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No syndicate will be allowed in Malaysia labour market: Expatriates' welfare minister
2+ hour, 46+ min ago (308+ words) Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury has said no syndicate will be allowed when Malaysia reopens its labour market for Bangladeshi workers. "If I am still minister [when Malaysia reopens market], there will be no syndicate. There…...
Youth unemployment in Bangladesh: A growing concern
2+ hour, 27+ min ago (564+ words) The Business Standard Despite expanding access to higher education, Bangladesh continues to face a growing youth unemployment crisis driven by skills mismatches, rapid labour force growth, and persistent social barriers Youth unemployment has emerged as one of the most significant…...
DUEDC launches Creaventure 4. 0 to turn student ideas into startups
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (653+ words) Sunday May 31, 2026 Dhaka University Entrepreneurship Development Club (DUEDC), a student-led organisation at the University of Dhaka, is working to empower students to develop entrepreneurial skills, launch startups and create social impact through business innovation. The club operates under the motto…...
Team Tylus advances to Hult Prize incubator to represent Bangladesh
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (286+ words) Team Tylus, a four-member student group from the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), has secured a place in the Hult Prize 2026 Incubator, positioning Bangladesh on the global stage of youth innovation. The team comprises Sazia Islam Cynthia, Md Rafiul…...
Bobby Hajjaj withdraws remarks comparing DU to coaching centre after backlash
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (374+ words) Friday May 29, 2026 State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has withdrawn his remarks about Dhaka University following widespread criticism over comments comparing the institution to a coaching centre. In a post published on his verified Facebook page today…...
Civic figures suggest inclusion of Zia's article 'Birth of a Nation' in textbook
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (1014+ words) Friday May 29, 2026 Several civil society figures have suggested the inclusion of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman's much-talked-about article "Birth of a Nation," published soon after the 1971 Liberation War, in textbooks as the country observes his martyrdom anniversary tomorrow (30 May). Bangla Academy…...
Nex Gen Graduate Fellowship selects 20 young leaders for social impact initiative
1+ week, 2+ day ago (365+ words) Monday May 25, 2026 Twenty young graduate leaders from Dhaka have been selected for the first cohort of the Nex Gen Graduate Fellowship Programme following a two-day "Equity-Focused Selection Sprint" in Dhaka. The programme, organised by Youth Net Global in partnership with…...
How to apply for PM's education admission assistance programme
1+ week, 5+ day ago (214+ words) Monday May 25, 2026 The Prime Minister's Education Assistance Trust has opened applications for admission assistance aimed at ensuring access to education for meritorious students from families struggling financially. Under the "Admission Assistance Guidelines 2026," students at the secondary, higher secondary and undergraduate…...
BRAC, Guardian Life distribute school bags, educational materials in Chattogram
1+ week, 1+ day ago (293+ words) The BRAC Microfinance Programme, in collaboration with Guardian Life Insurance Limited, has distributed school bags and educational materials among students of Railway Employees Girls' High School in Lalkhan Bazar under the "Smart Students' Finance Project". More than 200 students participated in…...
Remians Cultural Club starts initiative to encourage cultural awareness
1+ week, 5+ day ago (216+ words) Sunday May 24, 2026 Remians Cultural Club, the official cultural organisation of Dhaka Residential Model College, has launched "Cultural Dialogue", a new online talk show to boost cultural awareness, promote social harmony, and spark critical discussion among students. Led by Nahiyan Zaman…...