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Oct232025 by TS ReportNo Comments

MR.DIY Launches 8th Store in Banani

Malaysia’s leading home improvement retailer MR.DIY has opened its 8th store in Bangladesh, marking another milestone in its rapid nationwide expansion. The new outlet, located at 106 Banani Road 11, Dhaka, was inaugurated amid a festive grand opening ceremony. The event, held on Wednesday, was graced by popular Bangladeshi actress and model Mehazabien Chowdhury, along with senior officials from MR.DIY Bangladesh. The ceremony featured a ribbon-cutting session followed by a vibrant celebration attended by customers and well-wishers. Among the company officials present were Syed Noor Anwar, Head of Operations; Mohammad Nasim Ahmed, Finance Manager; Md. Masudur Rahman, Import Manager; Mohammad Shahin Molla, HR Manager; Mohammad Nazir Hossain, Business Development Manager; and Rahat Nabi, M...

Oct192025 by TS ReportNo Comments

SAC–GUK Meeting Focuses on Collaboration for Empowering Small Farm Holders

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The SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) and Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK) reaffirmed their joint commitment to empowering smallholder farmers across South Asia through agricultural collaboration, innovation, and inclusive value chain development. A delegation from SAC visited GUK’s headquarters in Bogura on Saturday following the closing workshop of the regional project titled “Livelihood Enhancement of Small Farmers in the SAARC Region through Small-Scale Agro-Business focusing on Value Chain Development,” funded by the SAARC Development Fund (SDF). The meeting was attended by Dr. Harunur Rashid, Director, SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), and Dr. Md. Younus Ali, Senior Program Specialist (Livestock), SAC. From GUK, Dr. Mahbub Alam, Senior Director, presented an overview of GUK’s ongoing initiative...

Oct132025 by TS ReportNo Comments

How VAAUS Transforms Communities Across Australia

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Born from the halls of Viqarunnisa Noon School in Dhaka, a group of alumni in Australia have turned their shared roots into a powerful movement of compassion, empowerment, and social change. The labour room was silent except for the rhythmic beeping of monitors. A young woman—alone, frightened, and far from home—gripped the hands of a few women she barely knew. They were not her family but members of Viqarunnisa Alumni Australia (VAAUS), an organization formed by former students of Viqarunnisa Noon School and College in Dhaka, Bangladesh. She had escaped domestic violence while pregnant and found herself isolated in a new country. Yet, in the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, she discovered a family in VAAUS—women who offered shelter, care, and unwavering support. That single act of ...

Oct122025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Mortein Strikes Back with a Political Party of Its Own

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In a surprising twist in Bangladesh’s ongoing political satire, Mortein, the popular mosquito repellent brand, has announced the launch of its own political party. This move comes as a direct response to Louie the Mosquito and his bizarre manifesto demanding “mosquito rights.” While Louie calls for disruption, Mortein positions itself as the defender of public health and hygiene. With the slogan “Jonogoner Dakey, Jonogoner Pashe,” Mortein is presenting itself as the true voice of the people, standing against discomfort, disease, and chaos. At a time when mosquitoes are seeking rights, Mortein’s campaign calls citizens to unite for safety, awareness, and protection. Mortein’s Election Manifesto Against Louie Build strongholds of resistance against mosquitoes in every household. ...

Oct122025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Dhaka’s Largest Live Music Restaurant ICCL Gourmet Launched

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The capital’s largest live music restaurant, ICCL Gourmet, has officially opened its doors at the International Convention Center Limited (ICCL) in Mirpur. The venue offers a unique experience for food lovers, combining a wide variety of exquisite dishes with captivating live music performances. The grand opening ceremony was held on Saturday. Grand Launch Event The inauguration was attended by distinguished media personalities, prominent corporate figures, influencers, food bloggers, musicians, government officials, and senior ICCL executives. The evening was marked by live musical performances that set the tone for ICCL Gourmet’s vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant also features a large, modern screen to enhance the live music experience. Additionally, a new line of desserts under the...

Oct122025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Presentation Skills Training Session Conducted by Walid Ahmed

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To strengthen students’ communication and presentation abilities, the Department of English at City University organized a special workshop titled Presentation Pro: From Classroom to Career. Expert-Led Session The session was conducted by Walid Ahmed, an internationally award-winning film director, author, and presentation coach. Drawing from his professional experience, he guided students on the art of impactful communication and effective presentation delivery, helping them bridge the gap between academic and professional success. Collaborative Effort The workshop was jointly organized by the Department of English Language and Literature (DELL), the English Language and Debating Club (ELDC), and the City University English Alumni Association (CUEAA) at the university’s Central Au...

Oct72025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Servicing24 Relaunches Free Server Assessment Following Customer Appreciation

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The rapidly growing third-party maintenance service provider Servicing24 has once again launched a month-long free server, storage, and network assessment solutions in October for its enterprise customers. The aim is to analyze the IT infrastructure of brands and businesses, provide suitable solution planning, implementation, and long-term support. Following the success of the previous campaign and in response to customer demand, this opportunity has been reopened to further enhance the country’s IT infrastructure. In this campaign, participants’ server and network systems will be tested for hardware performance, RAID and memory, disk health, firmware updates, log issues, and uptime performance. Participants will receive a detailed health-check report, providing a complete picture of thei...

Sep262025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Chuti Resort Purbachal hosts 4th Art Carnival for children and youth

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Chuti Resort Purbachal, one of Bangladesh’s pioneering resort chains, successfully concluded its 4th Art Carnival at its scenic Purbachal Centre on the outskirts of Dhaka. The two-day celebration of creativity, art, and culture brought together children, youth, and celebrated artists in an immersive experience. This year’s carnival featured 16 renowned artists, including Dr. Mohammad Shamim Reza, Rumana Robbani, M. Muntaqim Shaon, Md. Mostafizur Rahman Mridul, Syed Muhammad Zakir, Golam Faruque Sarkar, Kamrun Nahar, Fahmida Khatun, Sumana Akter, Anindita Datta, Neloy I Hossain, Sumana Haque, Razzaque Prodhan Liton, Md. Harun Ar Rashid Tutul, Salina Fordous, and Khandker Nasir Ahammed. Over the two days, the artists created more than 60 remarkable paintings—ranging from vibrant acryli...

Sep222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

SAARC Agricultural Centre Hosts Training on Modern Crop Technologies

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SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) has launched a four-day regional training programme on “Exploitation of Cutting-edge Technologies for Yield Enhancement of Crops and Genetic Purity of Seed,” inaugurated virtually today (22 September 2025). The initiative brings together leading agricultural scientists, experts and policymakers from across SAARC Member States to discuss advanced technologies and strategies for boosting crop yields and ensuring sustainable food security. The training aims to strengthen regional collaboration, exchange knowledge and promote the adoption of innovative practices to ensure food security and sustainability across SAARC Member States. The programme was inaugurated with an overview of the training objectives by Dr. Sikander Khan, Senior Program Specialist (Crop...

Sep222025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Sandra McKersey Visits Bangladesh, Her ‘Second Home’

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New Zealand entrepreneur and humanitarian Sandra McKersey has visited Bangladesh, a country she describes as her “second home,” reaffirming her commitment to social welfare and business partnership. During the visit, Sandra spent time at the Alhaj Amijuddin Orphanage in Narayanganj, where she has long supported initiatives for orphan children. She shared lunch with the orphans, engaged in conversations, and encouraged them about their future. Her contributions over the years include helping to establish dormitory facilities and an auditorium that also benefits the local community. Alongside her philanthropic work, Sandra is engaged in Bangladesh’s economic life through Sandra Foods International Ltd., a joint venture with Managing Director Tasbih Hussain. The company today employs over 3...