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400 public transport drivers trained by DAM and BRTA jointly

With the aim of proper implementation of Smoking and Use of Tobacco Products (Control) Act (Amendment-2013) initiative of Bangladesh Road Transport Authority-BRTA and Dhaka Ahsania Mission, Health Sector training has been provided to 400 public transport drivers at the Zoar Sahara BRTC Bus Depot in capital on 1st and 8th April’24. Adut Rahman Emon, Program Officer of the Tobacco Control Project of the Health Sector of DAM, presented a documentary on the implementation of the Tobacco Control Act and health damage among professional drivers. In the training public transport drivers (Bus, CNG, Laguna, Tempu) are informed about the bad effects of direct and indirect smoking, health hazards, and tobacco control laws. Passengers, especially women and children, are indirectly exposed to smo...

Apr62024 by No Comments

Professor Yunus Visits Social Enterprises in London

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Nobel Peace Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus recently concluded a visit to London from March 22 to March 25, 2024, at the invitation of Social Enterprise UK. Social Enterprise UK was founded to create social businesses following the concept developed by Professor Yunus. The visit was marked by engaging discussions, receptions, and meaningful exchanges with various dignitaries and leaders across civil society and government. The visit began with a reception held in honor of Professor Yunus by Social Enterprise UK in London on March 23rd. The event was attended by esteemed dignitaries including Baroness Helena Kennedy, Member of the House of Lords, Lord Victor Adebowale CBE of the Houses of Parliament, and Professor Pamela Gillies, former Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Glasgow Ca...

Mar252024 by No Comments

Discussion sessions held on death, dying, suffering, and palliative care at the Bandar

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Discussions on death, dying pain, and palliative care were held by AYAT Education under the 'Compassionate Narayanganj' project. The discussion meeting was held on Sunday (March 24) at 11 am in the premises of North Noadda Community Clinic in Bandar Upazila of Narayanganj. Community Clinic Treasurer Haji Md. Tamiz Uddin presided over community health care provider Manzur Murshed was conducted the meeting and Upazila Social Service Officer Md. Faisal Kabir was the chief guest at the discussion meeting. AYAT Education Project Coordinator Sumit Banik presented the keynote speech on the importance of death, suffering, and Palliative Care. In his speech, he said, 'In our society, it is generally considered an uncomfortable subject to talk about death and dying. However, research shows that o...

Mar112024 by No Comments

DAM Calls for Higher Tobacco Tax in Next Budget

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Dhaka Ahsania Mission (DAM) rallied in front of its head office in Dhanmondi on Monday morning, urging for an increase in tobacco tax rates in the upcoming fiscal year 2024-25 budget. This demand aims to safeguard the health of women, children, and youth. Speakers at the event highlighted the critical importance of imposing a higher tax on tobacco products. They emphasized that such a measure could prevent approximately 1 million young individuals from taking up tobacco use and save about 500,000 young lives from premature death. Additionally, it is estimated that enforcing higher taxes could generate an extra revenue of around 10 thousand crore taka. Moreover, it was noted that if the existing tax structure on tobacco products is reformed as recommended in the next budget, cigarette co...

Mar92024 by No Comments

UAE Foreign Minister meets Dr. Hasan, emphasizes on partnership with Bangladesh

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UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasized on transforming the relationship with Bangladesh into partnership. At the bilateral meeting with visiting Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr. Hasan Mahmud on Friday evening local time in his royal palace in the city of Al Ain in Abu Dhabi, Minister Sheikh Abdullah emphasized the importance of signing the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and activating the Joint Business Council (JBC) for economic partnership with Bangladesh. At the outset of the meeting that lasted a quarter past an hour, Foreign Minister Dr. Hasan handed over the invitation letter of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah inviting the UAE President to visit Bangladesh on the occasion of 50 years of diplom...

Mar92024 by No Comments

All parties must come forward to combat climate change: Saber Chowdhury

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Environment Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said all parties must come forward to combat climate change as it is a global challenge. He also highlighted the pivotal role artists can play in raising public awareness. Minister Chowdhury underscored the importance of inspiring individuals to consider the impacts of climate change and take decisive action. The Environment Minister said these things in response to questions from the media after visiting as the chief guest at the closing ceremony of "Chalman", a solo exhibition on climate change and women held at Alok's Neighborhood Art Space Shala Gallery in the capital on Saturday. In response to media inquiries, the Minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to combatting climate change in collaboration with the international comm...

Feb142024 by No Comments

Arafat agrees with journalists’ demand to make social media accountable

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State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mohammad Ali Arafat has agreed with a demand placed by journalists to bring social media under a policy and accountability and said he will take steps in this regard after talking with journalists and other stakeholders. “As journalists underscored the need to bring all social media, including YouTube and Facebook, under a policy and accountability, I, as the state minister for Information and Broadcasting, just agreed with the demand and will try to fulfill it after consulting with journalists and other stakeholders,” he said. The state minister said this at a meeting with Broadcast Journalist Centre (BJC) leaders at his ministry’s conference room in Bangladesh Secretariat. Along with the demand above, in the meeting, the BJC leader...

Feb122024 by No Comments

TESOL BD organises 2nd International Conference

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The TESOL Society of Bangladesh organised its 2nd International Conference with support from the British Council, U.S. Embassy, Dhaka, and the International Mother Language Institute (IMLI). The two-day conference, titled ‘TESOL in Transition: 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Beyond’ was held at the International Mother Language Institute, Segun Bagicha, Dhaka-1000 from 09-10 February. Attending the program as honoured guests were Professor Hakim Arif, Director General, International Mother Language Institute (IMLI); Tom Miscioscia, Director Bangladesh, British Council, Stephen Ibelli, Public Affairs Counselor, U.S. Embassy Dhaka. Three world-renowned experts; Dr. Richard Smith, Professor of Applied Linguistics and ELT, University of Warwick, UK, Dr. Stephen Krashen, Emeritus Prof...

Feb112024 by No Comments

International collaboration is required to conserve big cats for a sustainable future: Saber Hossain Chowdhury

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Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said International collaboration is required to conserve big cats for a sustainable future. Our collaboration with Saudi Arabia and other nations in the conservation of big cats symbolizes our shared commitment to a sustainable future. It is a testament to our belief that together, through concerted effort and international cooperation, we can overcome the challenges that threaten our natural world. Our commitment to the environment extends beyond our national borders, recognizing that the health of our planet is interconnected. Environment Minister said this in his inaugural speech in a programme organised by Catmosphere Foundation of Saudi Government to celebrate International Day of the Arabian Leopard, in Mad...

Jan252024 by No Comments

Vitamin-Fortified Safe Edible Oil A Must for Public Health: Speakers at Journalists’ Workshop

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Ensuring the access to vitamin-fortified safe edible oil for all is a must to safeguard public health. According to the National Micronutrient Survey 2011-12, every one out of five pre-school aged children suffers from Vitamin 'A' deficiency while every two out of five children suffer from Vitamin 'D' deficiency. In order to deal with the precarious situation, the government has already formulated and implemented the Vitamin 'A' Fortification in Edible Oil Act. However, bulk edible oil marketed in drums is still working as a hindrance to ensuring the proper implementation of the law. Panelists have shared these views today at a two-day workshop for journalists titled "Safe Vitamin Fortified Edible Oil for All: Progress, Challenges, and Way Forward", held at the BMA Bhaban in Dhaka on 23-2...