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Nominations Open for 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards, Bangladesh Urged to Shine Again

Nominations Open for 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards, Bangladesh Urged to Shine Again

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To highlight young people making a positive difference in their communities, the Commonwealth Secretariat recently opened nominations for the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work. Managed by the Commonwealth Youth Programme, the awards, popularly known as the Commonwealth Youth Awards (CYA), recognise outstanding young changemakers, aged 15-29, from 56 member countries who demonstrate impactful projects that support the achievement of the SDGs. Each year, an outstanding entrant is named Commonwealth Young Person of the Year, with regional awards given for Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Canada, and the Pacific. This year, Bangladesh proudly celebrated as Murad Ansary was crowned the Asia Regional Winner of the Commonwealth Youth Awards 2025, winni...
Grand Finale of Startup World Cup Bangladesh 2025 held at Daffodil International University

Grand Finale of Startup World Cup Bangladesh 2025 held at Daffodil International University

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The grand finale of Startup World Cup Bangladesh 2025 regional phase of the world's largest startup competition was held today on August 14, at the International Conference Hall of Daffodil International University campus.he Innovation and Entrepreneurship Department of Daffodil International University organized this prestigious   event. The country's top 15 startup teams participated in the final round of the competition. The Robo Life Technology team became champion in the Grand Final. The members of the Champion Team are Muhammad Mohiuddin Shourov, Joy Barua Lovelu, and Ayeesha Siddika.  `Rocket Wave’ team became 1ST Runner Up while `WeGro’ team became 2nd Runner Up in the Grand Final. The Champion team received an investment prize of Tk 50,000 and would represent the country at ...
Glenrich students shine at World Mathematics Invitational 2025 in Thailand

Glenrich students shine at World Mathematics Invitational 2025 in Thailand

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Two students from Glenrich International School earned international recognition in the World Mathematics Invitational 2025, arguably one of the most prestigious math competitions in the world. Held in Bangkok, the event brought together top young math talents from all over the world, where Glenrich students stood out for their outstanding skills. Aayan Zaman, a student in Grade 10 at Glenrich Uttara, secured a Silver Medal in this global contest. He had qualified for the contest in Grade 9 with his excellent problem-solving and mathematics skills. In the Grade 5 category, Aariz Intishar Chowdhury, a Grade 6 student from the Satarkul campus, earned a Gold Medal. He had qualified while he was in Grade 5 and has been selected to represent Bangladesh at the VIMC International Math Competitio...
DMA-DIU Tech Center inaugurated at Daffodil International University

DMA-DIU Tech Center inaugurated at Daffodil International University

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To familiarize students of the Computer Science and Engineering Department of Daffodil International University with the evolving trends of technology and to enhance the quality and excellence of practical education DMA-DIU Tech Center has been inaugurated at Daffodil International University.The center was inaugurated by the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Dr. M. R. Kabir, at the university's Innovation Lab today on August 11 (Monday). The inauguration ceremony was virtually addressed by Dr. Md. Sabur Khan, Chairman, Board of Trustees of Daffodil International University and DMA Chairman Mahabub Zaman. The program was chaired by Professor Dr. Sheikh Rashed Haider Noor, Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and was addressed by DMA Managing Director Ha...
“Meet the Champions of UIU” held at UIU

“Meet the Champions of UIU” held at UIU

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The App Forum (AF) a wing of Directorate of Career Counseling & Student Affairs (DCCSA), United International University (UIU) organized a reception ceremony titled “Meet the Champions of UIU”. The reception ceremony was held on August 09, 2025 (Saturday) at 1:30 PM at UIU Campus for three robotics teams (UIU Mars Rover, UIU Ascend and UIU Mariner) that have recently achieved significant success in various international robotics competitions. Mr. Ariful Hasan Opu, President of Space Innovation Camp and Adviser for NASA Space Apps Challenge BD was present as the Special Guest at the ceremony. Among others, Professor Emeritus Dr. M Rezwan Khan, Executive Director, Institute for Advanced Research (IAR), UIU and Prof. Dr. Hasan Sarwar, Dean, School of Science and Engineering, UIU spoke ...
The British Council hosts Young Learner Art Competition 2025

The British Council hosts Young Learner Art Competition 2025

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The British Council has recently conducted a Young Learner Art Competition for children aged 7 to 17 years, at the Dhaka University, Fuller Road centre. Teachers at the British Council delivered lessons to foster creativity and encourage young learners to discover how to communicate their ideas in different media. This year’s competition theme was “Colours of the World,” highlighting diversity, culture, and the beauty of differences as seen from the eyes of children. It was held across four levels: Lower Primary (age 8 and under), Upper Primary (9-11 years), Secondary (12-15 years), and Upper Secondary level (16 years +). The learners responded with real creativity. Their collective works show the richness of diversity. Their artwork was displayed at a week-long Young Learner Art Exhibi...
Bangladesh University Inaugurates ‘Center for Sustainability & Innovation’ with a Landmark Seminar

Bangladesh University Inaugurates ‘Center for Sustainability & Innovation’ with a Landmark Seminar

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As part of its Industry-Academic Week, the Department of Business Administration at Bangladesh University organized a seminar titled “Future of Sustainability and Innovation” on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Alongside the seminar, the university also officially inaugurated the Center for Sustainability and Innovation, the first of its kind in Bangladesh. A student-led initiative bridging environmentally responsible economic growth with cutting-edge innovation, it marks a pivotal stride toward a more sustainable and resilient Bangladesh. The event took place at the university’s permanent campus hall and was moderated by Faraz Islam, environmental researcher & Bangladesh’s youngest ever conservation writer. The panel of distinguished speakers included Zaved Akhtar, Chairman & Manag...
27 Bangladeshi Nationals Awarded Commonwealth Scholarships in 2025

27 Bangladeshi Nationals Awarded Commonwealth Scholarships in 2025

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The British Council, in collaboration with the British High Commission in Dhaka, hosted a pre-departure briefing and reception for the 2025 cohort of Commonwealth Scholars from Bangladesh at the British High Commissioner’s Residence. This year, 27 outstanding Bangladeshi scholars — including 17 women — have been awarded the prestigious Commonwealth Scholarship to pursue postgraduate studies at leading UK universities. Their chosen fields of study include Global Mental Health, Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Environmental Economics, and Sustainable Development, among others. *British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke, welcomed the scholars and remarked:* “It is my pleasure to celebrate the achievements of this year’s Commonwealth Scholars as they depart to pursue the...
UIU Mars Rover secured 3rd Place in the World &1st in Asia at Anatolian Rover Challenge 2025

UIU Mars Rover secured 3rd Place in the World &1st in Asia at Anatolian Rover Challenge 2025

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The UIU Mars Rover team from United International University (UIU), Bangladesh, has made the nation proud by winning 3rd place in the World and 1stin Asia at the Turkey-based Anatolian Rover Challenge (ARC) 2025 - one of the most prestigious international robotics competitions globally.The competition was organized by the Space Exploration Society (UKET) on 23 - 27 July 2025 in Ankara, Türkiye. Apart from being 3rd in the World and 1st in Asia for the second time, the UIU Mars Rover team was also awarded as the Best Autonomous, Driving & Control System Team and also as the Best Science Team, which showcases the spectacular knack for innovation, determination, and engineering excellence the UIU students have. The UIU Mars Rover team’s innovation in autonomous navigation, scientific r...
Daffodil International University hosts Asia Pacific Summer Program (APSP) and Asia Pacific Faculty Development Program( APFDP) 2025 in Bangladesh

Daffodil International University hosts Asia Pacific Summer Program (APSP) and Asia Pacific Faculty Development Program( APFDP) 2025 in Bangladesh

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Daffodil International University (DIU) proudly hosted the first edition of the Asia-Pacific Summer Program (APSP) 2025 under the theme “Together, A Great Summer” from July 19–27, 2025, along with the Asia-Pacific Faculty Development Program (APFDP) 2025 from July 24–26, 2025, in-association with the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP). APSP 2025 and APFDP 2025 together brought around 60 participants from 17 different countries, including the USA, Sweden, Japan, Türkiye, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, the Philippines, Palestine, Russia, Nigeria, Somaliland, Sierra Leone, and Bangladesh. Prof. Dr. M. R. Kabir, Vice Chancellor of DIU, along with other distinguished guests, graced the closing ceremony and presented Tokens of Appreciation and Certifi...