Online Editors Alliance launched in Dhaka

The Online Editors Alliance began its official journey on Thursday. The organisation comprises heads of online and digital divisions of Bangladesh’s news media, newspapers and television outlets. Members elected Hasan Sharif, online editor of Daily Naya Diganta, as president, and Mizanur Rahman Sohel, head of online at Daily Bhorer Kagoj, as

Dhaka-Chattogram highway in dire need of renovation

The Dhaka-Chattogram Highway, a lifeline for the country's trade and commerce, has been plagued by cracks and potholes, particularly along its Cumilla segment, causing serious disruptions to traffic and posing risks to road users. The 105-kilometre stretch from Chauddagram to Daudkandi in Cumilla is in an alarming state, with key sections

ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest held

SUST_Fanatics of Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) became Champion and DU_Singularity of University of Dhaka became 1st Runner Up while DU_Primordius of University of Dhaka became 2nd Runner Up in ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest 2024 hosted by Daffodil International University. IUT_Chronic Overthinkers of Islamic University of Technology

ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest held

SUST_Fanatics of Shahjalal University of Science and Technology became Champion and DU_Singularity of University of Dhaka became 1st Runner Up while DU_Primordius of University of Dhaka became 2nd Runner Up in ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest 2024 hosted by Daffodil International University (DIU). IUT_Chronic Overthinkers of Islamic University of Technology won

Ensure clean air in Dhaka

A recently published global report on air pollution has revealed that the average life expectancy of a Bangladeshi has been cut by almost three years due to polluted air. According to the report, the life expectancy loss in Bangladesh is 2.91 years; 1.16 years is cut short by outdoor air

Medical exhibition MEDEXPO 2024 begins in Dhaka

A three-day exhibition of healthcare and medical equipment, MEDEXPO 2024 begins at the Ruposhi Bangla Grand Ballroom of hotel InterContinental Dhaka. The 10th edition of the exhibition is organized by the leading communications and event management company Triune Group. National professor Dr. AK Azad Khan, Chairman of the Health Sector

Cultural Fest 2.0, Aloki, Dhaka, 15 November

For the second year, Event Box is set to present "Cultural Fest 2.0," a dynamic competition celebrating the talents of youths from universities across the country. Dedicated to promoting creativity, Event Box will host this year’s event on Friday, November 15, at the Aloki Convention Center in Gulshan, Dhaka. Participants from

Japan Visa Application Centre opens in Dhaka

Japan Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Dhaka started its operations on Sunday, according to VFS Global. It is offering applicants "efficient and streamlined" application submission service. Appointments booked through the Embassy of Japan in Dhaka will be honoured for those already scheduled until December 26, said the VFS Global. "We’re excited to announce

5th Global Lift & Escalators Expo 2024 kicks off in Dhaka

The "Global Lift & Escalator Expo 2024" has officially commenced at the International Convention Center Bashundhara (ICCB).  The three-day event, the only exhibition in Bangladesh dedicated to elevators and escalators, is open from October 10, to October 12, at Hall 2, from 10 AM to 7 PM. The 5th edition

Dhaka braces for more rainfall

The Meteorological Office has issued a fresh weather update indicating that Dhaka and other regions of Bangladesh are expected to experience continued thunderstorms and rainfall over the next few days. Heavy rainfall has been predicted in several parts of the country, while the southwest monsoon is likely to retreat shortly. According to