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International AI Builders Congress 2026 to Be Held at DIU

With the aim of connecting young students and technology innovators in Bangladesh to a world-class educational and innovation platform, CloudCamp Bangladesh, in collaboration with Daffodil International University, is set to organize the ‘International AI Builders Congress 2026’. The theme of this year’s Congress is ‘Where the World’s AI Builders Create the Technology of Tomorrow.’The day-long event will be held on 26 December 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, at the Daffodil International University campus in Birulia, Savar, Dhaka. Participation in the Congress is completely free and open to everyone. Registration is currently ongoing.At a press conference held today at the university’s Green Garden Hall, the organizers presented details of the Congress, including its structure, prog...

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The Grand Finale of ECONTHON 2026 Held at UIU

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The Grand Finale of ECONTHON 2026, the national inter-university economics competition organized by the Junior Economists Forum (JEF) of United International University (UIU) in collaboration with the Department of Economics, UIU, was held on October 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the UIU campus.Mr. Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, MP, Minister, Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Planning, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, attended the event as the Chief Guest. Mr. Hasan Mahmood Raja, Chairman, Board of Trustees, United International University and Chief Advisor, United Group, was present as the Guest of Honor. Mr. K. M. A. Shamim, Member of the Board of Trustees, United International University and Advisor, United Group, attended as a Special Guest. The program was presided ove...

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British Council celebrates excellence and innovation across its Partner Schools network in Bangladesh

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The British Council brought together school leaders from across Bangladesh at its annual Partner Schools Principals' Meet 2026, celebrating the contribution of school and educators and recognizing outstanding practice across its growing Partner Schools Network.Held at Sheraton Dhaka, the flagship gathering welcomed principals and senior representatives from more than 210 Partner Schools in Bangladesh, alongside representatives from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA. The network forms a core part of the British Council’s exams and qualifications delivery in Bangladesh.Scott McDonald, Chief Executive of the British Council, joined the event as part of his visit to Bangladesh, underlining the country's importance within the global Partner Schoo...

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British Council Chief Executive Scott McDonald arrives in Bangladesh to strengthen UK-Bangladesh connections

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Scott McDonald, the Chief Executive of the British Council, has arrived in Bangladesh for a three-day visit from 29 September to 1 October, underscoring the organisation's commitment to strengthening the longstanding relationship between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom through education, English, arts and culture, and opportunities for young people.During his visit to Dhaka and Rajshahi, Scott will meet government representatives, education leaders, teachers, students, young people and cultural partners, while seeing first-hand the impact of British Council partnerships across the country. The visit will also explore opportunities for deeper UK-Bangladesh collaboration in education reform and school system strengthening, higher education, English language teaching, cultural exchange ...

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UIU Celebrates Historic Achievement of Aerial Robotics Team

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United International University (UIU) organized a reception ceremony to celebrate the historic achievement of its Aerial Robotics Team (UART), which secured 4th place in the world at the prestigious Student Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS) 2026 Competition in the USA on September 23, 2026 (Wednesday) at 10:00 AM at the UIU Campus.UIU Aerial Robotics Team (UART) achieved this remarkable success at the SUAS 2026 Competition, held from September 14–17, 2026 at Skyway Range in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Competing in the prestigious international competition for the first time, UART’s outstanding performance placed the team among the world’s leading university teams in aerial robotics and unmanned aerial systems. Notably, UIU’s Aerial Robotics Team became the first Bangladeshi team in the history ...

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UIU Makes History at SUAS 2026: World # 4

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The historic achievement for Bangladesh. The Aerial Robotics Team (UART) of United International University (UIU) secured 4th place in the World at the Student Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS) 2026 Competition in Oklahoma, USA. Participating in the prestigious international event for the first time, UIU’s UART achieved this remarkable success, marking a historic and proud moment for Bangladesh. The final round of the competition was held from September 14 - 17, 2026 at Skyway Range in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA.The four-day competition brought together leading teams from renowned universities and higher education institutions from around the world. Despite challenging weather conditions, including high wind speeds and temperature-related difficulties, UIU’s UART demonstrated its innovative tec...

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BRAC University Launches Community Library at Rohingya Camp

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BRAC University’s Centre for Peace and Justice (CPJ) inaugurated a Peace Café and community library at a Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on 15 September 2026. On the same day, the university signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC) to establish a Rohingya History and Knowledge Centre (RHKC).Peace Cafés are a CPJ initiative designed to support and mentor female students in civic engagement and social entrepreneurship activities that promote peace and social cohesion. Since 2018, four Peace Cafés have been established at universities in Dhaka, Mymensingh and Rangpur with support from UN Women.Through its Refugee Studies Unit, CPJ seeks to understand the local context in the Rohingya camps, promote peace and soc...

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British Council Invites Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards 2027

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The British Council, UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is inviting applications for the Thirteenth edition of its prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards. The awards celebrate leaders who have used their UK education to make a significant contribution to their communities, industries and countries.The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and impact across four categories: Science and Sustainability; Culture, Creativity and Sport; Social Action; and Business and Innovation. Eligible applicants can compete at both the National and Global levels. The four global winners are chosen from the 28 global finalists by our judging panel members. Global Alumni Award winners will have the opportunity to raise their international p...

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MH Global to work with 700 universities to ensure higher education

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Captain A.K.M. Golam Kibria, Founder of the Dr. Mostafa Hazera Foundation and Chairman of MH Global Group, has announced a plan to work in phases with 700 top universities worldwide. He presented this plan before leading figures in the global education sector at the PIEoneer Awards 2026, recently held at the historic Guildhall in London.Vice-chancellors, researchers, academicians, and innovators from universities of various countries were present at the event. There, Captain Kibria presented his 'Five Zeros Global Philosophy' and outlined a civilization centered on human equality and development for the next 100 years.Addressing the academicians present, he posed a question: "A hundred years from now, will people stand in a museum, look at pictures of today's poverty and humanitari...

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UIU Launched 18 New AC Buses to Redefine Student Mobility

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United International University (UIU) inaugurated 18 new AC buses for students on 02 September 2026 (Wednesday) at 11:00 AM at the UIU campus, strengthening its commitment to improving student mobility and supporting a more comfortable university experience.Mr. Hasan Mahmood Raja, Chairman, Board of Trustees, UIU was present as the Chief Guest in the inaugural ceremony. Mr. Moinuddin Hasan Rashid, Chairman and Managing Director of United Group and Joint General Secretary, Board of Trustees, UIU was present as the Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor, UIU presided over the ceremony. Respected members of the UIU Board of Trustees were also present.The university has introduced the AC bus service across six major routes in Dhaka City to help students, particul...