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Ruhul Quddus Khan takes charge as Unilever Bangladesh CEO

Dhaka Mirror
Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Unilever Bangladesh Limited (UBL) has appointed Ruhul Quddus Khan as its chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director, with effect from November 1. Ruhul, a career Unilever leader, began his journey with the company in 1996 as a trainee under the Unilever Future Leaders’ Programme at the Kalurghat factory. Over his ... Read more

Samsung TV crowned best brand for 2025-26

Dhaka Mirror
Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Superbrands has honored Samsung TV with the Best TV Brand award for the second time in a row for its excellence in TV manufacturing at the gala event held on September 20 at Le Méridien Dhaka, said a press rlease on Saturday. This award comes as Samsung TV continues to be ... Read more

North Bay low : Rain forecast for Bangladesh

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com Many parts of the country is expected to witness moderate to heavy and very heavy rainfall in the coming days due to the formation of a low-pressure system over the north Bay and adjoining coastal areas, the Met office said in its latest forecast. According to Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s 120-hour weather ... Read more

Tourism Fest 2025 takes place at Dhaka Regency

Dhaka Mirror
City Desk : dhakamirror.com With festive decor, live food counters, and a vibrant ambiance, Tourism Fest 2025 was inaugurated at Dhaka Regency’s rooftop restaurant Grill On The Skyline at 5:00pm on Wednesday, said a press release. The Inauguration programme was held successfully with the joyful presence of Shahid Hamid FIH, executive director and managing director ... Read more

Bashundhara Residential Area embraces electric shuttle buses

Dhaka Mirror
City Desk : dhakamirror.com In Dhaka, rickshaw pullers are known for charging higher fares, and even short rides can set passengers back between Tk50 and Tk70. For school students or their guardians, that fare gets doubled. To tackle this problem as well as to reduce traffic congestion, an electric shuttle bus service has been launched ... Read more

22% minors in Bangladesh’s sex trade

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com At least 22 percent of victims of commercial sexual exploitation (abuse of a person, or a minor, through sexual activities in exchange for money, goods, or other benefits) in Bangladesh are children, said speakers at an event yesterday. They shared the information at the launch of “Project Shurakkha”, an initiative of ... Read more

WB Reports Bangladesh Heat Costs at $1.78 Billion in 2024

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com Rising temperatures in Bangladesh are fueling a surge in heat-related illnesses, leading to the loss of 250 million workdays in 2024 and economic losses estimated at $1.33–1.78 billion, representing about 0.3 to 0.4 percent of Bangladesh’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024, according to a new World Bank report. The report ... Read more

Orientation programme held at UCSI University

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com UCSI University in Banani, Dhaka held its orientation programme for new students of the September 2025 semester on its campus on Saturday, said a press release. New students, their parents, and faculty members attended the event. Special guests included Prof Mohd Kushairi bin Mohd Rajuddin from UCSI University Malaysia and Registrar ... Read more

Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad 2 in Bangladesh

Dhaka Mirror
Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Pad 2 in Bangladesh, offering an advanced display, long battery life, and enhanced sound to improve the digital experience for local users. The device features an 11-inch 2.5K display with a 90Hz refresh rate, delivering a smooth experience for streaming, content creation, and gaming. Its adaptive ... Read more

Google Pay Launching in Bangladesh Next Week

Dhaka Mirror
Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Google Pay is set to make its debut in Bangladesh by the middle of next week, ushering in a new era of hassle-free digital transactions for users. In partnership with global payment giants Mastercard and Visa, City Bank will roll out the contactless payment service at the Westin Dhaka hotel on ... Read more

Khaleda receives warm welcome upon her return home from London

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia arrived at her Gulshan residence, Firoza, at about 1:30pm on Tuesday after returning from London, where she had undergone four months of medical treatment. The special aircraft, an air ambulance provided by the Qatari royal family, carrying Khaleda Zia landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International ... Read more

Police clearance no longer required for passports

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus announced that police verification will no longer be necessary for obtaining a passport, thereby reducing unnecessary hassle for citizens. “Getting a passport is a basic right. We have established a rule that eliminates the need for police verification,” he stated. While speaking at the opening session ... Read more

Metro rail achieves record 4 lakh daily passengers

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com Metro Rail has achieved a remarkable milestone by carrying over 400,000 passengers in a single day. The Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL), which operates the Metro Rail, announced this achievement on their official Facebook page on Friday night. For the first time, Metro Rail recorded 403,164 passengers. The Metro Rail ... Read more

Most people, about 66% think civil servants behave as if they are rulers

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com More than 100,000 participants have contributed their responses to reform commission’s online survey 80% of the respondents believe that the administration is not approachable for the general public, according to a survey conducted by the Public Administration Reform Commission. Additionally, 66% of participants feel that civil servants act as if they ... Read more

Green Delta launches Bangladesh’s first insurance for pets

Dhaka Mirror
Initially, the policy will cover dogs and cats Sukanta Halder Green Delta has launched the country’s first insurance for pets, which the insurer sees as a milestone for the industry. This innovative product provides crucial financial protection for beloved companion animals, covering a range of unforeseen events, including accidental injuries, critical illnesses, and specified diseases, ... Read more

Apex Bangladesh Fashion Legacy 2025 combines cultural heritage with global style trends

Dhaka Mirror
Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Keeping pace with global fashion trends while celebrating the country’s fashion heritage, innovative designs, and sustainable production, the second edition of the “Apex Bangladesh Fashion Legacy Fashion Show 2025” was held in Dhaka. This grand event took place at the Aloki Convention Hall at 7pm on February 8. The fashion show ... Read more

4-year bachelor’s degree at Nat’l Univ to transform into hybrid course

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com The interim government has announced plans to shorten the four-year bachelor’s program at the National University to three years, according to Prof M Aminul Islam, special assistant to the education adviser. At an event today at the International Mother Language Institute in Dhaka, which celebrated International Education Day, Aminul Islam stated ... Read more

Former Justice Abdur Rouf dies

Dhaka Mirror
News Desk : dhakamirror.com Former Chief Election Commissioner Justice Md Abdur Rouf has passed away at the age of 91. He died around 10:00 am while receiving treatment at Insaf Barakah Kidney and General Hospital in Dhaka, as stated in a press release. Justice Rouf had been battling heart disease, lung complications, kidney issues, and ... Read more