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The two-day Rafi Memorial Open Table Tennis Tournament, organized by Nobin Mela, has concluded today, August 20 followed by prize distribution ceremony at the Safa Arcade Convention Center in Chattogram. Renowned Ekushey Padak awardee Captain Azizul Islam attended the closing event as the chief guest, while Zahidul Karim Kochi, Member Secretary of the Chattogram Press Club , philanthropist and veteran journalist Osman Gani Mansur, and former president Shafiqul Alam Khan were present as special guests. Jamal Uddin Babul, President of Nobin Mela presided. Other guests included General Secretary of Nobin Mela Subir Kumar Nath, Joint Secretary Harun Rashid, Standing Committee…
The Rafi Smrithi Open Table Tennis Tournament-2025, organized by Nabin Mela, has begun Tuesday on Aug 19 that will end Wednesday on Aug 20, 2025 at Safa Arcade Convention Center. The event was inaugurated this morning by Tax Commissioner (Appeal) Mrs Samina Islam as chief guest and will end tomorrow with prize distribution ceremony where Chattogram City Corporation Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain is expected to attend as chief guest. Jahidul Karim Kochi, General Secretary of Chattogram Press Club, and Osman Gani Mansur, Editor of The Daily People’s View will remain present as special guests on the occasion. The event witnessed…
Tritorongo, a leading cultural organization in Chattogram has launched its monsoon celebration with children’s art competition as part of the two-day festival titled “Aaj Sraboner Amontrone” at Nasirabad office on Wednesday. The theme of the competition was “Monsoon and Nature”, where enthusiastic children and teenagers participated. Osman Gani Monsur, eminent journalist and Chairman of Tritorongo’s 40th Anniversary Celebration Committee inaugurated the event while. Shaon Pantho, Secretary General of the organization presided. Renowned artists Piyush Chandra Sarkar and Mousumi Rahman Mita served as judges for the competition. “This kind of initiative will enhance children’s reflective thinking and nurture their creative potential.”,…
The Muslim Ummah of North America (MUNA) is exploring plans to expand its flagship event—the Muslim Ummah Grand Conference—to other states across the United States, MUNA officials announced during a press briefing on the final day of their annual three-day event. For the past seven consecutive years, the MUNA Conference has been held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in the heart of Philadelphia. If a suitable venue is found, there are plans to organize the conference in any state in the U.S. On the third and final day of the 8th Annual Three-Day Grand Conference, on Sunday morning (August 10),…
A standout discussion titled ” The Legacy of Light: Early Muslim Contributions to the Global Spread of Islam” was organized on the second day of its three-day 8th Annual Convention held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center by the Muslim Ummah of North America (MUNA)—the U.S.’s largest expatriate Muslim organization—organized.” The gathering, running from noon through the evening, drew thousands to reflect on the profound historical, cultural, and intellectual achievements of early Muslims. Prominent Islamic scholars, including Dr. Mizanur Rahman Azhari—joining virtually—delivered Qur’an-based lectures and tafsir, illuminating how foundational contributions from early Muslims continue to resonate and shape the modern world.…
‘Jokhon Porbe Na Mor Payer Chinho Ei Baate’: Tritorongo Observes 22nd Srabon With Tribute To Rabindranath Tagore
Leading cultural organisation Tritorongo in Chattogram hosted a special event titled “Jokhon Porbe Na Mor Payer Chinho EiBaate” at its Nasirabad office to commemorate the 84th death anniversary of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore on 22nd Srabon, Friday evening. Osman Gani Mansur, president of Tritoraogo’s 40th Anniversary Celebration Committee and Editor of The Daily People’s View chaired the event while ShawonPantho, Founder and General Secretary of the organization delivered the welcome speech. Ijabur Rahman, Founder and Secretary General of Uplobdhi Foundation, and cultural activist Rakhee Dey participated in the discussion. The programme commenced with a group performance by child artistes of…
Mohiuddin Shah Alam Nipu, a valiant freedom fighter, respected educationist, and prominent figure in Bangladesh’s literary and social circles, passed away on August 1, 2025, following injuries sustained in a road accident. He was 73. Nipu was returning from the 64th APEX Convention, held at Hotel Radisson Blu in Dhaka on July 31, when the accident occurred. Despite receiving medical care at Shamorita Hospital, Dhaka, he succumbed to his injuries the following day. He is survived by his wife Nasreen, a son, and a daughter, along with a wide circle of relatives, friends, and admirers. His Namaj-e-Janaza was held after…
July Uprising Captured In Frame: Photos will stand as testimony to history, says CCC Mayor
Chattogram City Mayor Dr Shahadat Hossain has said that the photographs of the July Uprising will serve as testimony to history and a powerful reminder of the nation’s struggle. He made the remarks while inaugurating a three-day photo exhibition titled ‘July Revolution on Camera’ at the VIP Lounge of Chattogram Press Club at 11 am on Saturday. “We refer to July-August as a 36-day revolution. But the incidents of enforced disappearances, murders, and extrajudicial killings during this period reflect not just 36 days-but the oppression of the last 16 years,” said Dr Shahadat. “It would be a grave injustice…
Muhammad Ismail Hossain, former Deputy Director (DDPI) of the Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Directorate for Chittagong Division, passed away on Friday morning at his residence in Barishal. He was 103. He is survived by his wife, seven daughters, three sons, and a large number of relatives and well-wishers. He was laid to eternal rest at local Bagicha Muslim graveyard. after janaza following Asr prayers on Friday. Late Ismail Hossain had also served as Deputy Director at Dhaka Holy Family Hospital between 1903 and 1906, before retiring from service.
A month-long tree plantation program was inaugurated at the premises of Chattogram Journalist Housing Society in a joint initiative with the Rotary Club of Islamabad yesterday. Veteran journalist and Rotarian Osman Gani Mansur attended the event as Chief Guest while Rotary Club President Dr. Asif Iqbal, Secretary PP Mahfuzur Rahman, and PP Professor Dr. Monirul Hasan were special guests on the occasion. Society’s President, advocate and journalist Sukhmoy Chakraborty chaired the discussion. Besides, journalists Sirajul Haque, Shotoda Barua, Society’s General Secretary Mohammad Nawshad, Engineer Mahbubul Alam, Sarwar Kabir Chowdhury, Rotaract President Riyad, Mohammad Mafizul Islam, S.M. Nuruchfa, Mohammad Almagir Chowdhury,…