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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
Yamal

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
Fahim Saleh

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
Motorcycle in rain

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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Microwave ovens under BDT 30K

Whether it's quickly reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen foods, or even cooking complete meals, a good microwave oven can significantly cut down on kitchen time, making cooking very convenient. With the market flooded with options, here are some microwave ovens currently available in the local market that you can try out under the BDT 30,000 price tag.
20 March 2025
Astrography gear

Five essential gears to begin your astrophotography journey

From capturing stunning shots of the Milky Way to photographing rare cosmic events, Bangladesh’s astrophotography community is growing, fuelled by curiosity and creativity. Here are five essential pieces of gear to help you embark on your own astrophotography journey.
25 February 2025
Bangla ebook reader apps

Bangla eBook reader apps you can try out

If you're looking for Bangla eBook reader apps to add to your reading experience, here are some free ones you can try out. All these apps are available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
20 February 2025
Team Redwings

New esports champions crowned at NSU Tech Fest

NSU Tech Fest 2025 has recently wrapped up, featuring four esports tournaments: Valorant (male), Valorant (female), EA Sports FC 25, eFootball Mobile, and the crowning of new esports champions.
18 February 2025
Diecast cover

Small cars, big passion: A local diecast celebration

On February 7, 2025, Dhaka’s Riddhi Book Cafe Gallery transformed into a hub for automotive connoisseurs and history enthusiasts alike, as the Diecast Collectors of Bangladesh (DCBD) hosted its 9th annual convention, bringing together collectors, fans, and curious onlookers to celebrate the art of scale model cars. Countless diecast models—from vintage trucks to sleek modern supercars—crowded the tables, proving that big passion can come in very small packages.
8 February 2025
Portable monitors Bangladesh

Our top picks for portable monitors

As remote work, gaming, and content creation become more popular, the demand for portable monitors is on the rise in Bangladesh. Here are our picks for five portable monitors available in the local market, combining portability with performance to help you choose the best one for your needs. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.
27 January 2025
For bikers who rely on their motorcycles for daily commutes or leisurely rides, proper winter maintenance is crucial,

Motorcycle maintenance tips for winter

Winter in Bangladesh, while not as severe as in many parts of the world, still poses unique challenges for motorcyclists. Here are six essential motorcycle maintenance tips for winter, each with practical advice for keeping your ride in top shape.
14 January 2025
FF7

Top 7 video games of 2024: our picks

2024 has been a landmark year in gaming, offering an exceptional range of titles across genres for every type of player. Whether you’re a fan of deep narrative-driven RPGs, high-stakes action, or engaging co-op experiences, this year’s releases have been nothing short of stellar.
29 December 2024
Mid range smartphones Bangladesh

Mid-range smartphones under 50K: our picks

To help you in your search for a brand new smartphone under the affordable BDT 50,000 price tag, check out our list below. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.
15 December 2024
Room heaters recommendations

Room heaters for this winter: our recommendations

As winter approaches and forecasts predict an especially cold season this year, room heaters have become essential in Bangladesh for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment. To help you make an informed decision, here are our top picks for room heaters to keep your home cosy this upcoming winter. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.
27 November 2024
Orion

Bangladeshi photographer captures stunning nebulae with self-made telescope

Astrophotographer Zubuyer Kaolin captures a stunning Orion Nebula image with a self-built telescope
7 November 2024
D1 Mobile Mania 2024

"Country's biggest" mobile esports tournament crowns new champions

Deemed the "biggest mobile esports tournament in Bangladesh", D1 Mobile Mania 2024 had a total prize pool of BDT 30 lakh, with over 1,700 local esports players and over 250 local esports teams competing in Call Of Duty: Mobile (CODM), Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB), and eFootball 2024.
14 July 2024
Crisis Requital

'Crisis Requital' wins MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3

Crisis Requital, an esports team from Bangladesh, won the finals of MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3, the official Bangladeshi tournament for the mobile game 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang'.
12 May 2024
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Two Bangladeshi teams qualify for MLBB World Cup South Asia

Two Bangladeshi esports teams, CMF Kral’s Council and MLT Crisis Requital, have reached the finals of the MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3, the official Bangladeshi tournament for the mobile game 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang'. Subsequently, by reaching the finals, both teams have qualified for the South Asian round of the MLBB World Cup, to be held later this year. 
11 May 2024
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Prionty wins PUBG Creative Vision Award as first Bangladeshi

Samia Hossain Prionty, a sixteen-year-old PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) player from Bangladesh, has recently won the Silver award in the annual 'Creative Vision Award' segment of PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2023. The creative work that she submitted for the contest was an in-game firearm design for PUBG Mobile, named 'Pixel Glitch' for the UMP45 gun, a weapon from the game.
18 April 2024
Bangladesh Valorant esports

Bangladeshi all-female Valorant teams qualify for international tournament

Two all-female Valorant teams from Bangladesh, Team Hexagon and Team Celestials, have secured qualification for the South Asian round of the VCT Game Changers tournament, an esports event officially hosted by Riot Games, the maker of Valorant.
7 April 2024
Hasibul BRACU

A peek inside Hasibul's journey of community-driven freshwater conservation

Hasibul’s project focuses on revitalising Dhaka’s Banani Lake and the Korail slum in Dhaka through a community-driven freshwater conservation effort. In an exclusive interview, we dive into Hasibul's journey so far, details about his externship, and the passions that drive him to save the environment in this rapidly changing modern world.
10 February 2024
Valorant women series

Second edition of Women Valorant Championship finds its Champions

The grand finals of the second edition of eBlaze Women Series Valorant Championship 2024, hosted by EMK Center, has just wrapped up. Last year's winners, team 'Morposix Celestials', clinched the championship this year as well by defeating team 'Hellbent Caraxes' with a score of 2-1 in the final game. 
4 February 2024
Hasibul BracU

BracU student receives $2000 grant from National Geographic Society

Hasibul Hasan Ahmed, a final-year Computer Science and Engineering student at Brac University, received a $2000 seed grant for his research externship on 'Community and Conservation' from the National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy.
2 January 2024
IIT Bombay Techfest

Team from Bangladesh becomes runners-up at IIT Bombay Techfest

Team DUET Cogent, a robotics team from Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET), has recently earned second place in the 'Meshmerize' segment at IIT Bombay Techfest 2023. Held this year in Mumbai from December 27 to 29, IIT Bombay Techfest is among the largest college-level tech festivals in Asia. 
31 December 2023

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