Friday, 03 Jan, 2025

Education

Textbook distribution delay: Edu Adviser highlights printing challenges

Education Advisor Dr. Wahiduddin Mahmud acknowledged significant challenges in printing and distributing textbooks this year, comparing the process to a "battle."  He made these remarks on Wednesday (January 1), while speaking as the chief guest at the “Launching

Bashundhara Public School and College begins academic journey

Bashundhara Public School and College (BPSC) has commenced its academic activities on Wednesday (Jan 1) offering world-class education and unlimited opportunities for sports. Bashundhara Group chairman Ahmed Akbar Sobhan inaugurated the academic programme through cutting ribbon at the

New convening committee elected by DU white panel

The White Panel, an organization of BNP-aligned teachers at Dhaka University (DU), held its general meeting on Monday at the Faculty of Arts' Teachers’ Lounge.  The meeting, presided over by Professor Dr. Mohammad Siddiqur Rahman Khan, resulted in the election of the

IUB’s first-ever TEDx event brings together leaders, pioneers and creative minds from diverse sectors

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), in collaboration with the Department of General Management and the Independent Management and Entrepreneurship Club (IMEC), hosted its first-ever TEDxIUB event on December 19 at the IUB Auditorium.  This landmark event brought together

NSU Social Services Club brings warmth to Sreemangal through ‘Winter Clothing Drive’

North South University Social Services Club has organised its annual event, “Winter Clothing Drive 2024,” aimed at sharing warmth and comfort with underprivileged families in rural areas of Sreemangal. The event started with the unwavering dedication of 250+ club members to

Astronomer Lamiya Mowla’s lecture at IUB sheds light on how early galaxies might have formed

Assistant Professor Dr. Lamiya Ashraf Mowla of Wellesley College, USA, captivated an audience at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) during the 2nd Colloquium organized by the Center for Astronomy, Space Science, and Astrophysics (CASSA) on December 19, 2024.  Her talk

Prof. M. Tamim joins Independent University, Bangladesh as Vice Chancellor

Prof. M. Tamim, distinguished professor of petroleum and mineral resources engineering, joined Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) as the Vice Chancellor on December 23.  According to a circular from the Ministry of Education dated December 17, the Hon’ble President of

IUB’s EEE Department celebrates prestigious IEB-BAETE Accreditation

The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) organized the IEB-BAETE Accreditation Celebration for the B.Sc. in EEE Program on December 4 at the IUB Auditorium.  The event brought together students, academics, and alumni

Prof Yunus delivers lecture at Al-Azhar University in Cairo

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus delivered a lecture at the prestigious Al-Azhar University in Cairo last night. The lecture was warmly welcomed by Professor Dr. Salama Dawoud, President of Al-Azhar University, who hosted the event on the university campus.  Professor Dr.

Online school admission lottery today 

The online lottery for student admissions to classes I to IX in public and private schools nationwide for the 2025 academic year will be held today (Dec 17). The lottery will begin at 10:00 sm at the International Mother Language Institute in Segunbagicha, Dhaka, according to

IUB Mittens crowned Division Champions in Collegiate Chess League Fall 2024

IUB Mittens, the chess team of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), has been crowned Division Champions in the prestigious Collegiate Chess League (CCL) Fall 2024, competing against over 370 teams from 180 colleges worldwide. Led by Amit Bikram Roy, a 2100-rated player from the

Students breaking barriers to learn and thrive

Despite being over three years old, Zayed Imam Apon did not respond to his name, struggled with independent tasks, and exhibited extreme restlessness, often screaming loudly. Worried about his delayed development, his parents, Jafar and Sharmin, consulted a pediatric specialist in

Journey begins with 4 students, now over 400 

Approximately 15% of Bangladesh's population comprises persons with disabilities. No country can progress while neglecting such a significant segment of its people. With a focus on humanitarian development, Bashundhara Group has established free special education programs for

Children with autism are invaluable to society: Yeasha Sobhan

The Bashundhara Special Children Foundation, a beacon of hope for children with autism, reflects the compassionate vision of its chairman, Yeasha Sobhan. Speaking about the foundation, Yeasha said, "Children with autism are invaluable gems of our society. With proper care and

Female student found dead in JU hall

A female student of Jahangirnagar University (JU) was reportedly found dead in her residential room at Bir Protik Taramon Bibi Hall today. The deceased, Takia Tasnim, was a first-year student of the Geography and Environment department. According to eyewitnesses, Takia was

DU limits vehicular movement inside campus  

Dhaka University (DU) authorities have imposed new restrictions on vehicular movement inside the campus.  All types of vehicles will be prohibited from entering the campus through all major entrances, including Shahbag, Doyel Chattar, Burn Unit, Shibbari Crossing, Fuller Road,

SSC, equivalent exams to begin on April 10

The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations for 2025 will begin on April 10 and continue until May 8, according to a notification issued today (December 12).  The announcement was signed by Professor Md Abul Bashar, convener of the Inter-Education Board

SEU CPDS launches soft skills program with UNDP

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of SEU in collaboration with UNDP's Futurenation, organized a Soft Skills development program's inauguration titled “Employability Master class & Scholarship Awarding Ceremony”. The program was

Scientist from IUB’s Center for Astronomy publishes major research in Nature on an actively forming galaxy using JWST

Astronomer Dr. Lamia Mowla, an Assistant Professor at Wellesley College, Massachusetts, USA, and an Associate Member of the Center for Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics (CASSA) of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), has published a groundbreaking research paper in renowned

5 KUET teachers suspended over irregularities

Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET) authorities have temporarily suspended five teachers for alleged irregularities in their appointment and promotion processes. KUET Registrar Engineer Anisur Rahman Bhuiyan confirmed the matter. The decision was made during the