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Mar42025 by No Comments

Why anti-glare technology important in TVs?

Imagine watching an intense moment from Stranger Things – Max escapes from Vecna using her music – when suddenly your window curtain moves because of your cat, and bright afternoon lights distract you with the annoying reflections on your TV screen. You adjust the curtains, dim any lights, and even shift your seating position, but unfortunately, the glare remains, disrupting your experience. This has been a common problem for TV viewers for a long time, especially in well-lit houses. But what if there was a way to experience movies and shows on stunning OLED picture quality without ever worrying about the glare?The OLED technology has changed home entertainment with its vibrant colors, quality, and incredible contrasts. The first OLED TV entered the market in 2004, and since then, it s...

Feb252025 by No Comments

Ticketing to Transform Lives

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Digital ticketing is transforming lives across Bangladesh, making travel more accessible, efficient, and stress-free. As technology reshapes the country’s transport sector, passengers are experiencing greater convenience, transparency, and security in booking their journeys.At a knowledge-sharing session at a city hotel in Dhaka titled "Ticketing to Transform Lives," Shohoz Officials and renowned journalists gathered to discuss how digitalization is solving long-standing challenges in ticketing. The discussion highlighted how digital platforms are eliminating the hassles of long queues, uncertainty, and last-minute panic, particularly during peak travel seasons like Eid, Puja, and national holidays.For decades, securing a ticket for festivals or essential travel was a difficult pro...

Feb152025 by No Comments

Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan Inaugurates ‘Ananda Academy for Performing Arts’

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, Climate Change, and Water Resources, emphasized the vital role of cultural practice in fostering sustainable environmental and social development. She noted that culture and the environment are interconnected, and a healthy cultural practice can contribute positively to environmental conservation.She made these remarks as the chief guest at the grand inauguration of ‘Ananda Academy for Performing Arts’ in Baridhara, Dhaka, today February 15, 2025.In her speech, Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan stated, Culture is a fundamental medium for shaping human consciousness. A person with a strong cultural foundation would never resort to electrocution to kill wild elephants or harm wildlife like fishing cats without reason. A h...

Feb132025 by No Comments

Cross-Border Digital Commerce Policy Awaits Final Approval

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The much-anticipated Cross-Border Digital Commerce Policy 2024, aimed at simplifying the import and export of goods between Bangladesh and other countries through digital platforms, is currently at a standstill. Although the policy promises to align Bangladesh's digital commerce framework with global standards, its progress remains stalled as it awaits the approval of the Commerce Advisor. Once approved by the advisor, the draft will be sent to the Cabinet Division for final endorsement.A review of the draft reveals several progressive initiatives, including provisions to integrate internationally accepted payment systems with the country's existing financial infrastructure to facilitate cross-border payments. A cross-border escrow service will be introduced in coordination with the Ba...

Feb112025 by No Comments

Visa: Consumers in Bangladesh can Control their Online Security this Safer Internet Day

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On the occasion of Safer Internet Day, Visa, the global leader in digital payments, today shared the top ways for consumers to stay safe digitally. As fraud and data breaches continue to grow across the world and in Bangladesh, Visa highlighted the immediate need for consumers themselves to be aware and updated of security measures, that are easy to implement and can safeguard personal and financial information. Sabbir Ahmed, Country Manager, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan, Visa said, "As more of our daily activities move online—whether for work, socializing, or shopping—scammers use sophisticated methods to steal information and money from unsuspecting consumers. This Safer Internet Day on February 11th, Visa is sharing how consumers and Visa cardholders can protect their digital inform...

Feb102025 by No Comments

South Asia’s Largest Kids Space Camp 2025 Successfully Concluded

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To inspire children and teenagers in space science, Space Innovation Camp has successfully organized South Asia’s Largest Kids Space Camp 2025."This day-long Space Camp was held at American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), where young participants from 85 schools across Bangladesh took part. Through unique activities such as space technology, robotics, rocket science, and astronaut training, it provided an exceptional educational experience for children and teenagers."With the guidance of experienced Mission Controllers, children and teenagers learned model rocket building and launching, space robot creation and programming, telescope making and space observation, as well as designing colonies for Mars and the Moon. The camp also featured VR-based astronaut training, off...

Feb42025 by No Comments

Biggest Bangla language completion ‘Bangla Olympiad’ to be held on February 22

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The 14th Inter-School Bangla Olympiad will begin on February 22 at the premises of the International Hope School Bangladesh (IHSB) in the city’s Uttara area with the participation of a large number of students from English medium and English version schools.They informed this at a press conference held at the school auditorium on Tuesday while IHSB Principal Roksana Zarin, Bangla Olympiad coordinator Kamrul Ahsan, school teachers - Imam Hossain, Abul Khair Abdullah, Abul Kalam Azad, Abul Kashem, Mizanur Rahman, and others were present.Organisers said the contestants will participate in various age-based categories in essay writing, recitation, dance, singing, drawing, quizzes and public speaking while the country's eminent educationists, writers and artists will be present as the a...

Feb32025 by No Comments

BANGLADESHI AND SWEDISH BABA: Photo Exhibition Celebrating Modern Fatherhood and Gender Equality

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The Embassy of Sweden in Bangladesh, in collaboration with UNDP, UNFPA, and UN Women, proudly launched the “Bangladeshi and Swedish Baba” photography exhibition today at the Padmar Paar Muktomanch in Rajshahi. This exhibition celebrates the evolving roles of fathers as caregivers and highlights the transformative impact of active fatherhood in advancing gender equality and building more equitable societies. Following the success of previous exhibitions in Dhaka, Khulna, and Chattogram, which collectively attracted over 8,500 visitors, the Rajshahi edition aims to deepen the dialogue on modern fatherhood and shared caregiving roles, sparking meaningful discussions. The exhibition showcases 23 compelling photographs of Bangladeshi Baba actively engaged in parenting and caregiving. A concep...

Jan242025 by No Comments

3-Daylong Kids Time Fair begins at Shishu Academy

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The Kids Time Fair, the largest event celebrating children's creativity in Bangladesh, kicked off last Friday at the Shishu Academy premises. This three-day extravaganza offers a plethora of activities, including Goofi's puppet show, a magic show, and special games focused on nutrition and safe food. Additionally, there are engaging cultural programs featuring children's dance, songs, and poetry recitations. The fifth edition of Kids Time is supported by various partners: Grameen Danone Shokti as the nutrition partner, ToguMogu as the parenting partner, Polar as the ice cream partner, Dettol as the hygiene partner, Chopstick as the snacks partner, Paper Fly as the logistics partner, and Goofi World as the Entertainment partner. Special attractions included the 'Kids Time Creative Zone' ...

Jan242025 by No Comments

Playwright Dr. Mukid Choudhury receives special honor for his contribution to stage plays

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For his special contribution to stage drama, playwright Dr. Mukid Choudhury has been honored with the SBSPS Literature Award and Honor 2024. Recently, the announcement was made by Ahmed Syed Shahinur, the president of Sonar Bangla Sahitya Parishad (SBSP). It was mentioned during the announcement that the organization has been presenting awards in various categories for the past eight years. Continuing that tradition, this year, Dr. Mukid Choudhury has been recognized with this award for his remarkable contribution to stage drama. According to sources, the award and honor will be officially presented to him at a grand event in February. Upon being nominated for the SBSPS Literature Award, Dr. Mukid Choudhury, the pioneer of the Bengali Movement Theater Artistry, said, "Stage drama deeply f...