In a transformative collaboration, NSU Startups Next (NSUSN), the startup incubation wing of North South University (NSU) has solidified its partnership with Startup Grind, the world's largest startup community headquartered in Silicon Valley. With a presence in 600 cities across 125 countries, Startup Grind is uniquely positioned to elevate Bangladeshi startups onto the global stage, providing a gateway to international markets, mentors, accelerators, and investors beyond Bangladesh. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony, held at NSUSN's offices, marks a significant milestone for both entities and the Bangladeshi startup ecosystem. This partnership is designed to create an ecosystem that nurtures innovation, fosters growth, and connects startups with a global network of mentors and investors. Key Features of the Global Collaboration: International Market Access: NSUSN incubatees gain exposure to international markets, fostering collaborations and facilitating business expansion beyond Bangladesh's borders. Global Mentorship Network: Incubatees will have access to seasoned mentors from Startup Grind Dhaka's global network, providing invaluable guidance and insights essential for their entrepreneurial journey. Accelerated Growth: Startups incubated by NSUSN can participate in accelerator programs organized by Startup Grind Dhaka, accelerating their growth trajectory and enhancing their potential for success. International Investor Connections: The partnership facilitates connections with potential investors outside Bangladesh, offering startups the opportunity to secure funding and support for their ventures. Special acknowledgment is extended to key figures instrumental in forging this collaboration, including Farihan F. Rahman (Chapter Director, Startup Grind Dhaka, Bangladesh) and Sayma Rahman (Co-director, Startup Grind Dhaka, Bangladesh). The MoU was spearheaded by Dr. Zulkarin Jahangir, Director of NSUSN and Samuel Mursalin, Coordinator of NSUSN. Representatives from both NSUSN and Startup Grind Dhaka express their excitement about the profound impact this collaboration can have on the Bangladeshi startup ecosystem. They extend a warm welcome to aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and stakeholders to join them in this exciting journey of exploration, growth, and global connectivity.       Contact Information:  Startup Grind Dhaka Contact Information: https://www.startupgrind.com/dhaka/  

In order to create a platform for undergraduate students nationwide to exhibit their expertise of digital marketing, Marketing and International Business Club of North South University (NSU MIBC) is launching MarXcellence, the biggest online digital marketing competition in the country as of date. In line with the theme of the event, “Set Forth Your X-Factor,” MarXcellence invites enthusiasts from every public and private university in the country to face unique challenges and have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the corporate world. On the event, Mr. Arman Kabir Mahid, President of MIBC, says “MarXcellence’s guiding mission is to give its participants the platform to showcase their skills and aptitude in digital marketing, and as the competition’s theme goes, we want participants to set forth their X-Factor. We aim to give participants real-life experience and the opportunity to link up with the corporate world,”. Founded on July 2nd, 2019, MIBC is the only student club operating under the largest department of North South University, the Department of Marketing and International Business. Since the inception of the club, every single event held so far has successfully lived up to the club’s motto, “Envision Beyond Borders.” Within the very first year, MIBC partnered with various multinational corporations and held several seminars and events. As the world shifts to the virtual realm due to the COVID-19 pandemic, MIBC has taken the initiative to host this grand digital marketing event fully online from December 18th to January 31st. To motivate undergraduate students across the nation to participate, registration for MarXcellence is completely free, and will be open online from December 18th until December 31st. The event comprises three rounds and two workshops. Each round will test participants’ knowledge on real-life based marketing case problems and develop their skills in three key aspects of marketing – promotion, sales and branding. Workshops are situated in between rounds for participants to directly interact with and learn from top digital marketing specialists from across the country. After the first two rounds, the finalists will face a unique challenge in the final round. The first, second and third place winners will receive prize money of 80,000 BDT, 50,000 BDT, and 30,000 BDT, respectively. The winning team will also get the exclusive opportunity of landing a top corporate internship with MIBC’s partners. AH

A Dhaka court on Sunday sentenced three men to death for killing North South University student Saidur Rahman Payel.   Dhaka Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 Judge Abu Zafar Mohammad Kamruzzaman handed down the verdict in presence of the convicts.   The convicts are -- ‘Hanif Paribahan’ bus driver Jamal Hossain, his assistant Foysal Hossain and supervisor Md Jony.   Fifth semester NSU student Payel, son of Golam Mawla of Halishahar in Chattogram, was found dead in a canal at Bhaterchar in Gazaria upazila of Munshiganj on July 23, 2018.   A case was filed against three people, the driver, helper and supervisor of ‘Hanif Paribahan’ bus, at Gazaria Police Station the next day.   Jony, the supervisor, confessed to his involvement in the killing after his arrest from Motijheel. Police later arrested bus driver Jamal and helper Faisal from Arambagh in the capital.   On April 2 last year, a tribunal framed charges against the trio and finished hearing arguments on October 4.   On July 25, 2018, Jony gave a detailed account of the murder. He told the court that the Dhaka-bound bus from Chattogram was stuck in a tailback at Bahterchar on Dhaka-Chattogram Highway in the early hours of July 22, 2018.   At that time, Payel got down from the bus to respond to the call of nature. As the bus started moving when the traffic jam eased, Payel started running to catch the bus.   The driver eventually stopped the bus but Payel’s head was smashed after it got stuck in the gate and he fell onto the road. He was unconscious and bleeding from his mouth and nose.   Later, the supervisor informed the bus driver about the situation. After a brief discussion, the trio threw Payel into the canal from a nearby bridge around 4:30am while he was still breathing.   Other passengers on the bus were asleep at the time of the incident.   The autopsy report said Payel drowned after being thrown into the canal. Source: UNB AH