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Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Titan Battery of realme C100i Steals the Spotlight

Today, smartphone usage goes far beyond calls and social media. From managing office work and attending online classes to streaming videos, gaming, taking photos, and making digital transactions, our reliance on smartphones continues to grow. Naturally, fast-draining batteries have become a major concern for users, driving the demand for long-lasting power higher than ever before. To meet this demand, smartphone manufacturers are focusing on both higher capacity and technological innovation, bringing the Titan Battery into the spotlight. Featuring a silicon-carbon anode instead of traditional graphite, this technology allows for higher energy density within the same compact space. This enables extended battery performance while keeping the smartphone slim, while intelligent power manageme...

Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bangladeshi Artist Sayma Sadia Wins Gold Prize at the 25th World Beauty Art & Design International Contest in Seoul

Breaking News, Feature

Bangladesh has added another international achievement to its growing list of creative successes as Sayma Sadia won the Gold Prize at the 25th World Beauty Art & Design International Contest, held in Seoul, South Korea. Organized by the World Beauty Art Association , the prestigious annual competition brings together talented beauty artists, educators, and professionals from around the world to showcase excellence in makeup, beauty, and artistic design. According to the officials during the award ceremony, Sayma Sadia received the Gold Prize in the Makeup – General Category , recognizing her outstanding artistic skill, creativity, and technical excellence. Sayma is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Beauty Design at Woosong University, South Korea. She described the awa...

Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Extended BEAR Summit 2026 held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

United International University (UIU), with the support of the IEEE UIU Student Branch, successfully organized the Extended BEAR Summit 2026 on 24 July 2026 at the UIU campus as a precursor to the National Semiconductor Symposium and BEAR Summit 2026. The event provided UIU students with a unique opportunity to interact with globally renowned researchers, academicians, industry leaders, and innovators in biotechnology, electronics, artificial intelligence, robotics, and semiconductor technologies. The summit served as a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation, strengthening connections between Bangladesh's academic community and leading international technology experts. Delivering the inaugural address, Prof. Muhammad Mustafa Hussain, Professor at Purdue U...

Jul262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Lion Salma Adil MJF takes charge as President of Lions Club of Chittagong Dynamic City

Breaking News, Feature

Lion Salma Adil MJF has officially taken charge as the President of Lions Club of Chittagong Dynamic City for the 2026–2027 service year. The leadership transition took place at a handover and takeover ceremony combined with a reception for the District Governor Team and the Multiple Council Chairperson, organized by the club today. Outgoing President for the 2025–2026 service year, Lion Pulin Chandra Gharami, formally handed over charge to the incoming president. Lion Shawkat Chowdhury MJF delivered the welcome address at the event. District Governor of Lions International (District 315 B4, Bangladesh) Lion Md. Kamruzzaman Liton MJF attended the ceremony as the chief guest, while IPDG and Multiple Council Chairperson Lion Moslehuddin Ahmed Apu PMJF was present as the special guest. ...

Jul262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Tourism Authority of Thailand, New Delhi Office Showcases Thailand Tourism at Top Thai Brands 2026 in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Travel

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi Office, successfully participated in Top Thai Brands 2026, held from July 23–25, 2026, in Pan Pacific Hotel , to promote Thailand as a preferred travel destination for Bangladeshi travelers and strengthen tourism ties between Thailand and Bangladesh. At the Thailand Pavilion, Glory Holidays served as the official travel partner, presenting a wide range of specially curated travel packages designed to cater to the evolving preferences of Bangladeshi tourists. Visitors had the opportunity to explore exclusive holiday experiences, attractive travel offers, and premium tourism services available across Thailand. Speaking at the event, Ms. Vaishali Sharma, Marketing Officer, Tourism Authority of Thailand, New Delhi Office, emphasized the im...

Jul262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

British Fintech ‘VALT’ Launches Operations in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Technology

British fintech company VALT has officially commenced operations in Bangladesh. The inauguration ceremony was held in Sylhet on Saturday (25 July), where Khaled Ahmed, Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, formally launched the company's local operations. Senior officials from commercial banks and members of the local business community attended the event. Speaking at the event, company representatives said that VALT, a wholly owned subsidiary of UK-based VALT Holdings Limited, provides payment solutions and Point-of-Sale (POS) services to the hospitality industry in the United Kingdom. Over the past decade, the company's technology development and operational infrastructure have been built and managed by Sylhet-based IT company Yo Tech. The company said its entry into the Banglades...

Jul252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

MetLife Bangladesh settles 1,384 Crore Taka claims in the first six months of 2026

Breaking News, Business

MetLife Bangladesh has settled 1,384 Crore Taka claims in the first six months (January – June) of 2026. This amount includes the money customers receive as insurance benefits and claims for loss of life and medical needs. MetLife Bangladesh's Chief Executive Officer, Ala Ahmad, said, "The claims amount settled in the first six months of the year reflects our strong commitment to supporting customers and their families when they need us most. By continuously enhancing our claims process to make it faster, simpler, and more transparent, we aim to strengthen customer confidence and contribute to building greater trust in Bangladesh’s insurance sector.” MetLife maintains a consistent track record of timely claims settlement. In the year 2025, MetLife Bangladesh settled the highest claim...

Jul252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank Branch Distribution Network achieves record BDT 5,000 crore CASA deposit growth in first half of 2026

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank's Branch Distribution Network has achieved a landmark BDT 5,000 crore growth in Current Account Savings Account (CASA) deposits during the first six months of 2026, reflecting customers' growing confidence in the bank and the network's strong deposit mobilisation capabilities. The milestone builds on the Distribution Network's consistent growth momentum in recent years, reinforcing its contribution to the bank's sustainable business expansion through relationship-driven banking and customer-centric service. To celebrate the achievement, BRAC Bank organised a recognition programme attended by Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director & CEO; Sheikh Mohammad Ashfaque, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Branch Distribution Network; members of the Management Committee; l...

Jul252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Post-Budget Discussion Program 2026-27 held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

The School of Business and Economics of United International University (UIU) organized the Post-Budget Discussion Program 2026-27 yesterday at UIU Campus. At the beginning of the program, two important sessions were held with the participation of students from different universities across the country. The first session featured a lively debate competition on the motion, “The proposed tax policy in the National Budget of Bangladesh for the fiscal year 2026–27 will be beneficial to the country’s economy overall,” with participants from the University of Dhaka, Jahangirnagar University and United International University. During the debate, the participating students analyzed various aspects of the national budget using data-driven arguments and logical reasoning. Thereafter, a panel ...

Jul242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Energypac presents new strategic roadmap “River Wave” by RBF

Breaking News, Business

Energypac one of Bangladesh’s leading power and engineering conglomerates, recently hosted an executive meeting with key financial partners and banking institutions at Gulshan Club to outline its long-term growth roadmap alongside a distinct financial realignment strategy. Guided by the principle, "Growth for Goodness," the leadership team detailed a forward-looking operational model aimed at enhancing production efficiencies and market presence across core business segments. During the session, Engineer Rabiul Alam, Chairman, and Humayun Rashid, Managing Director and CEO of Energypac Power Generation PLC mapped out the company's product expansions and portfolio shifts. His presentation focused on next-generation mobility, including Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) and EV buses, expa...