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Over 400 attend UCB-certified student development program with Monash College Australia

Universal College Bangladesh and Monash College Australia hosted an absolutely free, specialist online training session on “Effective problem solving: Excelling in Tests.” Over 400 students and teachers across Bangladesh from Grades 8 to 12 attended the event, for which Universal College Bangladesh gave the certificates of participation to all attendees.

Azim Uddin Ahmed has been elected as the Chairman, Board of Trustees of North South University

Mr Azim Uddin Ahmed, eminent industrialist, renowned patron of education, distinguished philanthropist, dynamic social worker and one of the promoters and founder members of North South University (NSU) has been elected unanimously as the Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of North South University recently.

Stories of Pandemic: resonance beyond the horizon

Everybody has a story. We just don’t take the time to know theirs that often. One of our heaviest burdens is bearing an untold story within us. But it is our stories that bring us together. The comfort in relating to a story that tells us, we are not alone. It is a unique untold tacit bond that we share, that makes us human. We all go through life, experiencing a multitude of emotions. The joy of success, the regret of failure. The confidence in overcoming obstacles, and the grief of loss. For life is hardly ever as picture-perfect as the movies. There is light and dark in all of us - the good, bad, and ugly. Most of which we tend to hide away from the world, but it is our battle scars that stand the test of time as a testament to our victories.

Battle of Minds 2021 Kicks Off

The most anticipated business case competition, Battle of Minds (BOM) is back with its 18th edition. While this global competition will be mostly virtual due to the pandemic, it brought about exciting new modalities, including an opportunity to secure seed funds for the global winners. Additionally, for the first time ever, the competition opened up to include not only current university students but also graduates and startups. This raises the scope for innovation and the stakes have never been higher to find the young leaders of tomorrow.

Local Government Initiative on Climate Change project extended for two years

The Government and the development partners have decided to extend the Local Government Initiative on Climate Change (LoGIC) project for two more years for delivering adaptation benefit to the most vulnerable coastal people of Bangladesh.

Audra introduces Wi-Fi router enabled parental control and home security solution

For the first time in Bangladesh, Audra has introduced a fantastic Wi-Fi router enabled parental control and home security solution to ensure personal data and IoT device security, prevent child gadget addiction, and safeguard them from harmful online content.

Making Homeownership a Joyful Experience

A home is a dream for some people. For others, it could mean an entirely new life, or it could be the start of a lifestyle previously not explored. A home is also a carefully made investment where a family can be assured of comfort and safety measures. As the urban population increases, already there is substantial demand for housing. Whether it is a dream, a desire, or a necessity, this need for housing has inspired many real estate companies to bring new and innovative living concepts upfront. We talked with the Executive Director of BTI's Communication and Brand Management Department Ms Aysha Siddiqua, to gain some valuable insight on how housing demand is being met in the urban scenario.

IPDC Ogroj: Anisul Islam Mahmud looks back on his legacy and contribution towards Society

Anisul Islam Mahmud is a distinguished member of the Jatiya Party. He first came to prominence in 1979, when he was elected as an MP in the Chittagong-5 constituency. He has been elected 6 times as the MP of Chittagong-5 for his valiant public work. His contribution to the countries political landscape is irredeemable. He was previously the Minister of Environment and Forest in the Cabinet of Bangladesh as well. Moreover, he is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shasha Denims Ltd.

Online film week, promoting new normal in the Italian Film Industry

International Academy of Film & Media is announcing the IV Edition of Fare CINEMA, starting from 14 June to 20 June 2021. It is a thematic film week aiming at promoting the Italian film industry in the present New Normal world. This film week is organised by the Italian Embassy, Dhaka in association with the International Academy of Film and Media (IAFM).

IUB holds Freshers’ Orientation for Summer 2021

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) organised a virtual orientation for freshers’ on 12 June 2021 for the students who have enrolled in the Summer 2021 Semester. Member of the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Professor Dr Md. Abu Taher was present as the Chief Guest. Professor Taher encouraged the students to use their time effectively so that they can strengthen their acumen and contribute to the development of the country. He shared a few titles of life-changing books such as The Unfinished Memoirs, The Audacity of Hope, Dreams from My Father, The long Struggle for Freedom, From Two Economies to Two Nations: My Journey to Bangladesh. He recommended the students to read these books and understand and learn from them. He hoped that the new generation, especially the...

North South University (NSU) organised two-day long Virtual Faculty Orientation and Development Workshop Summer 2021

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the first private university and the number one ranked private university of Bangladesh, North South University (NSU) organised a two-day-long virtual Faculty Orientation and Development Workshop for Summer 2021 on 9th and 10th June 2021. Due to the current pandemic situation, the orientation program was conducted online via the google meet platform. The orientation program was well attended by new faculty members from nine departments.

Aadi and Smartifier launched t-shirt entrepreneurship contest for students

Since April 2020, university students’ lives have been confined to mobile and laptop/PC screens. But the youth of the nation have stayed creative and are looking for learning new skills. To educate and empower them with entrepreneurial skills, and teach them about insights into e-commerce, and a local boutique industry, Aadi and Smartifier Training and Consultation have launched a T-shirt competition.

Shwapno retail outlets feature U.S. food and beverage products in ‘Taste of America’ promotion

Today, Ambassador Earl Miller and ACI Group Managing Director Dr Arif Dowla launched the “Taste of America” promotion in ten Shwapno retail outlets throughout Bangladesh. The promotion will highlight U.S. products by featuring them on an “American Shelf” strategically placed in various retail outlets in Dhaka and Sylhet. The goal of the promotion is to provide consumers in Bangladesh with greater access to a variety of U.S. food and beverage products, including canola oil, dried fruits, nuts, cereals, chocolates, and much more. In total, over 100 products from the United States will be featured.

Shohoz adds new vertical: Shohoz Learn

Shohoz, the ticketing, food-delivery, ride-sharing, utility-vehicle hiring platform, has yet added another vertical: an ed-tech platform called 'Shohoz Learn'. Launched on June 10, this platform houses 100 kids' eBooks with an audio reader and assessment tools in partnership with the global ed-tech platform MommyDaddyMe (MDM).

Monash College partners with Universal College Bangladesh

Monash College partners with Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) to give local students exclusive access to the prestigious Monash University, one of the world’s top 100 universities.

Daktar Bondhu Raises Investment For its Smart Digital Health App From SBK Tech Ventures Limited

Daktar Bondhu is a health tech startup that offers services to patients, especially who suffer from Diabetes, Hypertension and other chronic illnesses. This Dhaka-based startup announced it has raised pre-seed funding from SBK Tech Ventures, a technology fund focusing on early-stage, tech-platform companies in emerging markets.

Bizli Cables opens two outlets

Bizli Cables has opened two new outlets recently. ASM Hasan Nasir, Executive Director of Bizli Cables, inaugurated the outlets in Siddhirganj of Narayanganj and Boalmari of Faridpur.

Daraz Bangladesh Hires 3 differently-abled Employees

Country’s largest online marketplace Daraz has recently recruited 3 differently-abled persons in a bid to inspire the inclusion of these people into mainstream society.

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