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See BAH Financial Statement for Janauary 2017 (click here) Bangladesh Association will be hosting the first Interfaith Dialogue honoring late Mr. Dewan Aftab Ahmed, CPA on  Sunday, April 30th @ 2 pm to 3:30 pm.  Bangladesh-American Center (View Detail, Click Here) See Poster (Click here) (Click on the Link below) Bangladesh Association honors it's founder… continue reading »

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  (click on image for larger poster) Gala 2016 Meeting Minutes 03/30/2016 (Click here) Meeting held on 04/05/2016 (Click here)  Meeting held on 04/13/2016 (Chick here) Meeting held on 04/13/2016 (Click here)  ******** NTV Documentary on Bangladesh American Center, Oct 25 2015 (Click here) BAH Wins 10K from Chase Giving (Click here) Multicultural Gala   See Multicultural… continue reading »

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  Fobana 2015 Update Date: September 8, 2015 Announcing the new FOBANA Executive Committee At the Annual General Meeting of FOBANA held at the Radission JFK on September 6, 2015 the following members were elected as the Members of the FOBANA Executive Committee for the term 2015-2016. 43 organizations and leaders participated in this convention. … continue reading »

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Bangla Natok "Shubochon Nirbashone" was staged on June 30 at the Stafford Civic Center in front of the packed audience. Photos link for the Natok, (Click here) Visit our Video Gallery for full video of the Drama (click here) Coming Soon – First Ever Statue "Victory of Bangladesh 1971" at BAC Statue of "Victory of Bangladesh… continue reading »

News new BODs

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BAH New Board of Directors 2013-14  (From Left, Khaled Zulfiqar Khan, Nahida Naser, S M Azad, Shah Haleem (Mithu), S M Haleem (Mitu), Syeda Kusum Kali and Maleque Choudhury) Congratulations to all the newly elected officers For Inauguration Ceremony photos (Click here) BAH management is excited to share that the Phase-1 construction of Bangladesh American Center has… continue reading »

News Items for frontpage as of Feb 14 2015

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Gala Night at Marriott Sugar Land Held on January 23rd, 2015 Bangladesh Association, Houston, hosted a second annual Multicultural Gala to celebrate 36 years anniversary of the organization in the city of Houston. This Gala was held at the Marriott Town Center, Sugar Land on Friday, Jan 23, 2015. Mayor Annise Parker declared Jan 23,… continue reading »

BAH BoD Inauguration news 2013

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BAH New BoD Inauguraton Sunday, January 20, 2013, at Maharajah at 1:00pm Special Attraction: Concert by Nasreen Sunny & local artists All are invited (See poster) ———– General Election 2012 Bangladesh Association Election Committee has announced the general election 2012 results. The following are the elected officers of Bangladesh Association for the 2013-2014 term. Chairperson… continue reading »

BAC Construction started

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BAH management is excited to share that the Phase 1construction of Bangladesh American Center has began on July 02, 2012. Here is a short BAC construction video link: (Click here)    BAC Donor Conference video of June 04, 2011 (by Azadul Haq) BAC History in Photos since inception (by Naz Husain) Bi-weekly Sunday BAC Clinic… continue reading »

News Item July 28, 2013.

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Ramadan Mubarak Ramadan fasting starts from July 20th. Iftar & Seheri Schedule (Click here) BAH management is excited to share that the Phase 1construction of Bangladesh American Center has began on July 02, 2012. Here is a short BAC construction video link: (Click here)   HARRIS COUNTY HAS AWARDED BAC CONSTRUCTION PERMIT on May 9… continue reading »

Memory of Nantu Bhai March 18

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  HARRIS COUNTY HAS AWARDED BAC CONSTRUCTION PERMIT on May 9 2012. BAC CONSTRUCTION ABOUT TO START. CONGRATULATIONS EVERYONE!!  YES WE DID IT. IT’S A PROUD MOMENT FOR THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY. Sunday 18 March: We are deeply shocked and saddened to inform you that our dearest M. R. Chowdhury (fondly known to us as Nantu… continue reading »

Bangla School Starts Sunday Oct 2nd

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After the great success of our Summer Bangla School, it is time to start our school for Fall 2011. The Fall 2011 Semester will begin on this coming Sunday, October 2nd, at the Bangladesh American Center. We will have a semester opening ceremony followed by registration and other administrative steps. Please bring your child/children and… continue reading »

Eid Reunion

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Eid Reunion & BAC Fundraising (This Saturday)  You are cordially invited to celebrate the 2011 Eid Reunion gathering, Cultural Show & BAC Fundraising Celebration on: Date: September 24th 2011 Time: 7:00pm – Midnight Place: Sur Auditorium, 13944 Schiller Road, Houston, Texas, TX 77082 For Reunion Poster, Click Here Coming up…24th September..

Month of Ramadan

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Ramadan Mubarak Ramadan – a time of worship and contemplation, and strengthening family and community ties begun on Monday August 1, 2011. Based on ISGH’s announcement and The Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA) moon sighting committee decision, the first Ramadan was on Monday August 1, 2011. "Eidul Fitr is expected to be on August 30, 2011. Salatul… continue reading »

2011 Bridge Competition

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BAH Bridge Competition 2011 was held on May 22,  2011. Here is the result of the competition. Champion:             Manzoor Khan (Masum) & Asif Karim (Sani) 64.5 Joint Runners-up: Maruf Rahman & Golam Mostofa (Echo)  61                               Dewan Aftab Ahmed & Mashiur Khan (Moin)  61 Other Scores: Muhammad Nazir & Faizul Islam  58.5 Khandaker Rahman (Sir) & Bimal… continue reading »

A Successful BAC Donor Conference held on June 4, 2011

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Bangladesh Association held the first ever Donor Conference on June 4th, 2011 at Stafford Civic Center where Bangladesh Ambassador H.E. Mr Akramul Qader was our Chief Guest. Photos of BAC Founding Members (as made available), Click here Photos taken on Event Night,  Click here Bangladesh-American Center in Houston Made Headline News! On June 4, 2011, the… continue reading »

BAC Donor Conference held on June 4, 2011

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Please Come and Join the BAC Donor Conference on June 4 this Saturday starting at 6:00pm sharp ********* {denvideo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRhfIOOxLcU} (Bangladesh-American Center Donor Conference TV Commercial with revised voiceover) BAC Annual Donor Conference, June 4, 2011 Let’s Build Our Center,  Let’s Build Bangladesh American Center Bangladesh Association is preparing the first ever Donor Conference on June… continue reading »

2011 Spring Picnic held on May 15

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********* Bangladesh Assocication -SPRING PICNIC -MAY 15, 2011 The Spring picnic of the Bangladesh Association, Houston will be on Sunday May 15, 2011 at George Bush Park pavilion 3 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Come and enjoy the fun-filled day. Time: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Lunch: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Sports: 11:30 a.m. to… continue reading »

2011 International Mother Language Day (IMLD) Feb 20

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IMLD 2011 – Ekushey February Celebration BAH and BASGH are cordially inviting all of you to observe Ekushey February on February 20 at the step of the Shahid Minar of Bangladesh American Center (BAC). Let’s observe this historical day with Bangladeshi’s in Houston.  The program will begin at 8:00 am on Sunday, 20th February, 2011.  … continue reading »

2010 Winners of BAH Election of BoD

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Congratulations to the newly elected Board of Directors of Bangladesh Association for the term 2011-2012 Chairperson Arun Roy Arun Roy received 378 votes and his opponent Fakhrul Ahsan Moni received 377 vote. Arun Roy won the election with a margin of 1 vote.   Vice Chairperson Shah Haleem (Mithu) Shah Haleem received 410 votes and his opponent Kamal Haq Shahanshah received 342 vote. Shah Haleem won the… continue reading »

2010 Message From Outgoing Board of Directors

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Message from the outgoing Board of Directors Last Message from Outgoing Chairperson Afzal Ahmed (Click Here) Election Result and the new Board Members BAH Election 2010 announcement Video by Hasif Hossain (Domestic Tiger) {denvideo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zDc8m9TdEA }  

2010 BAH Election Results

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Congratulations to the newly elected Board of Directors of Bangladesh Association for the 2011-2012 term! The winners of the ELection 2010 are as follows: Chairperson:  Arun Roy Vice Chairperson:  Shah Haleem (Mithu) Secretary General:  Shapnik Khan Director of Finance and Budget:  S. M. Zahidul Azad Director of Organizational Affairs:  S. M. Haleem (Mitu) Director of… continue reading »

2010 BAH Election process

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Candidates of General Election 2010 has been announced by the Election Committee on Novembver 19, 2010. Click here to see who are the candidates. Sample ballot for the election 2010 To reduce your time at the polling station and to help you familiarize with the way the ballot will look like, a sample ballot of the upcoming… continue reading »

Candidates of Election 2010

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Chairperson Arun Roy Mohammad Fakhrul Ahsan (Moni) Vice Chairperson Shah Haleem (Mithu) Kamal Haq (Shahanshah) Secretary General Asif Raihan (Pavel) Shapnik Khan Director of Finance & Budget Mijanur Rahman Roku S M Zahidul Azad Director of Organizational Affairs S. M. Haleem (Mitu) Syed Dehlvi Director of Cultural Affairs Rawnak Chowdhury (Rumana) Nahida Naser (Yasmin) Director… continue reading »

2010 BAH Victory Day

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The Bangladesh Association Houston invites you to attend the Bijoy Dibosh Celebration this Saturday. December 18, 2010 at 6:30 pm. Admission is Free. at Houston Durga Bari Society Hall Special attraction: Singer Mustafa Shoeb. For detail click here BAH Election 2010 results will be announced during the program.

1990 First Bangla School (Rare photos)

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Few memories of Bangla School (Bangla Pathshala) in pictures from 1990 The First Bangla School (Bangla Pathshala) started by Bangladesh Association in 1990. It was run by Naz Husain (Principal), Kumkum, Rani, Jamal Jamaluddin, Dipika Das Gupta (deceased), Dr. S.S. Newaz. Naz Husain with the students of Bangla School. (Photos from the collection of Mahbubur Rahman)  

2010 Kobita’r Shondhya on October 30, 2010

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Kobita’r Shondhya Kobita’r Shondhya: An Evening of Poetry Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 6:00pm at the BAC Contact : 832.863.1996, or, 281.467.8777, 832.866.6949 BAH Fall Picnic 2010 Held   The BAH Fall Picnic 2010 was held on 17 October, 2010. It was a perfect day for picnic, temperature, humidity and occasional cloud – everybody enjoyed the… continue reading »

2010 BAH Fall Picnic on October 17, 2010

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  BAH Fall Picnic 2010 Held For Photos from BAH Photo Gallery, Click Here   The BAH Fall Picnic 2010 was held on 17 October, 2010. It was a perfect day for picnic, temperature, humidity and occasional cloud – everybody enjoyed the picnic. The food was fantastic and plentiful.  Children bounced in the moonwalks, slid down the… continue reading »

2010 General Doa Congregation at the Center, Oct 03

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Recently several of our community members and their family members fell ill, some have been hospitalized; some are in critical condition and some returned from hospital and recovering. Bangladesh Association, Houston hosted a prayer vigil for their fast recovery on October 3rd, 2010.  Click here for a short video clip (taken by Nikon D300s camera)

2010 Eid Mubarak to all, August 22

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         BAH Iftar Held at Bangladesh American Center  BAH Iftar party was held on Sunday, Ausust 22, 2010 at the Bangladesh American Center. The Iftar and prayer were participated by large number of community members. Please see photos in "2010 BAH Iftar Party" in our photo gallery.

2010 Independence Day Picnic, March 28

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  We had a great picnic. More than 500 people participated in the picnic. It was very amusing to see hundreds of kids having fun with moonwalk, clown, and games. We thank you all for your participation. Click here for the photo album.

2010 We lost our friend – Tinku Bhai (Mar 4, 2010)

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Our dearest friend, ex-Director of Cultural Affairs of Bangladesh Association, an avid fan of FOBANA, a dedicated community volunteer, Abu Naser Tinky passed away on March 4 evening in a massive heart attack (Inna…razeun). A doa was held at BAC for his departed soul on Sunday March 7 and over 350 people gathered there to pray for his departed soul. 

2010 IMLD Ekushe February, 21 Feb

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  Intl. Mother Language Day, Held On Sunday 21 February 2010 Houston Bangladeshi Community organized an elaborate p2010 rogram with other local community organizations to observe the International Mother Language Day on February 21, 2010 at the Bangladesh-American Center. Although weather forecast was unfavorable, 100s of people showed up to show their respect to the… continue reading »

2009 Fall Picnic & Eid Mela, Nov 1

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Fall Picnic & Eid Mela, Nov 1, 2009 Bangladesh Association held the Fall Picnic and Eid Mela 2009 on Sunday November 1 at ChristiaV.AdairPark amidst a beautiful weather with cool and sunny day. Everyone enjoyed the day staying busy playing indoor and outdoor games. Little kids enjoyed the day with all the activities available. (For… continue reading »

2009 Monpura Movie Screened, Sep 22

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"Monpura" movie was shown on 22nd November 2009 at the Funplex Theater. There were two shows and had more attendance than expected. BAC Board thanks to all the volunteers for helping during the show, and also thanks to BAH in getting the phone announcement for the show. (For More photos by Naz Husain, Click here… continue reading »

2009 BAH Bridge Tournament, May 9

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Bangladesh Association has successfully conducted the Bridge Tournament on May 9, 2009. We acknowledge Mr. Mannan, Mr. Zaki Husain, and Mr. Mannan Talukder for staying late after the game to help with scoring. On behalf of the players we would like to thank the Association and Rony for providing support with the facility, breakfast, and… continue reading »

2009 IMLD/Ekushey February, Feb 21,

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Ekushe February 2009 Celebrated Bangladesh Association of Houston (BAH) has celebrated Ekushe February/IMLD (International Mother Language Day on February 21, 2009 at the Bangladesh American Center. (For More photos by Naz Husain, Click here ).      

2008 Bangla Pathshala in IMLD

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Paathshala (weekend school) participation in IMLD 2008 at the Bangladesh American Center Support our Paathshala, bring your children and have them exposed to our culture and language. Please Contact: Foara: 713-885-4440, Pavel: 713-423-9555

2008 BAH Election Announcement, Dec 20

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Bangladesh Association Election Commission announced the election results during the Victory Day program on December 20, 2008. According to the election commission result the following members were elected for the year 2009-2010 as the board of directors of Bangladesh Association. Afzal Ahmed, Chairperson; Rumana Chowdhury, Vice Chairperson; Shamim Ahmed, Secretary General; Feroza Yesmin, Director of… continue reading »

2008 Fall Bridge Tournament, Nov 15

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  BAH Fall Bridge Tournament 2008 was held on November 15 at the Bangladesh American Center (BAC). We really acknowledge and appreciate the tremendous support offered by every participants. The tournament started in a very adverse condition but eventually was a successful one. Thanks again to all the participants. A Mannan Talukder & Zia Khondker… continue reading »

2008 Fobana Townhall Meeting, Oct 26

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Fobana 2009 Townhall Meeting on Oct 26, 2008 Town-Hall meeting was held last Sunday October 26, 2008 at Maharaja Restaurant for the upcoming FOBANA in 2009 in Houston. About 100 community members attended this meeting. Afzal Ahmed started the Town-Hall meeting by welcoming everyone. Respected Dr. S. Alam and Dr. Khandaker M.A. Rahman (Sir) gave… continue reading »

2008 Boishakhi Mela & Mobile Consulate, May 10

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Bangladesh Association organized another history making program Boishakhi Mela on Saturday May 10, 2008 at Bangladesh-American Center along with Mobile Consulate Office. Consulate office was real busy providing services from 10:00am to 11:00pm. The services included Renewal of Passport, ‘No Visa Required’ for US Passport, Attestation of Power of Attorney, Issuance of Passport, Lost Passport… continue reading »

2008 BAH Bridge Tournament, May 03

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Bangladesh Association successfully organized another bridge tournament on May 03, 2008 at Bangladesh-American Center. Champion: Dewan Aftab Ahmed & Zaki Husain Runner-up: M. Mahbubul Islam (Chanchal) & S.S. Newaz Team players: Dewan Aftab Ahmed, Dr.Zakiud Din Husain, M. Mahbubul Islam (Chanchal), Dr. S.S. Newaz, Hamid Ahmed, Pamel Whitney, Golam Mostofa, T. Hossain Khandaker (Almas), Dr…. continue reading »

2008 IMLD Ekushe February, Feb 23

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Houston Bangladeshi Community organized an elaborate program with other local community organizations to observe the International Mother Language Day on February 23, 2008 at the Bangladesh-American Center. Hundreds of people from different ethnic group participated in the day long program. This is the first time we have celebrated large scale program at the Bangladesh-American Center… continue reading »

2008 Dr Yunus in Houston, January 14

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Our pride 2006 noble peace prize winner Dr. Muhammad Yunus was in Houston on January 14, 2008. Our sincere appreciation is for Dr. Yunus for giving us an opportunity to meet him. We also thank World Affairs Council of Houston and Public Affairs Books for organizing such a great program for Dr. Yunus.

2007 Charity Football Tournament Aug 4.

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The youngster of the Bangladeshi-American community in Houston hosted a Charity Flag Football Tournament on August 4, 2007 at Katy City Park. All the youngsters and parents collectively came forward to raise a fund for the expecting wife of late Awlad Hossain Khan who was fatally shot while working in a convenience store in 9400… continue reading »

2007 BAH Independence Picnic Mar 25

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Bangladesh Association organized a successful picnic celebrating Bangladesh Independence Day on March 25, 2007 at Christia Adair Park. Despite unfavorable weather, there were more than 600 people in this very exciting picnic. The picnic was a fun full day with sports, Pitha Utshob, and various children’s activities. Of course this year Independence Day picnic highlights… continue reading »

2007 IMLD Ekushe February Feb 25

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Houston Bangladeshi Community organized an elaborate program with other local community organizations to observe the International Mother Language Day on February 25, 2007 at University of Houston. Hundreds of people from different ethnic group participated in the day long program. City councilman Mr. Peter Brown, and Mr. Gordon Quan and many others were presented to… continue reading »

2007 BAH Hosts Medical Clinic Jan 27

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  Bangladesh Association successfully hosted a Medical Clinic on January 27, 2007 at Bangladesh-American Center. Community members from Houston surrounding came to take advantage of services including consultation with professional physicians. Cholesterol check, blood pressure, glucose status was done as part of A study conducted by the University of TX Houston Health Science Center investigating… continue reading »

2007 Bangladesh Mobile Consulate May 29&30

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Bangladesh Association, Houston hosted a two-day (May 29 & 30, 2007) mobile consular service for the Bangladesh – American community in Houston. For two days, the mobile consulate office provided over 150 services including renewal of passport, no visa required for US passport, issuance of passport, Attestation of Power of Attorney, lost passport replacement, and… continue reading »

2007 Flood in Bangladesh Fund-raising

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Houston Bangladeshi Community & Islamic Society of Greater Houston raised $100,000 (One Hundred Thousands) for the recent flood victims in Bangladesh and donated to the Chief Advisor’s Relief Fund of Bangladesh Government. The check was delivered to the Honorable Ambassador Mr. Humayun Kabir. Of course we could not have done this without the hard work… continue reading »

2006 BAH Election

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The Election Committee (EC) declared the uncontested candidates elected for the seven positions for the year 2007-2008 during the Victory Day Celebration program. The board of directors of Bangladesh Association for the year 2007-2008 is Afzal Ahmed (Chairperson), Nasimatun Nahar (Foara) (Vice Chairperson), Tariqul Sena (Secretary General), Nurur Khan (Director of Finance and Budget), Rumana… continue reading »

2005 Bring Bir Motiur Home Campaign

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   Recently the Bangladeshis in Houston took a very proactive role to create awareness, promote and support the initiative to bring the honorable remains of Late Bir Shrestho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman from Masroor Air Force Base in Pakistan. With prudent leadership by two renowned freedom fighters M. Quamrul Islam, Fakhrul Ahsan Moni, and Oli… continue reading »