designed to enhance the capabilities of administrative personnel, align them with the university's core values, and equip them with essential skills for success in academic administration. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor of UIU was present as the Chief Guest in the program. Prof. Dr. Salma Karim, Director of the BBAProgram, Dr. Sadid Muneer, Undergraduate Coordinator, Dept. of EEE, Dr. Md. Zulfiqur Rahman, Registrar of UIU, Prof.A.S.M.Salahuddin,Director(Coordin...

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Doctors Urge Tobacco Tax Reform in Bangladesh Budget to Cut NCD Deaths and Boost Revenue

Breaking News, Health

Leading physicians and public health experts in Bangladesh have called for comprehensive tobacco tax reform in the upcoming FY 2026–27 national budget, emphasizing its critical role in reducing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and strengthening public finances. The call was made at a seminar titled ‘‘Increasing Tobacco Taxes for the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases: Budget FY 2026–27 Perspective,” organized by the National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh on Wednesday. Delivering the welcome address, Professor Fazila-Tun-Nesa Malik, Secretary General of the organization, highlighted the urgency of prioritizing tobacco control as a key public health strategy. The keynote paper was presented by Professor Dr. Sohel Reza Choudhury, Head of the Epidemiology and Research Department at the...