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May282023 by News DeskNo Comments

Bahria University, winner of City Bank-BIAC International Inter University Arbitration Contest 2022

Bangladesh International Arbitration Centre (BIAC) organised the City Bank-BIAC International Inter University Arbitration Contest 2022 for university level students with an objective to provide the students of Law an opportunity to acquire practical knowledge on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and develop articulation skills in this field. The Contest, has been held for the third consecutive year. The City Bank was the Title Sponsor of this Contest and International and National Arbitrators served as Judge Arbitrators. The eight leading National and International universities who participated in this Contest are: Bahria University, Islamabad, Pakistan, Kathmandu University School of Law, Nepal Bhuiyan Academy, North South University (NSU), London College of Legal Studies (LCLS) S...

May242023 by News DeskNo Comments

Reducing spatial inequality in WASH budget allocation needs priority in the upcoming National Budget 2023-24

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At a joint press conference held by WaterAid, PPRC, UNICEF, FANSA, BAWIN, FSM Network, Sanitation and Water for All, and End Water Poverty, WASH Alliance International and MHM Platform, speakers shared the need for allocation of funds for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) focusing on spatial inequalities in the upcoming national budget for the fiscal year 2023-24. Eminent economist and Chairman PPRC - Dr. Hossain Zillur Rahman at his keynote speech on behalf of WASH sector stakeholders highlighted, “spatial inequality and community engagement should get priority in ADP Allocation in the WASH sector for the upcoming fiscal year. He stressed focusing two key dimensions – the underserved areas, including chars, climate vulnerable areas, haors, and hilly regions, and the intra-urban ine...

May212023 by News DeskNo Comments

Grand finale of Digital Innovation Challenge for Women

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The fourth edition of the technology-based competition 'Digital Innovation Challenge for Women 2023' was held for women to inspire and encourage women in technology innovation. The final stage and grand finale of the competition were held on Saturday (May 20) afternoon in the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB) auditorium in the capital. The competition is organized by Women in Digital in collaboration with the World Bank and UNDP Bangladesh Accelerator Lab. Media partner The Daily Star, in collaboration with IEEE Women Wings and Sumaiya Technologies Ltd. At the beginning of the program, there was a team presentation of the 8 teams participating in the final round of the competition. Members of Project Elisa, Team Climate Avengers, Team IST_Aspires, Team Visionaries, Team Sunshine...

May192023 by News DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh celebrated Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)

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Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) was celebrated in Dhaka on 18 May 2023 by Aspire to Innovate-a2i Programme and Friendship (social purpose organization). GAAD serves as a platform to raise awareness and promote accessibility in the digital realm for over 16 million people with disabilities in Bangladesh. The event saw the presence of esteemed guests, including the chief guest Mr. Md. Shamsul Arefin, special guest the Secretary of the ICT Division; Md. Shaiful Islam, Joint Project Director a2i and Joint Secretary of ICT; and Ahmed Toufiqur Rahman, Deputy Director of Friendship. In his speech, Mr. Md. Shamsul Arefin highlighted the achievements in implementing the Smart Bangladesh Vision and emphasized the need for an inclusive digital government service system. He assured full coo...

May192023 by News DeskNo Comments

YUNUS EXCHANGES HIS VIEWS WITH PORTUGUESE PRESIDENT

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Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus held an exclusive meeting with H.E. Mr Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, the President of Portugal on occasion of the Sustainability and Society Forum held in Porto on May 12, 2023. The forum brings together global leaders to debate ideas, mobilize energies and create policies to build a sustainable and inclusive future for all. The President of Portugal, who travelled to Porto to inaugurate and speak at the Forum expressed his wishes to have an exclusive meeting with Professor Yunus and listening to Professor Yunus' speech at the forum. President focused his discussion with Yunus about creating a world without poverty, how economic policies can be designed to address the poverty issue. Professor Yunus emphasized on the concepts and institutions which must...

May132023 by News DeskNo Comments

Under-Secretary General of UN Discusses Zero Waste Programme of UN with Professor Yunus in Nairobi

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The Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Habitat, Ms Maimunah Mohd. Sharif discussed Zero Waste Campaign with Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus on May 10, 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya. The Under-Secretary General expressed the full commitment of the UN in achieving zero waste in the fastest possible timeframe. She welcomed Professor Yunus into the Advisory Board of Zero Waste Campaign. Professor Yunus has been recently appointed by UN Secretary General António Guterres as member of the advisory board of Eminent Persons on Zero Waste to provide leadership in the Zero Waste campaign. In his response the Nobel Laureate proposed setting up a “Social Business Zero Waste Fund” to finance initiatives to create self-sustaining local, rural, urban, regional and national businesse...

Apr272023 by News DeskNo Comments

The Trade & Investment Summit Japan provided a significant boost to the Bangladesh ICT sector

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Dhaka, Bangladesh: The Trade & Investment Summit held in Japan on April 27, 2023, provided a significant boost to the Bangladesh ICT sector. Honorable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina attended the program as the chief guest, emphasizing the importance of strengthening trade and investment relationships between Bangladesh and Japan. The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), in collaboration with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and The Japan-Bangladesh Committee for Commercial and Economic Co-operation (JBCCEC), organized the summit. The event highlighted the immense potential for economic cooperation between the two countries. Representing Bangladesh's ICT sector at the summit, BASIS President Russell...

Apr222023 by News DeskNo Comments

Eid Mubarak Greetings

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Assalamu Alaikum! On this auspicious occasion of Eid, I extend my warmest greetings to all the readers of TheStatement24.com. May the blessings of Allah fill your life with happiness, peace, and prosperity. Eid is a time to celebrate with family, friends, and loved ones. It is a time to reflect on the importance of faith and togetherness. May this Eid bring you closer to your loved ones and strengthen your bonds of friendship and brotherhood. Let us take this opportunity to spread love and kindness to those around us. Let us remember those who are less fortunate and extend our helping hand to them. Once again, Eid Mubarak to all the readers of TheStatement24.com. May this festive occasion bring joy and happiness to you and your loved ones. - Editor, TheStatement24.com

Apr172023 by News DeskNo Comments

BASIS awarded the ‘BASIS SoftExpo2023 Best Reporting Awards’

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Bangladesh Association of Software Information Services (BASIS) will initiate award for best reports nationally, in the ICT sector from next October. BASIS president Russell T. Ahmed made the announcement at an iftar and view exchange meeting with journalists at a hotel in the capital on Saturday. On the occasion, the 'BASIS SoftExpo2023 Best Reporting Awards', an initiative of BASIS, was presented as an inspiration for the professional work of journalists. A total of nine reporters were given this award in three categories. The names of the award winners were announced in this event attended by hundreds of media persons and guests. The winners in the three categories are - Bangla Tribune senior staff reporter Hitler A Halim won the first prize in the online media category, ImdadulHaque ...

Mar282023 by News DeskNo Comments

Learning Dissemination Workshop on Recycling for the Environment by Strengthening Income and Livelihoods of Entrepreneurs: Learnings and Opportunities

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Cordaid in Bangladesh organized a Learning Dissemination Workshop at Ali Ahmed Chunka Auditorium, Narayanganj on Thursday, 23 March 2023. The workshop was organized under its RESILIENT (Recycling for the Environment by Strengthening Income and Livelihoods of Entrepreneurs) project funded by The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF) with an aim to disseminate the learnings, challenges and best practices of the one-year long project implemented in 5 cluster areas of Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) and Narayanganj City Corporation (NCC). The workshop started with a welcome speech of Cordaid Bangladesh’s Head of Program, Md. Abul Kalam Azad. He shared that as an organization, Cordaid strives to ensure that everyone leads dignified and healthy lives in peaceful, equitable and resilient societies. ...