The inauguration of the three-day 7th International Conference on the Developments in Renewable Energy Technology (ICDRET 2024) was held on March 7 at 11 AM at UIU Campus. The conference was organised by the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering and the Centre for Energy Research of United International University (UIU), Bangladesh.

In a heartfelt tribute to the enduring friendship and invaluable contributions of Prof. Dr John Richards and Prof. Alex Berlanad, the International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT) organised a reception on March 6.

BRAC University unveiled its new campus through a “Meet and Greet with Media” event.

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) paid tribute to Dr A Majeed Khan, Founder President and President Emeritus, with a multifaceted memorial event on March 5 at the IUB auditorium.

Daffodil International University founder and Chairman of Daffodil Family Dr Md Sabur Khan received the NDF BD Life Time Achievement Award 2024. He was conferred with this honour at the inaugural function of NDF BD's 16th National Debate Carnival 2024 at Bangladesh Shishu Academy on March 1 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the country's ICT and education sector and special contribution to entrepreneurship development.

IUB Presents 1st Bangladesh Female Squash Tournament 2024 was held on February 28 and 29 at the brand-new squash court at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB).

Eminent Artist and Professor Mostafizul Haque, chairman of the board of trustees of Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology received the Mahatma Gandhi International Peace Awards 2023.

The 23rd Convocation of East West University (EWU) was held on February 28 at Aftabnagar Sports Ground in the capital. Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury awarded degrees to 2861 students of undergraduate and graduate programs at the convocation. Additionally, four students with exceptional talent were honoured with gold medals. 

London Grace International School arranged their "Graduation Ceremony & Winter Canopy" on February 29.

Averroes International School, a leading English medium institution in Bangladesh, celebrated its Annual Sports Competition and Freedom Fighters' Appreciation Ceremony-2024 on February 28 at Mohammadpur Government Physical Education College. The event welcomed Advocate Jahangir Kabir Nanak, Presidium Member and Minister, Ministry of Textiles and Jute, as the chief guest.

Despite acquiring valuable skills and experiences, returnee migrants face challenges in applying these skills within the local labour market, suggesting a need for targeted interventions to bridge this gap, findings of a recent report says.

February 26 marked the occasion of the cover unveiling of the book Nazrul Srishty Phire Dekha, jointly authored by Prof. Dr Eaysmin Ara Lekha, Vice Chancellor, Uttara University, Bangladesh, and Bela Das, Professor, Department of Bangla, Assam University, India, at the Ekushey Boi Mela. Kazi Nazrul Islam's granddaughter Khilkhuil Kazi and Prof. Dr Soumitra Sekhar Dey, Vice-Chancellor, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, presided over the unveiling.

On February 23, the 14th Bangladesh Physics Olympiad 2024 was held at American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB). Students from all over the country participated in the event at AIUB's permanent campus. 

University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) and Neural Semiconductor Ltd. (NSL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to embark on a transformative collaboration aimed at advancing semiconductor research and industry engagement.

The country’s first ever online quiz for high school and college-level students, organised by Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), has announced its champion. Muhammad Hasin Raihan from Dhaka College has triumphed at the “UCB Quiz” held for grade 10 – 12 students from all over Bangladesh.

North South University (NSU) organised a four-day-long training session for the early and mid-level researchers of Bangladesh to develop research capacity and become familiar with several tools and tests used to conduct neurocognitive developmental research. 

The Community Digital Storytelling Festival (CDSTF) held its first-ever two-day event on February 16 and 17 at the Daffodil Smart City. The festival concluded with the closing session featuring special screenings, guests, and parallel sessions.

BRAC Bank and BRAC University launched the fifth batch of Uddokta 101 recently. This cohort received a total of 75 applications from women entrepreneurs.

“Bangladesh is moving forward to become a developed country by 2041. To accelerate the trajectory of development, trade and commerce play a pivotal role. In the upcoming 13th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC) at Abu Dhabi, we will try to negotiate to get the best outcomes for our country as we are graduating from LDC in 2026,” said Ahasanul Islam (Titu), MP, State Minister, Ministry of Commerce, Bangladesh.

The Department of Civil Engineering of United International University (UIU) organised the inauguration of the Center for Smart Infrastructure Resilience and Sustainability (CSIRS-UIU) on February 10 at the UIU Campus.