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Aug252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh Rural Development Board Declared Tobacco-Free to Protect Public Health

To protect public health and safeguard non-smokers from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke, all 566 offices of the Bangladesh Rural Development Board (BRDB), including its headquarters, have been declared completely tobacco-free areas in accordance with government directives.The declaration was made by BRDB Director General (Additional Secretary) A.K.M. Tarek at a discussion meeting titled “Declaration of All Bangladesh Rural Development Board Offices as Tobacco-Free”, held on Monday, 24 August 2026, at the conference room of the BRDB headquarters.Speaking as the chief guest, he said that the harmful effects of smoking are not limited to smokers; non-smokers are also exposed to serious health risks. On the other hand, smokeless tobacco products can cause various serious diseas...

Aug242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank, VisionSpring to provide eye care to 2,000 tea garden workers and families

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BRAC Bank and VisionSpring have launched an eye-care programme for tea garden communities, aiming to provide screenings, eyeglasses and referrals for further treatment to more than 2,000 workers, their family members and elderly people in Chattogram.Launched at Neptune Tea Estate Limited, a sister concern of Ispahani Group, the initiative marks the first time the BRAC Bank–VisionSpring partnership has extended its eye-care services to tea garden workers—a community that often has limited access to specialised healthcare.The programme began on 16 August 2026, with 62 people screened on the first day. Of them, 45 people (73%) were found to need eyeglasses and received them through the initiative. Another 12 people were identified with potential cataracts and referred for further exam...

Aug242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Health Investment Summit: New Opportunities for Investment in the Health Sector

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The Z-Well Health Investment Summit was held at Roawa Convention Hall in the capital to increase investment in the country's health sector, strengthen the partnership between private and government sectors, and ensure modern healthcare services. Nazim Uddin Alam, a member of the BNP chairman's advisory council, said at the summit that to make healthcare accessible to every person in society, both government and private investment in this sector must be increased. At the same time, the infrastructure of the health sector needs to be developed. Long-term investments are also necessary to build a quality medical system in line with the country's growing population and healthcare demand. Among others, the summit was attended by Abdul Khalek, founder of Z-Well Specialist Hospital, Muhammad Ha...

Aug242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

The ARCUS 1.0 held at UIU

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The Association of Civil Engineering Students (ACES) the student club of the Department of Civil Engineering at United International University (UIU) organized “The ARCUS 1.0”yesterday at UIU campus. It is a regional civil engineering-based competitive program aimed at bringing together students from leading universities on a common platform.More than 300 participants from universities across the Dhaka region took part in the event, which encouraged students to apply their academic knowledge, creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to practical engineering challenges.The event was organized in collaboration with the American Concrete Institute (ACI) UAP Student Chapter, NSU Civil Engineering Club, ACI Student Chapter–IUBAT, East West University Civil Engineering Club, ACI ...

Aug242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Shohoz Launches E-Ticketing on BRTC Women-Only Buses

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Shohoz Limited has introduced e-ticketing services on Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC)’s women-only “Pink Bus” service, aiming to make public transportation more convenient, organised and technology-enabled for women passengers. Under the initiative, POS-based e-ticketing is now available on 14 women-only buses operating across Dhaka, Chattogram and Bogura.The service was formally launched recently at an event held at the Tejgaon BRTC Bus Depot. Through the new system, women passengers can purchase e-tickets quickly and conveniently using POS machines on board the buses. The technology-enabled system is expected to make the ticketing process more organised and transparent while contributing to an improved passenger experience.As the e-ticketing partner, Shohoz Limited i...

Aug232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Toffee Extends World Cup Success into New EPL Season

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Toffee, the country's leading OTT platform, will be carrying forward its record-breaking FIFA World Cup 2026 streaming success by live streaming the 2026-27 English Premier League Season (EPL). All league matches can be streamed live by Toffee subscribers in Full HD. Football fans have been eagerly waiting to watch their favorite players back on the pitch following the world cup season. The wait comes to an end with the beginning of the 35th season of the English Premier League, where fans will find their favorite players back in action. Building on this momentum, Toffee is now bringing the full 2026-27 English Premier League (EPL) season to viewers, with matches taking place across 38 weeks. Toffee subscribers can now buy the EPL Pass for TK. 649 to get full tournament access, which will...

Aug222026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

PUBG MOBILE and Infinix Bring Bangladesh’s Biggest National Championship to Rajshahi

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PUBG MOBILE and Infinix are joining forces for PMNC Fall Bangladesh 2026, with Infinix coming on board as the Official Smartphone Partner. The collaboration highlights both brands’ shared commitment to strengthening Bangladesh’s esports ecosystem and creating greater opportunities for the country’s growing mobile gaming community. The grand finals will take place on August 27 and 28 at the District Council Auditorium in Rajshahi. The two-day finals will bring together the country’s top PUBG MOBILE teams, who will compete for a Tk 10 lakh prize pool and the national championship. As the tournament reaches its final stage, players will face off in a competition where strategy, teamwork and consistency will be crucial. For gaming enthusiasts in Rajshahi, the finals will also provide an oppo...

Aug212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh Bank organises Bangla QR Workshop in Rajshahi to drive ‘Cashless Bangladesh’ vision

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Bangladesh Bank, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), organised an awareness workshop on Bangla QR in Rajshahi, as part of the national journey toward a Cashless Bangladesh.The session aimed to accelerate the implementation of the national Bangla QR standard and promote interoperable digital payments across the country. BRAC Bank served as the Lead Bank and successfully organised the event, as guided by Bangladesh Bank.Held at the Training Center of the Bangladesh Bank Rajshahi Office on 20 August 2026, the workshop brought together a diverse group of stakeholders. Attendees included senior officials from Bangladesh Bank, representatives from the IFC, and Bangla QR merchants of BRAC Bank. Together, they discussed strategies to expand a secure, seamless...

Aug212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

‘Odommo Guardian’: A celebration of dedication and sales excellence

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Guardian Life Insurance Limited celebrated the dedication and achievements of its sales force at the Annual Sales Conference 2026, held under the spirited theme “Odommo Guardian” in Cox’s Bazar.The conference brought together more than 900 sales leaders and financial advisors from across Bangladesh to celebrate their achievements, recognize outstanding contributions and strengthen camaraderie within Guardian’s sales community. A key highlight of the event was the recognition of 18 outstanding performers for their exceptional contributions and achievements during the past year.Tapan Chowdhury, Co-Founder and Sponsor of Guardian, addressed the participants through a video message, saying, “Guardian has reached where it is today because of your relentless effort, dedication, courage ...

Aug212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BD’s 1st Biggest OPPO Photography Contest 2026 Finale Celebrates Record 23K+ Submissions

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What happens when more than 23,000 young Bangladeshis pick up their smartphones and turn everyday moments into stories? This World Photography Day, OPPO is celebrating exactly that—a remarkable wave of creativity as the OPPO Reno15 Series 5G Presents OPPO Photography Contest 2026, “Every Photo Tells a Story,” reaches its Grand Finale with a record-breaking 23,000+ submissions from across Bangladesh.Photography has never been more accessible. Once considered an art form limited to professional photographers and specialized equipment, photography today has become a universal language of expression. A moment on a Dhaka street, the quiet beauty of nature, a cultural tradition, a portrait, or a scene captured in low light can all become a story when seen through the right perspective.Fo...