‘Jibon’ saving lives
Jibon is a non-profit organisation based in Rangamati, which provides blood to the needy, free of cost. It was established in November 2011 as a Blood Donor Association, and gained the trust of the Chittagong Hill Tract (CHT) localities swiftly.
2y ago
Bangladesh earns honourable mention at International Philosophy Olympiad
Usraat Fahmidah from Rajuk Uttara Model College and Tanvir Rahman Khan from Dhaka College made it to the 40th International Philosophy Olympiad, held in Slovenia from May 27 to 30. Usraat earned the first ever honourable mention for Bangladesh at the event, which was organised online.
2y ago
Building a prominent presence in the e-commerce industry
Morin Talukder, the current CEO of Pickaboo, was inducted in the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia list, under the category of Retail and E-commerce.
2y ago
Swimming towards glory
Saiful Islam Rasel, popularly known as ‘Rasel the Seahorse’, became the first Bangladeshi to complete a two-way crossing of the 16.1 km Bangla Channel in the Bay of Bengal, on March 29, 2021. The competition was arranged by Shwaroz Adventure to celebrate the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence.
3y ago
CUET students propose solution to combat river erosion at ACI Spring Convention
River erosion is a pressing issue in our country. The Padma River’s water constantly shifts and transforms the shape of the river, which is eventually eating away at its bank. To minimise the damage, the river is sometimes governed by sandbags and concrete blocks made from cement — but that is far from a solution, as it imposes threat to the environment by increasing the emission of carbon dioxide. To ensure an eco-friendly and more sustainable solution to it, CUETX, a team of eight students from the Civil Engineering Department of from Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, (CUET), proposed a sustainable and cost-effective solution.
3y ago
CUET students propose solution to combat river erosion at ACI Spring Convention
River erosion is a pressing issue in our country. The Padma River’s water constantly shifts and transforms the shape of the river, which is eventually eating away at its bank. To minimise the damage, the river is sometimes governed by sandbags and concrete blocks made from cement — but that is far from a solution, as it imposes threat to the environment by increasing the emission of carbon dioxide. To ensure an eco-friendly and more sustainable solution to it, CUETX, a team of eight students from the Civil Engineering Department of from Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, (CUET), proposed a sustainable and cost-effective solution.
3y ago
Creating a better world through science
White Board Science Club (WBSC) began their journey in 2018, to encourage young students who are interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
3y ago
Farming responsibly
Krishi Shwapno is a blockchain-based agricultural technology platform and business where farmers are connected directly to their business to ensure fair price and safe food for consumers with food traceability.
3y ago
March 5, 2021
Courting success
A student from Viqarunnisa Noon School and College, she is set to sit for her SSC exams this year. “I never had trouble balancing my studies and tennis,” explains Mashfia.
February 15, 2021
Frozen Song: An exhibition inspired by architect Bashirul Haq
Happening now at the newly opened DrikPath Bhobon at Panthapath, “Chobi Mela Shunno'' has successfully created a space for artists, thinkers, activists, and visionaries in self-reflective, experimental processes. “Frozen Song'', an exhibition of the festival, depicts the diversity and transformation of Drik and Pathshala. It is inspired by Bashirul Haq, the architect of DrikPath Bhobon.
December 28, 2020
GARBAGEMAN’s eco-friendly exhibition empowers Rohingyas
Recycling is an eco-friendly way of waste management and in Dhaka, waste management is as challenging as it gets.
December 11, 2020
An earnest effort to serve New York’s families in need
Long Island (LI) Helpers is a youth-led, collaborative grassroots effort that grew out of a necessity to ensure that residents in Long Island and beyond were able to feed their families at the height of the devastation of the Covid-19 pandemic in New York. Fawzia Syed and Misha Khan, young Bangladeshis based in New York, started the voluntary organisation as Co-founders.
November 30, 2020
Books Briefing: Bangladeshi authors at int’l #ReadTheWorld challenge
In an effort to ease children’s loneliness during the pandemic, International Publishers Association (IPA), World Health Organization (WHO) and
October 23, 2020
Cultivating kindness as a currency
Md Arifur Rahman, along with his friends, has been involved in charitable work since 2009, which laid the groundwork for Bhalo Kajer Binimoye Ahar, last year.
October 11, 2020
My City, My Home: Writing contest seeks entries from women
“Where do I belong? What is the character of my city? Who decides where is the power? Who do we celebrate and forget?” The identity and role of a woman as part of a city is fraught with expectations, restrictions, trials, and in some cases even freedoms.
October 2, 2020
Happily assisting the four-legged
Happy Tails, a non-profit youth organisation, aims to ensure the physical and psychological well-being of stray animals in different areas of Dhaka.
September 28, 2020
Blind date with a book!
In the fourth instalment of “Blind Date with a Book”, online bookstore PaperCut Books are once again sending out pre-packed book bundles. The catch is those who place orders will not know what titles await them until unpacking their delivery.
September 18, 2020
Championing positivity and self-acceptance through art and storytelling
Growing up in a country driven by conservatism, we have all faced gratuitous judgments regarding our skin, height, weight and appearance from those around us.
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