Economic growth at risk of inflation and pollution together
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...
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Israel’s brutality despite the ceasefire is a tragic betrayal of peace in Gaza
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...
Strict action must be taken against criminals to ensure security of public life
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...
This Ramadan can’t be a financial burden for devotees while buying fruits
As Ramadan approaches, the financial strain on middle and lower-middle-class consumers in Bangladesh is becoming increasingly evident, particularly in the realm of imported fruits. This...
Entrepreneurs must not be left in limbo as happens in Sirajganj BSCIC project
The ongoing saga of the Sirajganj BSCIC Industrial Park is a stark reminder of the corrosive effects of corruption and mismanagement within our public institutions....
Wage security and workers’ rights must be ensured
The recent proposal by the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) to introduce a wage guarantee insurance scheme is a crucial step towards safeguarding the rights...
Teesta not just a geographical feature — a lifeline that must be managed effectively
The plight of northern Bangladesh’s residents, grappling with severe water shortages due to the mismanagement of the Teesta River, demands immediate attention. Yesterday’s newspaper reported...
Amid rising inflation, no way to justify tax, VAT rise
The recent decision by the interim government to raise VAT and supplementary duty on over 90 essential products and services has left consumers grappling with...
Pay heed to stakeholders’ concerns over hikes in gas prices and taxes
The recent proposals from two governmental entities, Petrobangla and the National Board of Revenue (NBR), to dramatically hike industrial gas prices and double taxes for...
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...
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...