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PriyoShop Secures Top 30 Spot in Prestigious StartUp Wheel Competition

PriyoShop has taken the Bangladesh flag to new heights by securing a Top 30 spot in Startup Wheel 2025, one of Asia's most competitive startup competitions in Vietnam, competing against 2,144 startups from 28 countries. With this milestone, Bangladesh has established itself as a significant player in the global startup ecosystem through PriyoShop. This achievement shows that Bangladesh is growing fast in the digital world and becoming a strong player in retail innovation. PriyoShop stood alongside top startups from countries like Taiwan, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Indonesia. After six months of tough evaluation, PriyoShop was chosen as one of the most promising international innovators sharing our mission, vision, and real stories about Bangladesh’s retail industry with the world. Asikul Alam Khan, CEO of PriyoShop, expressed his enthusiasm about the recognition: Read more...

July Remembrance: Spirit of 2024 Observed at ISU

International Standard University (ISU) organized the program titled “July Remembrance: Spirit of 2024” on Thursday afternoon at its Mohakhali campus. The event was held in memory of the martyrs, injured, and participants of the anti-discrimination student movement that took place in July 2024. The program was chaired by ISU Treasurer Professor H.T.M. Quader Newaz. The Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Professor Mohammad Abul Kashem, attended as the chief guest. Special guests included representatives of ISU students who took part in the anti-discrimination student movement: Ismail Hossain from the Department of English and M.A. Mannan from the Department of Textile Engineering. ISU Proctor S.M. Naser Iqbal delivered the welcome speech. In a statement, ISU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Abdul Awal Khan said, “Under undemocratic governance, Read more...

BRAC University Launches Programs to Commemorate the July-August Mass Uprising

BRAC University inaugurated a series of programs at its Merul Badda campus in Dhaka to commemorate the mass uprising that took place in Bangladesh the previous year. The events included an exhibition of photographs, artworks, and videos; the publication of an exhibition catalog; musical performances; discussions reflecting on the memories of the uprising; a prayer for the martyrs; and engaging social media posts and videos. Additionally, the student club organized a graffiti project in collaboration with the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The commemoration began with members of the student club Monon performing the national anthem at the Exhibition Gallery. A prayer led by Professor Dr. Md. Golam Samdani Fakir, Director of the Learning and Teaching Innovation Center, sought salvation for the souls of those who sacrificed their lives during the uprising. The exhibition, titled "Red Read more...

AB Bank inaugurates its relocated Pahartoli Branch

BRAC University inaugurated a series of programs at its Merul Badda campus in Dhaka to commemorate the mass uprising that took place in Bangladesh the previous year. The events included an exhibition of photographs, artworks, and videos; the publication of an exhibition catalog; musical performances; discussions reflecting on the memories of the uprising; a prayer for the martyrs; and engaging social media posts and videos. Additionally, the student club organized a graffiti project in collaboration with the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The commemoration began with members of the student club Monon performing the national anthem at the Exhibition Gallery. A prayer led by Professor Dr. Md. Golam Samdani Fakir, Director of the Learning and Teaching Innovation Center, sought salvation for the souls of those who sacrificed their lives during the uprising. The exhibition, titled "Red Read more...

NSU Architecture Celebrates Rural Aesthetics in Freshers’ and Farewell Event

The Department of Architecture at North South University (NSU) hosted a combined freshers’ reception and farewell ceremony on Thursday, under the theme “Gram Bangla,” celebrating the cultural and spatial narratives of rural Bengal. Held at the department’s Sky Gallery at 3:00 PM, the event welcomed new students to the academic journey of architecture while honoring graduating students for their accomplishments. The theme paid tribute to the visual and material culture of the Bengali countryside, using bamboo structures, traditional patterns, and earthen tones to recreate a rural ambiance within an urban academic setting. The reception began with an orientation for freshers, introducing them to the department’s creative environment and collaborative learning culture. The setting served as a live demonstration of how architecture can reflect tradition, evoke Read more...

TikTok Launches Guide to Combat Misinformation during Monsoon Floods in Bangladesh

TikTok today announced the launch of a new search guide designed to help users in Bangladesh access authoritative and up-to-date information during the ongoing monsoon flood season. As part of TikTok’s continued efforts to promote safety and factual awareness on its platform, the guide will provide verified information to counter misinformation trends surrounding natural disasters. Users searching for flood-related updates on TikTok will now see a prominent banner urging them to verify information through credible sources. This guide connects users directly with trusted organizations, including Bangladesh’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC) and TikTok’s Safety Center resources, as well as a direct link to TikTok’s Tragic Event Support guide, which offers practical support for individuals affected by distressing incidents. The guide defines what constitutes Read more...

ISU Launches Tree Plantation and Clean-Up Campaign

TikTok today announced the launch of a new search guide designed to help users in Bangladesh access authoritative and up-to-date information during the ongoing monsoon flood season. As part of TikTok’s continued efforts to promote safety and factual awareness on its platform, the guide will provide verified information to counter misinformation trends surrounding natural disasters. Users searching for flood-related updates on TikTok will now see a prominent banner urging them to verify information through credible sources. This guide connects users directly with trusted organizations, including Bangladesh’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC) and TikTok’s Safety Center resources, as well as a direct link to TikTok’s Tragic Event Support guide, which offers practical support for individuals affected by distressing incidents. The guide defines what constitutes Read more...

The English Language Club at ISU Highlights Real-World Careers for English Students

The English Language Club (ELC) of International Standard University (ISU) hosted an inspiring and insightful workshop titled "Words at Work: Career Paths for English Graduates" on Monday, 7 July 2025, aiming to dismantle the outdated notion that English degrees only lead to teaching careers. The dynamic event was held under the esteemed guidance of Prof. Dr. Abdul Awal Khan, Vice-Chancellor of ISU, who graced the workshop as the Chief Guest. Prof. H.T.M. Quader Newaz, Treasurer; Prof. Asad ullah-al-Hussain, Advisor to the Department of English; and A.S.M. Saadul Quader, Associate Professor and Chairperson of the Department of English, attended as Special Guests. The session was chaired by Syeda Bhumika Mahmud, Moderator of ELC and Senior Lecturer in the Department of English. The event featured three distinguished speakers—accomplished professionals who themselves are Read more...

Nearly Half of Companies Opt to Pay the Ransom, Sophos Report Finds

 Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, recently released its sixth annual State of Ransomware report, a vendor-agnostic survey of IT and cybersecurity leaders across 17 countries that studies the impact of ransomware attacks on businesses. This year’s survey found that nearly 50% of companies paid the ransom to get their data back – the second highest rate of ransom payment for ransom demands in six years. Despite the high percentage of companies that paid the ransom, over half – 53% – paid less than the original demand. In 71% of cases where the companies paid less, they did so through negotiation – either through their own negotiations or with help from a third party. In fact, while the median ransom demand dropped by a third between 2024 and 2025, the median ransom payment dropped by 50%, illustrating Read more...

 From Forgotten to Celebrated: Reimagining Bangladesh’s Heritage in the Global Narrative

Bangladesh’s rich cultural heritage is fading — quietly, steadily — as despair replaces action. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In a compelling public talk titled “From Forgotten to Celebrated: Reimagining Bangladesh’s Heritage in the Global Narrative,” Professor Sharif Shams Imon will explore how other countries have turned heritage into a driver of development and global recognition through UNESCO and integrated conservation strategies. Drawing from global examples, Professor Imon will show how Bangladesh can reframe its past as a powerful asset for its future, inspiring action to reposition its heritage on the world stage. Professor Imon is an internationally recognized expert in architectural and urban heritage management, with 28 years of teaching and consulting experience across 18 countries. He is a Professor of Architecture at North Read more...

AIUB Alumni Reunion Held in Australia

AIUB Alumni Australia (AAA), the alumni association of the American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB), organized a memorable reunion on June 21, 2025, at the Pullman Hotel, Sydney Airport, celebrating the university’s 30th anniversary. AIUB alumni, faculty members, families, and guests from Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and Perth gathered to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate AIUB’s journey. A key highlight of the event was the presence of Mrs. Nadia Anwar, Founder Member and Chairman, Board of Trustees, AIUB, and Dr. Carmen Z. Lamagna, Member, Board of Trustees and former Vice Chancellor, AIUB. In their inspiring speeches, both dignitaries reflected on AIUB’s remarkable progress over the past three decades and its growing recognition on the international stage. Several alumni, in their speeches, expressed heartfelt gratitude to AIUB for shaping their Read more...

ISU Organizes Freshers’ Reception Spring 2025

The Freshers’ Reception for Spring 2025 was held at the Mohakhali campus of International Standard University (ISU) on 26th June 2025 under the chairmanship of ISU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Abdul Awal Khan. The Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Engineer A. K. M. Mosharraf Hussain was present as the chief guest along with the Member Secretary of the Board of Trustees, Hasnat Mosharraf, as the Guest of Honor.  The Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Abdul Awal Khan, said that the student life is the right time to build one's life. To build a successful career, it is essential to focus on studies during one's educational journey. ISU is being run with an international standard curriculum. Both teachers and students must work together cooperatively to move the university forward. He expressed hope that, in the near future, this university will become one of the top Read more...