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Turkey likely to restrict social media for U-15

UNB — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:51:59 +0600

Turkish lawmakers on Tuesday began debating a draft law package that seeks to limit children under 15 from accessing social media platforms, making Turkey the latest country to introduce measures aimed at protecting young people from online risks. If passed, the bill would require social media companies to implement age-verification systems, provide parental control tools, and respond quickly... Details

‘Over 13 lakh people above 15 enter job market annually’

UNB — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:16:21 +0600

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Monday told Parliament that on average some 13.6 lakh people aged 15 and above enter the job market every year in the country. He cited the figure from the Labour Force Survey 2024 while replying to a starred question from treasury bench lawmaker Joynal Abdin (Feni-2) during the question-and-answer session in the House. The... Details

Nepalis vote in first polls since Gen Z uprising for change

Click Ittefaq Desk. — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:09:28 +0600

Millions of Nepalis have voted in the country's first general election since violent youth-led protests toppled the government last September. Corruption, economic stagnation and inequality were the main issues in the vote. They sparked the uprising in which 77 people died, many of them protesters shot by police, BBC reports. The election represents a crossroads for... Details

Mizanur Rahman Sohel’s ‘Content Creator’ hits the market

Click Ittefaq Desk — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:05:33 +0600

A new book titled Content Creator, written by digital media strategist Mizanur Rahman Sohel, has been released for aspiring content creators who aim to build a successful career on digital platforms. The book has been available since Monday, 2 February, across all major online book-selling platforms in the country. It is distributed by Kingbodonty Publication, with Books Corner serving as an... Details

Australia extends social media age ban to Reddit and Kick

UNB — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:29:01 +0600

Australia has added Reddit and livestreaming platform Kick to the list of social media networks that must ban users under 16 from holding accounts, Communications Minister Anika Wells announced Wednesday. The two platforms join Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Threads, TikTok, X and YouTube in facing the world’s first legal requirement to block children below 16 starting December 10.... Details

10 European countries for Bangladeshi undergraduates in 2026

UNB — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 20:50:47 +0600

European nations have a rich legacy of top-standard education, offering globally recognised degrees. Beyond this academic excellence, some European countries charge low tuition fees for non-EU international students. For Bangladeshi undergraduate students, this combination of quality and affordability creates a rare opportunity for global learning. Let’s explore the 10 European... Details

CA calls for a resilient generation to tackle future challenges

UNB — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:41:57 +0600

Chief Adviser Professor Mohammad Yunus on Wednesday underscored the need for developing a resilient generation, stressing that effective human resource management is vital for ensuring both individual wellbeing and the nation’s sustainable progress. “We have all come together today to address a critically important issue in the health sector. For national development and progress,... Details

US State Department revokes 6,000 student visas

Click Ittefaq Desk — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:33:15 +0600

The State Department has revoked more than 6,000 international student visas because of violations of US law and overstays, the department told the BBC. The agency said the "vast majority" of the violations were assault, driving under the influence (DUI), burglary and "support for terrorism", BBC reports. The move comes as the Trump administration continues its crackdown on immigration and... Details

Build 'three zero clubs' to save the planet, CA urges youths

Click Ittefaq Desk — Fri, 30 May 2025 18:45:18 +0600

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus today urged the youths to build 'three zero clubs' to save the planet from destruction saying the planet will not sustain under the current civilization. "The civilisation we are building today is a self-destructive civilisation that will kill (the planet)," he said while delivering his lecture at Soka University in Tokyo, BSS reports Prof Yunus... Details

CPD urges digital tools for youth

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 21 May 2025 19:31:33 +0600

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has laid emphasis on providing young people with the tools to participate in the digital world for mitigating unemployment, fostering innovation, driving economic growth, and promoting social inclusion. The private think tank also observed that the broader digital divide must be addressed to ensure benefits for all youth from technology by facilitating... Details

Mehdi, his friends receive Ekushey Padak

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:48:52 +0600

This year, Mehdi Hasan Khan was nominated for the Ekushey Padak in the category of Science and Technology. He is widely regarded as the architect of the Avro Keyboard. However, Mehdi expressed reluctance to accept the award alone. Upon contacting him, Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki learned that three of his friends had also contributed significantly to the development of Avro... Details

U.S. Embassy honors six AWE business pitch winners

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:32:35 +0600

The U.S. Embassy Dhaka, in partnership with BRAC University's Center for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), celebrated six extraordinary women entrepreneurs at the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Business Pitch Winner Announcement on Wednesday. These entrepreneurs, who won the pitch competition, were recognized for their innovative and impactful business ideas during the event, which... Details

Rezaul Karim named first Bangladeshi judge for ICA Awards 2025

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 18:56:27 +0600

Rezaul Karim has made history as the first Bangladeshi selected to judge the prestigious International Compliance Association (ICA) Awards 2025. The awards, hosted in Birmingham, U.K., recognize excellence in compliance and financial crime prevention, according to a statement. Rezaul, a seasoned professional and former HSBC Assistant Vice President of Financial Crime Investigations, will... Details

MoU Signed between SMUCT and SED

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 19:17:02 +0600

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT) and the School of Entrepreneurship Development (SED) have signed a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance the educational and career opportunities for students. This partnership signifies a collaborative effort to equip SMUCT students with the practical skills and global exposure needed to thrive in today’s competitive... Details

Mahbub Rahman champions impactful entrepreneurship in Bangladesh

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:59:03 +0600

Mahbub Rahman, a driving force behind Bangladesh's entrepreneurial ecosystem, recently participated in the prestigious "Impact Pioneers '24" program. Held in Stockholm, Sweden, the initiative brought together 63 exceptional leaders from 22 countries, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange around building sustainable businesses, according to a statement. Rahman completed his BBA and... Details

BYLC awards €3,000 to each EYLF winning team

Desk Report — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 23:57:16 +0600

The Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC) concluded its Empowered Youth Labour Force (EYLF) Project on Wednesday with a closing ceremony at Lakeshore Hotel, uniting young leaders committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in Bangladesh. Supported by the Dutch government’s Orange Knowledge Programme and implemented by BYLC in collaboration with James P. Grant School of... Details

Youth fair awards young achievers

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 11:04:08 +0600

A remarkable event unfolded at the Department of Youth Development’s Conference Hall. EDUCO Bangladesh, Nari Maitree, and Shocheton Society co-hosted the Achievement Fair, which celebrated the inspiring journeys of talented youth from Dhaka and Rajshahi who have triumphed over significant challenges in pursuit of their dreams. The fair honored young achievers in various fields, including... Details

A comprehensive guide for post-HSC students

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:41:08 +0600

For many HSC graduates, studying abroad is a dream that promises both academic and personal growth. The opportunity to gain global exposure, access world-class education, and build a successful career drives this ambition. However, realizing this dream requires careful planning, from exams to documentation. Let’s explore this comprehensive guide outlining the essential preparation for... Details

Bangladesh's Dynamic Duo: Nobel and Misme Reign Supreme in the Vlogging Realm

Ittefaq Online Desk — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:48:52 +0600

"Nobel Mahmud and Misme Mahmud, a husband-and-wife duo, are renowned vloggers, influencers, and YouTubers hailing from Bangladesh, specializing in daily life vlogs. While many create content solely for monetary gain, for Misme Mahmud, content creation is a beloved hobby. Her journey as a social media influencer began in 2018, and by 2023, she proudly holds ambassadorial roles with six... Details

Youth Led Diplomacy and Politics: Fostering International Relations

Diwakar Aryal — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:34:29 +0600

Young people bring new perspectives, innovative ideas, and a readiness to interact with various cultures and viewpoints. Young people have access to knowledge and ideas from all over the world via global connectivity. They have a distinctive perspective on world issues as a result, and they are playing a bigger role in determining how international relations are shaped. Participating in... Details

ODOMMO aims to increase girls' access to formal education

Click Ittefaq Desk — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:24:20 +0600

The ODOMMO project, a collaboration between the MALALA Fund and JAAGO Foundation Trust, aims to increase girls' access to formal education. Poverty, gender discrimination, social norms, and environmental hazards hinder girls' education at various levels. This project also aims to create a supportive learning environment, raise awareness and advocate for girls' rights, and provide quality... Details

MOTIF® supports and assist entrepreneurs

Click Ittefaq Desk — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 18:46:15 +0600

MOTIF® , a leading advertising and branding agency founded by Bangladeshi Origin Entrepreneur Ashiquzzaman Ome known as Ash Ome, is making waves in the industry with its groundbreaking approach to client partnerships. Unlike traditional advertising and marketing agencies, MOTIF® takes a comprehensive and holistic approach, focusing on optimizing the entire customer experience and delivering... Details

Empowering the Next Generation of Bangladesh Leaders

Click Ittefaq Desk — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 12:06:28 +0600

Augmedix was founded in 2012 with a mission to revolutionize healthcare through technology that would enable doctors to provide better care for their patients. A tech company dedicated to helping others, Augmedix’s greatest strength lies within its own people, a group of dynamic and highly motivated individuals who have come together with the goal of changing the way that healthcare is... Details

Call for applicants of 2024-2025 Hubert H Humphrey Fellowship Program begins

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 13:36:18 +0600

The Public Diplomacy Section of the US Embassy in Bangladesh warmly announces that recruitment for the 2024-2025 Hubert H Humphrey Fellowship Program has begun. This unique, one-year program is open to professional candidates in the public and private sectors, including from non-governmental organizations. The Hubert H Humphrey Fellowship Program is one of the US Government's prestigious... Details

New Executive committee of DSSA announced

Click Ittefaq Desk — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:50:45 +0600

The newly elected Executive Committee of the Dhanmondi Govt Boys High School Scout Alumni Association (DSSA) has been constituted. Sarojit Baral has been elected as the president of the executive council, and Panth Rahman has assumed the role of general secretary. The other members of the committee are Vice Presidents Masuk Ahmed and Asif Al Mamun, and Treasurer Md. Nasif Al Noor. On June 2nd,... Details

GIS and UK’s Royal Schools of Music collaborate to inspire future musical excellence

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:17:35 +0600

The signing ceremony between Glenrich International School (GIS) and the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) took place on Wednesday at the GIS campus in Dhaka to open up a world of opportunities for GIS students to excel in performing arts and music. The signing ceremony between GIS and ABRSM took place on May 31, 2023, at the GIS Campus. Dignitaries from both institutions,... Details

US-Bangla Airlines sending 11 more pilots to USA on training

Click Ittefaq Desk — Mon, 29 May 2023 10:13:38 +0600

US-Bangla Airlines, one of the country's private carriers, is ready to send its second batch of cadet pilots to the United States (US) to receive no-cost training to become aviators. In an effort to increase client confidence in the carrier and ensure aviation safety, US-Bangla has taken the initiative to train pilots through a fully-funded program to meet the continuously increasing demand... Details

JENESYS Reporting Session 2022 held at Ambassador’s residence

Click Ittefaq Desk — Tue, 23 May 2023 13:32:33 +0600

Embassy of Japan held a reporting session for “JENESYS2022” participants at the ambassador’s residence in Dhaka on May 22. JENESYS (Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths) is an initiative by the Government of Japan to promote people-to-people exchange programmes between Japan and the Asia-Pacific region, according to a press release. The program started... Details

Glenrich welcoming parents to tour campus, experience learning facilities

Click Ittefaq Desk — Tue, 16 May 2023 10:18:51 +0600

Glenrich International School has arranged recently a campus tour for parents to give them an opportunity to have a glimpse of the magnificence of the campus where their kids will be exposed to a world-class learning opportunity. The construction work of the school infrastructure has recently been completed and the campus is ready for the learners and visitors. On this occasion, parents... Details

24 students receive Huawei BUET ICT Academy certification

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 16:19:27 +0600

The first batch of ‘Huawei BUET ICT Academy’ has successfully completed its four months training this week. As a completion of this firm training 24 students have been awarded certifications from the academy. The certification was handed to the students by Satya Prasad Majumder, Vice Chancellor, and Prof. Abdul Jabbar Khan, Pro Vice-Chancellor; and Zhangcheng, Director of Huawei... Details

STS Group launches Glenrich International School (GIS) to promote ‘School of Life’

Click Ittefaq Desk — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:52:54 +0600

STS Group has launched a premium Cambridge curriculum school in Bangladesh, Glenrich International School (GIS) on April 6, 2023, through a campus inauguration ribbon-cutting ceremony, to promote the idea of ‘School of Life’ and prepare the learners for the future world. The chief guest of the ceremony was Education Minister Dr. Dipu Moni. The guest of honor was Commerce... Details

Spring Carnival held in Siddiqui's International School

Click Ittefaq Desk — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:43:35 +0600

Students and teachers of Siddiqui's International School celebrated Spring Carnival with loads of zeal and enthusiasm. To get acquainted with the tradition and culture of Bengal, Siddiqui's International School organized a Spring Carnival on March 11. The color green holds great significance in Bangladesh. For this, the theme of the carnival was green. Children of this school knew... Details

Science fair held for students in International Hope School

Click Ittefaq Desk — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 15:01:38 +0600

International Hope School, Primary, Uttara sectionhasorganiseda Science Fair on the school campus at the indoor Basketball fieldon 4th March 2023. The fair displayed 126 projects, prepared by students from Grade 1 to Grade 5 focusing on Plant Kingdom, Scientists, Branches of Science, Nobel world and Scientists of future respectively. The main aim of the event was to promote the... Details

Plan International BD join hands with GP to empower 4.5 lac marginalized youth

Click Ittefaq Desk — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:01:54 +0600

To contribute to the vision of transforming Bangladesh into a smart Bangladesh by 2041, international development organization Plan International Bangladesh and connectivity partner to Digital Bangladesh, Grameenphone have started a joint initiative to reach 23 lakh people from the most marginalized community of the country with the training on digital literacy and online safety. Among this... Details

Mobassera becomes ABAST president

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 22:03:40 +0600

Mobassera Jahan Fatima, a Ph.D. researcher from Ankara University Journalism Department, has become the president of the Association of Bangladeshi Students in Turkey (ABAST), an organization representing Bangladeshi students in Turkey for a century. Besides, Abdullah Al Mahmud and Mehedi Hasan have become the organization's general secretary and organizing secretary. Also, a hundred-member... Details

A career pathway for girls designed to ensure a better future for women

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 14:52:36 +0600

With an objective to enable and empower adolescent girls through relevant career guidance and information, CARE Bangladesh brings upon ‘Amar shopno, amar golpo’ – a booklet primarily catered to married and unmarried adolescent girls. The book was launched through an event on December 21, 2022 at Chameli House, CIRDAP. The event was attended by Prof. Nehal Ahmed, DG, DSHE; ILiza Azyei, Unit... Details

US Embassy accepting applications for Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:08:12 +0600

US Embassy Dhaka has announced the call for applications for the 2022-23 Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program. The programme provides scholars the opportunity to conduct post-doctoral research at U.S. institutions ranging from an academic semester to a full academic year. If selected, scholars will receive a six-to-nine-month research or lecturing grant, beginning in September... Details

U.S. Embassy announces the 2023-2024 Kennedy-Lugar YES program

Click Ittedaq Desk — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:52:15 +0600

The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce a call for applications for the 2023-2024 Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program. The YES program provides merit-based scholarships for Bangladeshi secondary students (between the ages of 15-17 years old) to spend one academic year studying at an American high school, living with a host family, and sharing their culture with Americans... Details

Architecture Student Exhibition is going to take place at BUET

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 17:18:05 +0600

Department of Architecture, BUET will arrange an exhibition on student projects, from 2nd September 2022 to 4th September 2022 at the premises. The event will be inaugurated by the Vice Chancellor of BUET- Prof. Dr. Satya Prasad Majumder at 4:30 pm on the 2nd of September and will continue from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm on the following days. It will showcase the students' projects from... Details

Seeds For The Future moves onto next phase with 30 top students

Click Ittefaq Desk — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 13:27:29 +0600

Seeds For The Future 2022, Bangladesh announces 30 top students for the third round of this global competition. Based on the student’s CGPA, Academic Knowledge, Creativity/Project Idea, and proficiency in English the jury board consisting of Huawei staff, project manager, and university teachers has shortlisted these candidates out of 200 participants in the 2nd round. Initially,... Details

Ukrainian refugee in Germany tell her story

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:31:24 +0600

Since Russia launched a full-scale military invasion into Ukraine on February 24, many Ukrainian fled by crossing the country's border in search of safety. Many family had made a desperate escape from the city after heavy Russian bombardments. Two Ukrainian sisters, Taya (15) and Yana (18) along with their family members also left Ukraine as Russia pounded the capital of Kyiv and other cities... Details

UniSearch: The Complete Platform Connecting Students and Universities to Launch in Bangladesh

Click Ittefaq Desk — Wed, 11 May 2022 14:08:37 +0600

UniSearch, a Sydney-based EdTech company and international student recruitment solutions provider founded by Bangladesh-born Australian Mr. Ashraf Haq, is preparing to begin onsite operations in Bangladesh in 2022. This move follows upon UniSearch’s digital platform launch earlier this year. UniSearch simplifies the study abroad process for students through the flexibility of various... Details

Start the dream of becoming a pilot with US-Bangla Airlines

Click Ittefaq desk — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 12:53:21 +0600

Do you dream about flying in the blue skies? Do you ever wonder how to fulfill those dreams? If you ever wonder how to become a pilot, US-Bangla Airlines, one of the largest private airlines in Bangladesh, has taken initiative to make meritorious students pilots at its own expense. In order to become a pilot in student-pilot training programme, meritorious students who get GPA of 5 in SSC and... Details

What you need to know about becoming a Computer Science and Engineering major

Nawrin Mahzabin — Sat, 12 Mar 2022 13:05:05 +0600

CSE stands for Computer Science and Engineering. Softwares, like algorithms, programming, data structures, embedded system, parallel computing, computer graphics and sometimes also the encryption and descrytions are discussed here. Computer engineering major studies hardware, software and the principles of computing and electrical engineering. It use computer science, engineering and... Details

British Council to give scholarships for Bangladeshi women

Click Ittefaq desk — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:55:09 +0600

British Council Bangladesh offers six fully funded scholarships for female students from the South Asia region as part of the British Council Scholarship for Women in STEM. STEM is an acronym for the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. They are looking for women with a background in science, technology, engineering and mathematics who can demonstrate their need for financial... Details