Why rice price hike in peak harvesting season?
Even though it is the country’s peak harvesting Aman season, instead of decreasing, the rice prices have continued to rise. According to media reports, the...
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Govt must respond to fertiliser delays that may endanger boro season
The ongoing fertiliser shortage in the country has reached alarming proportions, leaving farmers in a precarious position as they approach the critical boro cultivation season....
Confronting food inflation needs action through data transparency
Bangladesh’s persistent rise in food inflation is a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. As reported in this newspaper on Tuesday, food inflation has remained...
Ensure an environment conducive to Saudi investment
The recent remarks by Essa bin Youssef Al-Duhailan, Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Bangladesh, highlight a critical juncture in the economic relationship between the two nations....
Gas crisis needs a timely fix with no deliberate delay
The ongoing gas crisis has reached alarming proportions, affecting households and industries. As residents across the capital express their frustration over the lack of reliable...
Take measures to protect our most vulnerable amid this cold wave calamity
As a severe cold wave grips the nation, the impact on our most vulnerable populations — particularly children and the elderly — has become alarmingly...
Listen to the call for safeguarding citizen’s rights in the digital realm
The recent unveiling of the Cyber Protection Ordinance, 2024, has raised significant alarm bells regarding Bangladesh’s potential erosion of fundamental rights. As per a report...
Rise of remittance flow must continue
It is a matter of hope that the country’s foreign exchange reserves have increased to more than 21 billion dollars. According to Bangladesh Bank data...
Ensure the safety of our nationals in Mozambique
The recent unrest in Mozambique has cast a dark shadow over the Bangladeshi community residing there, leaving many grappling with fear, loss, and uncertainty. As...
Shake off the dilemma of taking new policy for dealing with Myanmar
The recent ascendancy of the Arakan Army in Myanmar’s Rakhine State has fundamentally altered the geopolitical landscape along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border. This newspaper on Tuesday...
Bangladesh should quest for alternative funding sources
The recent data from the Economic Relations Division (ERD) paints a concerning picture of Bangladesh’s foreign loan landscape. Our newspaper on Monday reported that with...
Growing crisis of wage stagnation and inflation
The economic landscape in Bangladesh is increasingly alarming, as the persistent gap between wage growth and inflation continues to erode the purchasing power of the...