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Md. Zahidur Rabbi is a writer, journalist, and communications specialist based out of Dhaka. He is currently a Reporter at The Daily Star.

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How droughts might change antibiotic resistance

11 April 2026, 14:18 PM
Drought may be accelerating the spread of antibiotic resistance through a largely overlooked pathway: the soil beneath our feet. 
11 April 2026, 14:18 PM
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From Apollo to Artemis: why is NASA doing a Moon mission in 2026

2 April 2026, 15:17 PM
NASA recently launched its Artemis II mission, marking the first crewed voyage beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972. The agency has described Artemis II as “the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years”.
2 April 2026, 15:17 PM
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Meta launches 2 new prescription-friendly smart glasses

31 March 2026, 22:01 PM
Meta has introduced two new smart glasses designed for users who require prescription lenses on March 31. 
31 March 2026, 22:01 PM
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This website lets you track fuel price and availability real time

9 March 2026, 00:19 AM
A new website created by a Bangladeshi software developer is helping motorists track fuel prices and availability at filling stations across the country in real time, as fears of supply disruption have led to long queues at pumps.
9 March 2026, 00:19 AM
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Note left by the former special assistant sets out recommendations for new ICT minister

8 March 2026, 16:58 PM
Before leaving office, Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, the former special assistant to the Chief Adviser in charge of Bangladesh’s ICT ministry, left behind a set of recommendations for the country’s new ICT minister, Fakir Mahbub Anam.
8 March 2026, 16:58 PM
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Special committee formed to examine PayPal launch in Bangladesh

8 March 2026, 15:57 PM
The government has formed a special committee to examine what is needed to launch PayPal in Bangladesh, according to a gazette notification issued by the Prime Minister’s Office on 2 March.
8 March 2026, 15:57 PM
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AI caricature trend: is it safe?

23 February 2026, 17:34 PM
A new social media trend encouraging users to generate AI-powered caricatures of themselves is spreading rapidly across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
23 February 2026, 17:34 PM
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This morning, Dhaka belonged to the children

13 February 2026, 22:10 PM
Day after polls, Dhaka’s empty streets briefly transformed into cricket fields and football grounds
13 February 2026, 22:10 PM
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Meet the software that wants to fix Dhaka traffic

Sigmind.ai, a Bangladesh-based AI company, has recently launched TrafficFlow, a software solution for real-time traffic management in urban environments. According to the startup, this AI-based software aims to address the bustling traffic challenges of Dhaka city.
19 March 2024, 10:01 AM
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79% female commuters in Dhaka experience sexual harassment on public transport: research says

Recent research led by BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health, BRAC University has shown study which indicates nearly 79% female commuters in Dhaka experience sexual harassment on public transport. Among which about 60% feel traumatised and 12% are unable to overcome the experience. The data consisted of 1030 respondents among which 60% were female and 40% were male. Analysis of the study titled ‘Transportation accessibility and Safety in Dhaka City: A Gender Based Assessment’ reveals that one in every six female commuters faces daily sexual harassment. 
11 March 2024, 12:07 PM
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Is Bangladesh witnessing a surge in female motorcycle users?

In a nation where traditional gender roles have long dictated societal norms a quiet revolution is underway on the streets of Bangladesh. In recent years, as more and more women are seizing the opportunity to use motorbikes daily, certain cultural perceptions and stereotypes are being effectively challenged.
7 March 2024, 18:00 PM
Images of the Padma from NASA's Landsat.

Here’s how NASA scientists study the Padma river

The Padma—a lifeline for thousands of people but also a force for change with far-reaching effects on those who live along its banks, flows through the centre of Bangladesh. Its flowing form has shaped and reshaped the terrain it passes through for decades, defying permanence. Now, satellite imagery from NASA’s Earth Observatory research lab reveals the Padma's dynamic nature, illustrating its growth, meanders, and shifting course over the past 30 years.
7 March 2024, 17:11 PM
Is Bangladesh witnessing a surge in female motorcycle users?

Is Bangladesh witnessing a surge in female motorcycle users?

In a nation where traditional gender roles have long dictated societal norms a quiet revolution is underway on the streets of Bangladesh. In recent years, as more and more women are seizing the opportunity to use motorbikes daily, certain cultural perceptions and stereotypes are being effectively challenged.
7 March 2024, 10:52 AM
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How to look for jobs on Facebook while avoiding scams

Amidst all of the lucrative job listings on Facebook, scams and fraudulent postings provide risks to unsuspecting job seekers. Here's a quick guide on how you can avoid scams on Facebook while looking for jobs on the social media platform. 
27 February 2024, 04:03 AM
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Robi subsidiary launches commercial data centre

Axentec PLC, a subsidiary of Robi Axiata Ltd., has recently launched Cypher, a Tier-IV commercial data centre at Sheikh Hasina Software Technology Park in Jashore. The data centre pledges an uptime guarantee of 99.995%. 
25 February 2024, 08:58 AM
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Haileybury Bhaluka on a mission to shape future leaders

Haileybury Bhaluka is an upcoming boarding school located in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, dedicated to providing quality English education for students from the ages of 11 to 18. It is affiliated with the Haileybury UK School.
22 February 2024, 08:50 AM
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Dark Brandon: The U.S. presidential campaign's 'meme warfare'

With the rising popularity of memes comes a brand new 'meme culture' which is slowly integrating itself with political campaigns, as candidates are often resorting to memes as an efficient way to gain a notable online presence. With the U.S. presidential election scheduled for November 5 this year, let’s look at how one meme in particular has been used as a campaign tool thus far: Dark Brandon.
19 February 2024, 14:49 PM
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How to make a successful career transition

Navigating through career transitions should be well thought out and properly assessed. In the dynamic era of professionalism and competition, strategic transition is necessary for successful growth, so let's take a look at how you can tackle this sudden change successfully. 
3 February 2024, 03:25 AM
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CrackPlatoon launches EV charging station in Cumilla

CrackPlatoon Charging Solution Limited, a Bangladeshi EV charging startup, has recently launched an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at "MIAMI Leisure Spot" on the Dhaka-Chittagong highway in Kalakachua, Burichang, Cumilla.
23 January 2024, 12:13 PM
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Royal Enfields to hit the streets of Bangladesh from May

Ifad group has made a deal with Royal Enfield motorcycles to bring the signature motorbikes on the streets of Bangladesh. The Ifad group is expected to begin commercial operation in July of this year. Initially, four models of Royal Enfield motorcycles: Bullet, Meteor, Hunter, and Classic will be launched.
23 January 2024, 10:52 AM
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Our first impression

Samsung has recently launched its S24 lineup at the galaxy unpacked event on 17 January 2024. We had a chance to get our hands on the device exclusively and here’s what we thought of it in terms of first impressions:
23 January 2024, 09:16 AM
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The coolest gadgets from CES 2024, so far

Recognised for premiering innovative consumer technology on the global stage, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) stands as one of the most influential tech events worldwide. This year, held from January 9 to 12 in Las Vegas, USA, CES 2024 has already showcased a variety of unique gadgets. Here are some of the coolest gadgets that caught our eyes in CES 2024 so far.
9 January 2024, 18:26 PM
Smart Election Management BD: How to check for polling centres and election results online

How to check election results online on the EC app

Bangladesh Election Commission Secretariat has released the 'Smart Election Management BD' app, which is intended to help voters to stay updated online. Voters can see their polling centres and their addresses, voter numbers, and voting serial numbers by providing NID information and birth date in the designated sections of the app.
6 January 2024, 14:57 PM
AI cameras on Dhaka-Chittagong highway

AI cameras to be installed on Dhaka-Chittagong highway

The Dhaka-Chittagong highway is set to be dotted with artificial intelligence (AI) based CCTV cameras covering a span of 250 kilometres. The cameras, financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at BDT 152 crore 56 lakhs, are aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the highway police, according to sources associated with the project.
24 December 2023, 12:03 PM
Digital Health Cards are to be introduced soon in Bangladesh hospitals.

Government plans digital health cards for all citizens

The government has taken an initiative to introduce digital health cards for all citizens, in a bid to eradicate the need of preserving physical prescription and test files by creating a unified digital database.
9 December 2023, 13:54 PM
Musk's Starlink satellite internet service in Bangladesh

How Starlink internet can benefit Bangladesh

Earlier this year, Starlink officials came to Bangladesh to potentially strike a deal with the ICT Division in operating in the country. But what is the hype around Starlink and how may it impact communications in Bangladesh? Let's take a look.
8 December 2023, 13:51 PM
Grand finale of Banglalink Ennovators 7.0

Curtain closes for Banglalink Ennovators 7.0

The grand finale of Ennovators 7.0, a digital ideation competition hosted by Banglalink Digital Communications Limited was held on 4 December at Capital’s Pan Pacific Sonargaon ballroom. 
4 December 2023, 17:26 PM
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Dr Razia receives OPCW-The Hague Award as the first Bangladeshi

Professor Dr. Syeda Sultana Razia of Chemical Engineering Department of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) has been awarded this year's prestigious 2023 OPCW-The Hague Award, in recognition of her efforts to educate the people about the peaceful uses of chemistry, particularly in chemical safety and security. 
1 December 2023, 15:59 PM

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