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Dec152025 by No Comments

Interference in the Amendment Process of the Tobacco Control Law

Bangladesh Tobacco Control Advocates (BTCA) strongly believes that any direct or indirect interference by tobacco companies in the process of amending the Tobacco Control Law is unacceptable. In a press release sent to the media on Monday (15 December), BTCA stated that a recent joint statement issued by several multinational tobacco companies clearly proves their attempt to influence laws formulated to protect public health, an action that is wholly unacceptable. BTCA further emphasized that tobacco companies can never be considered stakeholders in tobacco control legislation, as the commercial interests of the tobacco industry are fundamentally and irreconcilably opposed to public health interests. As a State Party to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Con...

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Astronaut Camp on Space and Robotics Held for Students at Aga Khan Academy Dhaka

Breaking News, Education

With the aim of fostering students’ interest in space science and modern technology and providing hands-on learning experiences, an Astronaut Camp was held today at Aga Khan Academy Dhaka. Organized by Space Innovation Camp, the program offered students practical exposure to space research, satellite technology, and space robotics. The event featured an interactive session on the Apollo Moon Mission, where students learned about the history, objectives, and scientific significance of humanity’s first journey to the Moon. In addition, a CanSat session was conducted, introducing students to the structure, working process, and real-world applications of small-scale satellites. The program also included a Space Robotics Workshop, allowing students to gain hands-on experience with fundame...

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Government to Take Initiative to Strengthen Coordination in Routine Vaccination through Inter-Ministerial Data Interoperability

Breaking News, National

To make Bangladesh’s routine immunization system more effective and sustainable, the Government has taken an initiative to implement an integrated and interoperable inter-ministerial data exchange platform. To operationalize this effort, the Government announced the formation of a Strategic Committee comprising representatives from the relevant ministries and departments, alongside a Technical Committee composed of technical experts. The Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) vaccine delivery system will be used as the initial use case, and the challenges and results emerging from its implementation will be leveraged as the foundation for building a national interoperability framework. The announcement was made today at a high-level policy meeting held in Dhaka by Shish Haider Chowdhu...

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RAK Ceramics Bangladesh Renews Mehedi Hasan Miraz as Brand Ambassador for 2026-2027

Breaking News, Feature

RAK Ceramics Bangladesh, a globally recognized leader in ceramic and gres porcelain wall tiles, floor tiles, countertops, and sanitaryware, has announced the renewal of Mehedi Hasan Miraz, Captain of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team (ODI format), as its Brand Ambassador for 2026-2027. Mehedi Hasan Miraz has been associated with RAK Ceramics since 2021, and over the years has become a powerful symbol of the brand's values-performance, consistency, and leadership. His on-field excellence and calm leadership resonate strongly with RAK Ceramics' commitment to delivering durable, innovative, and aesthetically refined lifestyle solutions for modern homes across Bangladesh. The official signing ceremony and press conference were held on 15 December 2025 at the Shofiqul Kabir Auditorium,...

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foodpanda launches ‘Pau-Pau Plushie Challenge’ campaign

Breaking News, Business

The country’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform, foodpanda, has announced the launch of its exclusive ‘Pau-Pau Plushie’ campaign, offering customers the opportunity to win a limited-edition Pau-Pau plushie by completing 10 successful food delivery orders. The campaign will run from December 15 to December 28, 2025, and is open to all foodpanda customers in Dhaka. To qualify, customers must place 10 food delivery orders, each with a minimum order value of Tk. 600, within the campaign period. A total of 500 limited-edition Pau-Pau plushies will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Each eligible customer can win one plushie only during the campaign. Following the successful completion of the campaign on December 28, foodpanda will arrange to send the Pau-Pa...

Dec142025 by No Comments

Malaysia Airlines Ushers in a Season of Merry Moments with Global Year-End Sale

Breaking News, Business

As the festive season approaches and travellers across Malaysia and beyond prepare for long-awaited reunions, Malaysia Airlines ushers in this special time of the year with its Global Year-End Sale – an invitation to plan ahead for meaningful journeys in 2025 and early 2026. Whether returning home for cherished celebrations, exploring new destinations, or rediscovering favourite cities, the airline’s exclusive fares open the door to reconnecting with the people and places that matter most. These promotional fares are available from 11-12 December 2025, offering an exciting opportunity for travellers to plan their next trip. Meanwhile, Enrich members will enjoy exclusive early access from 9-10 December 2025, along with an additional 5% discount on top of the promotional fares. Those who ...

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16th Death Anniversary of eminent educationist Quazi Azher Ali

Breaking News, Education

Tomorrow, 15 December, 2025 is the 16th Death Anniversary of eminent educationist, former secretary of the Govt. Founding Chairman & Honorary Vice Chancellor of Bangladesh University, Founder of Mohammadpur Preparatory School & College, and numerous educational institutions, and social worker, Quazi Azher Ali. He breathed his last on that day in 2009 at the Bangladesh Medical College Hospital. On the occasion of his death anniversary, deceased grave at Banani graveyard will be visited on the day at 10.00 am and milad and doa mahfil will be held along with distribution of food among orphans. Besides, Quran Khani and doa mahfil will be arranged at Bangladesh University. Quazi Azher Ali joined the then Pakistan Civil Service (CSP) in 1959. He did his Ph.D. from Cambridge Univers...

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National Bank Concludes IFRS-9 ECL Implementation Workshop

Breaking News, Business

National Bank PLC successfully concluded a day-long training workshop on the implementation of ECL-based loan classification and provisioning under IFRS-9 on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The program was organized by the National Bank Training Institute (NBTI) as part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to strengthen professional capacity and ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards. The workshop was inaugurated by Mr. Syed Zubair Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director & Chief Financial Officer of National Bank, who attended the event as the Chief Guest. In his address, he highlighted the strategic importance of IFRS-9 adoption in strengthening financial discipline and enhancing the quality of credit risk management. Senior executives, head office officials, regional ...

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Tobacco industry alarmed at Government’s reluctance to allow stakeholder-inclusive consultation regarding Tobacco Control Act Amendment

Breaking News, NGO News

Companies in the tobacco industry today issued a joint statement, expressing their serious concerns over the Government’s attempt to pass the proposed amendment to the Tobacco Control Act without a stakeholder-inclusive consultation in the absence of appropriate Parliamentary process. Industry players believe that the proposed amendment will result in far-reaching, negative consequences on the country’s economy, investment climate, risk to consumer product quality, and, most importantly, the livelihood of the associated communities. In a unified statement, the industry leaders, British American Tobacco Bangladesh (BATB), Philip Morris Bangladesh, and JT International Bangladesh, said: “While we fully support the Government’s commitment to public health, we believe that the certain measur...

Dec132025 by No Comments

Inauguration of the Exhibition Sholo Rong-Sixteen Shades of the Sixteenth Batch at Gallery Chitrak

Breaking News, Feature

The group art exhibition Sholo Rong-Sixteen Shades of the Sixteenth Batch was inaugurated on Thursday afternoon at Gallery Chitrak in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The exhibition features artworks by 32 artists from the 16th batch of the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka, and will continue until 15 December 2025. Renowned artist, former teacher of the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Dhaka, and Chairman of Art Bangla Foundation, Professor Mohammad Eunus, attended the event as the chief guest. Professor Moinuddin Khaled and Gallery Chitrak’s Executive Director Md. Muniruzzaman were present as special guests. At the beginning of the ceremony, curator Rajib Ahmed said, Sixteen Shades signifies a reunion of our artistic journey and a rediscovery of identity. This exhibition is a journ...