Monday | January 12, 2026 | Dhaka
Our newspaper on Monday reported that the country is facing a burgeoning debt servicing crisis that demands urgent attention. Recent data from the Economic Relations Division (ERD) reveals a staggering 27 per cent surge...
The recent spate of violent incidents in Khulna city is a stark reminder of the challenges facing law enforcement and the urgent need for effective governance. Our newspaper on Sunday reported that despite the...
The recent report from the National Board of Revenue (NBR) paints a concerning picture of Bangladesh’s fiscal health, revealing a significant shortfall in revenue collection that has been exacerbated by political upheaval. With a...
The recent announcement by the Power Grid Company of Bangladesh (PGCB) regarding its decision not to issue dividends for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, raises significant concerns about the health of the...
We congratulate Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on Monday. Through this, the journey of his second term began. After winning the 2016 election and serving one...
In a troubling revelation, Bangladesh Bank has reported that only 20.25 per cent of the Tk1.76 lakh crore in defaulted loans has been resolved in various courts as of June 2024, with a mere...
The decline of Bangladesh’s jute and jute goods exports for the fifth consecutive year is a troubling indicator of an industry that once thrived on its rich heritage and abundant local resources. Our newspaper...
The recent developments in Bangladesh’s foreign exchange market reveal a complex interplay between regulatory intent and market realities. While the Bangladesh Bank has ostensibly embraced a more flexible exchange rate regime, the imposition of...
The recent seminar held at the CIRDAP Auditorium, organised by the COAST Foundation, CDP, and the BDCSO Process, has brought to light a pressing issue that resonates deeply within the framework of the Sustainable...
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2025 paints a stark picture of the economic landscape of Bangladesh, highlighting inflation as the most pressing risk facing the nation. As per a report published in...
The recent airstrikes by Israel, which claimed the lives of at least 77 Palestinians in Gaza just hours after a ceasefire agreement was announced, represent a tragic betrayal of hope for peace in a...
It is matter of deep concern that professional criminals have become active in the wake of police inaction after the July students uprising. We have seen incidents like kidnapping, robbery, threatening businessmen and extortion....