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ShareTrip has been awarded 'Excellence in Online Travel Agency' by Eastern Bank PLC at the SKYSPHERE Digital Excellence Awards 2025, recognising its role in shaping Bangladesh's digital travel ecosystem. The award reflects ShareTrip's continued focus on delivering seamless, customer-centric digital travel solutions and advancing travel technology in the country. It acknowledges the brand's commitment to innovation, convenience and value creation for travellers and industry partners. Speaking on the achievement, Kashef Rahman, Founder of ShareTrip, said the recognition reinforces the company's mission to make travel smarter, simpler and more accessible through technology. He expressed appreciation for the long-standing collaboration with Eastern Bank PLC. ShareTrip said it remains committed to driving continuous innovation, strengthening partnerships and enhancing Read more...

PriyoShop, Bangladesh's leading tech-enabled supply chain with fintech platform, has been crowned Champion at the prestigious South Asia ICT Award 2025. The victory comes during Bangladesh's Victory Month, making it a doubly meaningful achievement for the homegrown fintech company. Bangladesh has again gained the global spotlight in Nepal through PriyoShop. This is a proud moment for Bangladesh and the entire startup community.  The win recognizes PriyoShop's work in transforming how small and medium businesses across Bangladesh access products and financial services. Through simple technology, the platform connects thousands of neighborhood retailers directly to suppliers, cutting out middlemen and making business easier for shop owners across the country. "This award belongs to every small retailer we serve", said PriyoShop's Founder and CEO, Asikul Read more...

AIUB Drama Club proudly organized ADC National Drama Fiesta 2025 on 8th, 9th and 10th December 2025, a vibrant three-day intercollege and interuniversity competition which celebrated creativity, freedom of expression, and the world of drama. The event was fully supported by the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), American International University-Bangladesh. The event was officially inaugurated by Ms. Nadia Anwar, Chairman and Founder Member, Board of Trustees of AIUB, She was joined by Prof. Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman, Pro-Vice Chancellor; Prof. Dr. Manzur H. Khan, Proctor of AIUB; Dr. Ziarat H. Khan, Deputy Director, Office of Student Affairs and Ms. Shama Islam, Special Assistant, Office of Student Affairs of AIUB. The first two days welcomed a dynamic group of participants representing 15 prominent institutions across the country. Tariq Anam Khan, acclaimed actor, director, writer; Mojaffor Read more...

 Mohammed Enayetur Rahman, CEO and President of Ulkasemi, has been honored again with the Commercially Important Person (CIP – NRB) 2026 Award for his Outstanding Contribution in Remitting Foreign Currency during the Fiscal Year 2024–2025. He was recognized as a CIP (NRB) 2026 in the category of Highest Remittance Sender through legal channels by the Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment, highlighting the critical role of non-resident Bangladeshis in strengthening the national economy. On 17 December, 2025 on the occasion of International Migrants Day and National Expatriates Day, the award was formally handed over at a ceremony held at the Osmani Smriti Milonayoton, where Dr. Asif Nazrul, Adviser to the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs; the Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment; and the Ministry of Read more...

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences of American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) commenced the International Conference on Challenges and Trends in Arts and Social Sciences (ICCTASS 2025) on 11 December 2025. The event, held under the theme “Sustainability, Creativity and Ethics: Insights into Interdisciplinary Perspectives and Practices,” brought together esteemed academics, researchers, and professionals in the field of arts and social sciences. Her Excellency Nina P. Cainglet, Philippine Ambassador to Bangladesh, graced the inaugural session as chief guest and Dr. Carmen Z. Lamagna, Member of the Board of Trustees and Patron of the Conference and Prof. Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice Chancellor of AIUB, graced the occasion as the special guest. Prof. Dr. Tazul Islam, General Chair of the conference and Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences wished the conference Read more...

Leading companies in the tobacco industry today issued a joint statement, expressing their serious concerns over the Government’s attempt to pass the proposed amendment to the Tobacco Control Act without a stakeholder-inclusive consultation in the absence of appropriate Parliamentary process. Industry players believe that the proposed amendment will result in far-reaching, negative consequences on the country’s economy, investment climate, risk to consumer product quality, and, most importantly, the livelihood of the associated communities. In a unified statement, the industry leaders, British American Tobacco Bangladesh (BATB), Philip Morris Bangladesh, and JT International Bangladesh, said: “While we fully support the Government’s commitment to public health, we believe that the certain measures proposed in the draft ordinance are not evidence-based, and will jeopardize Read more...

The 23rd Convocation Ceremony of the American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) will be held on Saturday, 13 December 2025, at 10:00 AM at the AIUB Permanent Campus. His Excellency Mr. Mohammed Shahabuddin, Hon’ble President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and Chancellor of AIUB, has graciously authorized eminent scientist Dr. Abed Chaudhury to preside over the ceremony and confer degrees upon the graduating students. Professor Dr. Mohammad Anwar Hossen, Honorable Member of the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, will grace the ceremony as the Special Guest. This year’s convocation will be further enriched by the presence of Professor Dr. Habib Fardoun, Executive Committee Member of the IREG Observatory on Academic Ranking and Excellence, Brussels, who will deliver the Convocation Address. In addition, Ms. Nadia Anwar, Chairman and Founder Member Read more...

Nestlé Bangladesh recently organized the HMO Luminary Summit, a groundbreaking two-day scientific symposium that brought together leading experts and researchers of health science from across the country. This prestigious event aimed to foster collaboration and share insights on the latest advancements in Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMO) research and its impact on human health. The summit featured interactive group sessions, case studies, and knowledge-sharing opportunities, enabling participants to explore practical applications of HMO research. A key highlight was the presentation by renowned pediatrician Dr. Randy Urtula from the Philippines, who shared expert perspectives on the role of HMOs in infant nutrition. His insights sparked engaging discussions, reinforcing the importance of continued education and collaboration in health care.  By creating a platform for scientific Read more...

International Standard University (ISU) hosted a seminar titled “Public Health Career: Scope and Opportunities” on Thursday at its Mohakhali campus. The event was organized by the university’s Master of Public Health (MPH) program. Professor Dr. Muhammad Aziz Rahman, Professor of Public Health and Associate Dean (Research) at Federation University, Australia, and Vice President of the Public Health Association of Australia, attended the seminar as the keynote speaker. In his address, Dr. Rahman emphasized the critical importance of research-driven approaches in public health. He stated that policies, programs and interventions must be grounded in scientific evidence to accurately identify community health challenges and develop effective, sustainable solutions. He further noted that public health is not only a field of professional advancement but also a meaningful Read more...

Nestlé Bangladesh committed to sharing scientific knowledge with Scientific experts and research professionals, successfully organized “The Gut Nexus”, a two-day workshop on The Science of the Gut Microbiome. The event blended expert talks with interactive learning, creating an engaging platform for over 250 experts from numerous relevant fields to explore the latest insights on gut health. Distinguished international speakers, Prof. Dr. Shaman Rajendrajith (Sri Lanka) and Prof. Dr. Mark A. Beninga (Netherlands), delivered impactful sessions on the importance of Gut health and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Adding local expertise, Prof. Dr. Md. Iqbal Hossain (ICDDR, B) discussed the importance of gut-friendly foods in the Bangladeshi context. Participants also explored scientific booths showcasing innovations in probiotics and symbiotics, highlighting Nestlé’s Read more...

Daffodil International University (DIU) and Swisscontact have signed an agreement to introduce a structured academic pathway focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability. Dr. Mohammed Nadir bin Ali, Registrar of DIU, and Farzana Amin, Team Leader of the PROGRESS project, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. This programme will be tailored for Bangladesh’s export-oriented industries, particularly the Ready-Made Garments (RMG) sector. The signing ceremony took place today at DIU’s Green Campus in Daffodil Smart City, Birulia, Dhaka. This collaboration is part of Swisscontact’s Promoting Green Growth in the Ready-made Garments Sector through Skills (PROGRESS) project, funded by the Embassy of Sweden and the Embassy of Switzerland. The initiative aims to build a nationally recognised learning pathway for professionals Read more...