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...
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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...
These are not just accidents, but deliberate killings that must be stopped now
The recent spate of road accidents in Bangladesh, particularly the tragic incidents in Munshiganj and Pabna that claimed the lives of eight individuals and left...
China must consider our concerns over construction of hydropower project in Tibet
The proposed mega hydropower project in Tibet, initiated by the Chinese government, has raised significant concerns for Bangladesh and its ecological future. As per a...
Take steps to overcome reluctance in economic data disclosure for sustainable growth
The ongoing Economic Census in Bangladesh, conducted by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, highlights a significant challenge that resonates beyond its borders: business owners show...
Government must pay attention to the economic crisis
The second survey carried out recently by the BRAC Institute of Governance and Development (BIGD) has been unveiled addressing several issues, including elections, new parties,...
Ill-nexus in ERD hurting national interest can’t go unabated
The recent revelations regarding the obstruction of Austrian soft loans intended for vital development projects in Bangladesh are deeply concerning. Our newspaper yesterday reported that...