Bangladesh’s history in chess has been a long and noteworthy one, to say the least. After all, the country did produce the first-ever grandmaster of the Asian Subcontinent. Even in the historic run for the grandmaster title back in the 1980s, when Bangladesh was a new member of FIDE (The International Chess Federation), a woman chess player was wreaking havoc in the British Chess Championship, constantly securing top positions and even clinching 3 championship titles in the women’s category before Britain stopped participation of foreign players in the tournament; she is Rani Hamid. She graced the second episode of the second season of our thought leadership broadcast “Preronar Kotha" where she talked about her inspiration, challenges and vision for chess.

Rangs Motors has recently won a “Best Commercial Vehicle Dealer 2020-2021” award in “Overseas Market” category for selling the highest number of buses.

North South University observes the 46th martyrdom anniversary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and National Mourning Day 2021 on August 15 with due respect and solemnity maintaining social distancing due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Independent University, Bangladesh observes 'National Mourning Day 2021 by paying tribute to the Father of the Nation' on 14 August 2021 at 4:15 pm with a view to discussing the life and work of the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to pay tribute to him and his legacy. Presented guests shed light on Bangabandhu’s life and memorized his endless works for the rights of the people and for the country; uncompromising patriotism; finesse diplomacy; ethics and integrity; passion for democracy; futuristic and visionary leadership; and his non-negotiable fights for a just and equal society.

Doreen Hotels & Resorts is ready to woo the taste buds of foodies in the city by arranging a food festival called “GRILL ON FIRE” at its signature restaurant The Flair from August 12 to 21, 2021.

Mastercard, in collaboration with Daraz Bangladesh Limited, virtually announced the winners of the ‘Save.Spend.Win’ campaign

Unilever Bangladesh and Unilever Consumer Care yesterday provided Tk 71.84 million as workers’ share of profits to Labour Welfare Foundation under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. 

Unilever Bangladesh Ltd. (UBL), one of the largest Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) manufacturers in the country, has made authentic and quality products easily accessible and affordable for its customers through its newly launched e-commerce site- "Ushopbd.com". 

COVID-19 has shattered education systems worldwide, momentarily driving most youngsters out of school. Bangladesh is one of the countries most affected by a total closure, with about 40 million youngsters enrolling in school. Despite this, developed nations (the first and second world) are progressing well with online instruction yet problems remain (third-world countries). Despite serious government initiatives, for various key reasons, COVID-19 is having a negative impact on pupils in Bangladesh.

The Closing Ceremony of the three-day International Conference on Science and Contemporary Technologies (ICSCT) organized by the Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT) was held on August 07, 2021, in Dhaka, where nearly 200 researchers from more than 20 different countries of the world attended. Through virtual mode, the Conference was supported by the IEEE Bangladesh section, ICT Division of Bangladesh Govt. and PRAN-RFL Group, with a view to achieving scientific and technological developments in the fields of Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, industry 4 Applications, business informatics, robotics, cyber systems etc. A cultural program was also organized by BUBT Cultural Club after the Closing Session.

An international webinar on “Advancing Bangladesh’s Future by Integrating Life Performance and Skills-Based Models of Learning” at United International University (UIU) of Bangladesh was held virtually on August 04, 2021, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The programme was organised by the Bangladesh Local Chapter of the International Network for Outcome-Based Education (IN4OBE) in UIU, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

ActionAid Bangladesh and Dhrubotara Youth Development Foundation (DYDF) organized a dialogue on "Young People in Conversation with the DNCC Mayor: Making Dhaka an Inclusive Mega-City". The Daily Star was the media partner of the event. The dialogue was organized with the aim of harnessing youth power and youth engagement in the decision-making structure of the city corporation and in urban development.

Life is a complex process where we all have to follow a certain set of rules. We are going through a critical juncture. Covid is interfering with our normal and social life. Those who are dealing with this situation with courage are the real winners.

Butterfly Marketing has recently witnessed the appointment of a new managing director and chief executive officer.  The appointee, Mustafizur Rahman Shazid, had been serving Butterfly Group as chief operating officer. The appointment will take immediate effect, says a press release.

PRAN-RFL Group, one of the leading business conglomerates of the country, has given protective equipment to the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) for its members.

Agriculture Virtual Summit is the biggest agricultural program of Bangladesh organized by the Agri-Science Society (AgSS). It is one of the signature programmes of AgSS since 2020 organized once per year. The main purpose of this summit is to bring farmers, agricultural students, researchers, teachers and other farming enthusiasts under one umbrella by empowering them with knowledge.

A new international academic journal, devoted to the development and improvement of service quality in business and commerce, Journal for Service Quality Enhancement (JSQE) was launched on Saturday (July 31’ 2021).

CARE Bangladesh opened a 40-bed isolation center in Rohingya Camp 4 Extension at Cox's Bazar to treat and support the Rohingya community with mild to severe COVID-19 symptoms. The center is well-equipped with separate dormitories, washrooms and bathing spaces for male and female patients where doctors, ambulance, medicines, oxygen support, and COVID-19 sample collection services are available around-the-clock. The center, running on solar power, also plans to provide three meals a day to all patients. People with mild COVID-19 symptoms will be referred to the center from the various health facilities across the camps. CARE Bangladesh will monitor suspected and mild COVID-19 cases in the isolation center while moderate and severe cases will be referred to advanced medical facilities for treatment.

Strategic partners British Council, CCD Bangladesh and Mongol Deep Foundation will be organizing Bangladesh’s first ever online festival focusing on women and girls named ‘WOW Virtual Bangladesh’ from 29 to 30 July 2021 at 9.00 PM. The two-day festival aims to celebrate women and girl’s voices across the country, living in or beyond the margins of society and will feature counter-narratives of women who do not belong to the majority or mainstream but venture out in paths less travelled and succeed in paving new ways for gender equality.

“Prerona Mask”, made by the specially-abled individuals under Prerona Foundation’s ‘Amra Shikhi, Amra Pari’ programme, is now available on popular e-commerce platform Daraz. Interested customers can visit – https://www.daraz.com.bd/shop/prerona-foundation to view and purchase their favourite fabric facemasks. The programme aims to facilitate the economic inclusion of the country’s marginalised communities and create opportunities for the citizens to contribute towards a more equitable society through meaningful purchase.