Author: PV DESK

The two-day CESC Mathmagics 2026, a mega mathematics competition aimed at exploring students’ mathematical talent and encouraging intellectual development, began at Cantonment English School and College (CESC) in a festive atmosphere. The inaugural day of the event was successfully held on Tuesday, with Principal Lt Col Fahim Adnan Siddiqui inaugurating the programme. The competition has been divided into five categories based on students’ academic levels: Kids (K), Primary (P), Junior (J), Senior (S) and Higher Secondary (HS). A total of 10 events have been included in the two-day competition, eight of which were held on the opening day.…

During a training session with entrepreneurs in northern Bangladesh, I asked participants to introduce their businesses in one sentence. The responses came quickly. “We make homemade food products.” “We run a tailoring business.” “We produce handicrafts.” “We sell fashion products.” Then I asked a second question: “Why should customers choose your business over another?” The room became noticeably quieter. Over the years, while working with entrepreneurs across Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Kurigram and other parts of the country, I have encountered this challenge repeatedly. Many entrepreneurs know their products exceptionally well. They understand production costs, supply chains, and customer demand. Yet…

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Bangladesh has launched LISTEN, the country’s first photobook dedicated exclusively to documenting the diverse realities of human trafficking through documentary photography and first-hand survivor narratives. The publication was unveiled at a ceremony held at the UN House in Dhaka on Tuesday evening, bringing together senior government officials, United Nations representatives, diplomats, development partners and civil society members to reaffirm their commitment to preventing human trafficking and supporting survivors. The event was attended by IOM Deputy Director General for Operations Ugochi Daniels, Home Affairs Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, MP, United Nations Resident Coordinator a.i.…

As healthcare systems worldwide struggle with rising rates of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and chronic conditions—while simultaneously facing growing cybersecurity threats—artificial intelligence (AI) has become a critical enabler of resilient, data-driven solutions. Bangladeshi researcher Md Masum Billah is emerging as a significant contributor at this intersection, advancing AI methodologies that improve medical decision-making, reduce diagnostic delays, and support secure, scalable digital infrastructures. Md Masum Billah earned his Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Lamar University, where he developed strong expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and applied data analytics. Alongside his completed Master’s training, he is currently…

The heart of Msida lit up on Sunday evening as laughter, music, and the aroma of spices filled the air in front of the Parish Church. From 6:30 p.m. until late into the night, the town square transformed into a cultural crossroads for ‘Roots & Recipe – International Youth Food and Culture Gathering,’ an event celebrating diversity through food, art, and friendship. Organized by the Msida Council in collaboration with Friends of the Earth and Subline, the gathering brought together young people from different communities to share not just recipes, but stories and traditions. For many, the Bangladeshi…

Chief Adviser’s Special Assistant for Economic Affairs Anisuzzaman Chowdhury today said that Bangladesh’s economy remains stable despite economic crises across the world and the recent political change in the country. “In many countries, a change of government through mass uprisings or movements triggers severe economic crises. Bangladesh, however, has proved to be an exception,” he said while speaking at an event titled ‘Foreign Investors Summit 2025’ at a hotel in the city. The summit was organised by BRAC EPL Stock Brokerage Limited. In this speech, Anisuzzaman said that the country’s GDP has remained largely unaffected despite the…

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said falsehood is being made against BNP’s politics. “BNP is being blamed for every bad things taking place in the country now. These efforts are intentional. As BNP has the potentials and possibilities to run the state in future, this propaganda is being spread to defame it,” he said. Fakhrul was addressing a discussion titled “Expectations of the youth and BNP’s plan for the future of Bangladesh” organized by Chhatra Dal, Jubo Dal and Swechchhasebak Dal marking International and National Youth Day at Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center…

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convenor Nahid Islam today said there will be no compromise regarding the July Charter — not even one percent — despite the party having made some earlier concessions on issues such as the July Declaration. “For the last one year, we have made concessions; we compromised on the July Declaration. But there will be no compromise regarding the July Charter — not even one percent,” he said. The NCP Covenor was addressing the Youth conference organized by the NCP youth wing, Jatiya Juboshokti at the Krishibid Institute in the city marking the International Youth…

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today said the interim government is committed to strengthening democracy and giving power back to the people of Bangladesh. “We are committed to strengthening democracy and giving power back to its rightful owner — the people,” he said. The Bangladesh Chief Adviser made the remarks while delivering his speech at a special convocation ceremony of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) here. The ceremony was arranged on the university campus to confer an honorary doctorate on Prof Yunus in recognition of his contribution to promotion of social business. Speaking on the occasion, Prof…

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday morning held bilateral talks at Malaysia’s administrative capital Putrajaya and discussed ways to strengthen the relationship in diverse areas of mutual benefit. During the official talks, the two leaders reviewed the progress in diverse areas and outlined steps towards elevating the relations between Dhaka and Kuala Lumpur to a new height. Both in the “restricted meeting and delegation-level meeting”, they reviewed the progress of Bangladesh-Malaysia relations, particularly in the areas of trade and investment, labour, education and tourism. The discussions also included regional and…