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WICO 2026

Bangladeshi students win big at World Invention Creativity Olympics 2026

27 July 2026
Teams of Bangladeshi students won two gold medals and two silver medals at the World Invention Creativity Olympics (WICO) 2026 held in Seoul, South Korea.
27 July 2026
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Research Funding in Higher Education

27 July 2026
Bangladesh has no shortage of university graduates. What it continues to lack is the research needed to solve its own problems.
27 July 2026
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Smart campus, bigger ambitions

27 July 2026
As universities increasingly adapt to the demands of the digital age, higher education institutions are investing in smart technologies, research and industry-focused learning to prepare graduates for an evolving workforce.
27 July 2026
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How cooling vests are changing football

19 July 2026
As football grows faster and more physically demanding, one opponent continues to test even the world's best athletes: heat. 
19 July 2026
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Remembering Fahim Saleh, the entrepreneur who dreamed beyond borders

13 July 2026
Six years after his tragic death in New York, the legacy of Bangladeshi-American entrepreneur Fahim Saleh continues to live on through his extraordinary global tech ambitions and the path he forged for a new generation of Bangladeshi startup founders.
13 July 2026
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Shift / How to keep your motorcycle safe from rain

12 July 2026
While motorcycles are built to withstand rain, prolonged exposure to floodwater, mud, and moisture can damage vital components. However, a few preventive maintenance habits can avoid costly repairs and keep journeys safer.
12 July 2026
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Breaking the Blank Wall

24 June 2026
A wall that looks flat no matter how many coats of paint it receives. A living room that feels finished but somehow still empty. In many modern Bangladeshi homes, especially apartments built in quick succession with identical layouts, the problem is not space but sameness. Wallpaper has quietly stepped into that gap, not as a luxury, but as a way of giving identity to otherwise neutral interiors.
24 June 2026
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Making homes smarter with home pods

24 June 2026
Smart home technology is no longer a futuristic dream but an accessible reality for urban households in Bangladesh. From voice-controlled speakers to intelligent displays like the Google Nest and Amazon Echo, discover how choosing the right smart home hub can streamline your daily routines and centralize your home automation.
24 June 2026
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Shifting from colour to solutions

As Bangladesh’s paint industry continues to expand alongside the country’s construction and housing sectors, consumer expectations are evolving beyond colour and aesthetics.
28 June 2026
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Breaking the Blank Wall

A wall that looks flat no matter how many coats of paint it receives. A living room that feels finished but somehow still empty. In many modern Bangladeshi homes, especially apartments built in quick succession with identical layouts, the problem is not space but sameness. Wallpaper has quietly stepped into that gap, not as a luxury, but as a way of giving identity to otherwise neutral interiors.
24 June 2026
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Making homes smarter with home pods

Smart home technology is no longer a futuristic dream but an accessible reality for urban households in Bangladesh. From voice-controlled speakers to intelligent displays like the Google Nest and Amazon Echo, discover how choosing the right smart home hub can streamline your daily routines and centralize your home automation.
24 June 2026
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Why does your ceiling fan fail so soon?

While many treat ceiling fans as permanent fixtures, their performance depends on a delicate electrical balance that can easily be disrupted by heat and dust. This guide explores the mechanics of fan motors and capacitors, explaining why traditional induction fans fail and how modern BLDC technology offers a more reliable, energy-efficient alternative for Bangladeshi households.
24 June 2026
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AI set to play expanded role at 2026 World Cup

New systems will assist with offside decisions, create 3D player models, support match analysis and help protect participants from online abuse
11 June 2026
FIFA 2026 World Cup official ball

Why the 2026 FIFA ball needs to be charged before every match

A football that needs charging? But beneath the novelty lies a serious technological shift in how the game is officiated and analysed.
8 June 2026
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VAR: The tech that rewrites football decisions

With the 2026 World Cup just around the corner, VAR is no longer just a rulebook enforcer. It has grown into a full tech backbone inside the biggest stadiums.
24 May 2026
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Rising heat, soaring EMIs

As Bangladesh faces another scorching summer marked by rising temperatures and prolonged heatwaves, demand for air conditioners has surged across major cities. But alongside growing sales, another trend is becoming increasingly visible.
21 May 2026
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Data-driven banking for seamless transaction: Pubali Bank PLC

As Eid-ul-Adha drives a seasonal surge in shopping, travel and Qurbani-related spending across Bangladesh, banks are witnessing significant growth in digital payments, mobile banking and QR-based transactions.
20 May 2026
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Advancing Fertility Care in Bangladesh

As Bangladesh sees a steady rise in infertility cases alongside evolving expectations around parenthood, the need for specialised, patient-centred reproductive care has become more urgent than ever.
10 May 2026
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Caring for Mothers Beyond medicine

As Bangladesh continues to address gaps in maternal healthcare, the role of experienced obstetricians remains central to improving awareness and quality of care.
10 May 2026
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Owning EV: How easy is EV maintenance in Bangladesh?

Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a futuristic concept in Bangladesh.
5 May 2026
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EVs claim the spotlight at Dhaka Motor Show

The familiar hum of combustion engines was noticeably absent this year in the Dhaka Motor Show 2026. In its place: a quieter, more deliberate buzz that was powered by batteries, software, and ambition.
28 April 2026
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Choosing curtains for your apartment

As apartment living becomes more standardised, curtains have quietly become one of the most effective tools for personalising interiors.
21 April 2026
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Air inside your home isn't as safe as you think: Air purifier buyer's guide

Entry-level purifiers designed for small rooms typically start from around BDT 10,000 to BDT 18,000. These usually offer basic filtration and lower CADR, making them suitable for bedrooms or study spaces. Mid-range models, which cover most urban household needs, generally fall between BDT 20,000 and BDT 35,000.
16 April 2026
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Buying the Right Air Conditioner

As Bangladesh’s summers grow longer and urban apartment living expands, air conditioners are becoming an increasingly common household appliance. The air conditioning market in Bangladesh has grown sharply over the past decade. Once considered a luxury product used mainly in offices or affluent homes, air conditioners are now a routine purchase for many urban families seeking relief from rising temperatures.
16 April 2026
CMF eSports

Bangladeshi esports team qualify for Honor of Kings Major League

A Bangladeshi esports team named CMF eSports secured qualification for the Honor of Kings Major League Spring 2026, becoming the South Asian representatives in the professional league.
9 March 2026
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The Devotion Beneath Your Fingertips

There is a particular kind of joy that arrives in a padded box, bubble-wrapped and postal-stamped, containing nothing more than a set of plastic squares. To the uninitiated, it might seem absurd, perhaps even wasteful, to spend upwards of BDT 20,000 on a collection of tiny caps designed to sit atop keyboard switches. But within the mechanical keyboard community, keycap collecting is a craft.
7 March 2026
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Sound of the Season

Eid is, above all else, a celebration of togetherness. Gatherings are alive with conversation and the warm hum of shared moments. And what better companion to those moments than great sound? Whether you are hosting a sprawling family dawat, road-tripping to a relative's home, or simply indulging in a private retreat with your favourite playlist after a long day of festivities, the right speaker or headphone can make all the difference. This Eid, we have scoured the market to bring you a definitive guide, from wallet-friendly picks to luxury statements, so that every reader, regardless of budget, can gift themselves (or a loved one) the joy of exceptional audio.
7 March 2026
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Built for Bangladesh Conditions: Electro Mart Ltd.

In Bangladesh, heat, humidity and voltage instability make dependable refrigeration a necessity rather than a convenience. Performance is increasingly judged not by basic function but by consistency under real-world conditions.
25 February 2026

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