Almost half of able-bodied individuals and institutions fail to pay tax
Dr. SM Jahangir Alam : Budget deficit is when expenditure is more than income. Revenue is the main source of income in Bangladesh. But I...
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Strengthening fiscal accountability: A call for transparent Budget Practices
In response to mounting concerns over fiscal mismanagement, the finance ministry has issued a directive to ministries and divisions, urging them to refrain from seeking...
Like mosques and the Supreme Court, politics has no place in universities
Sir Frank Peters : Student politics in Bangladesh universities are dark and ugly, and don’t speak well for the political leaders within the university campuses,...
Eid reflects the spiritual strength of Islam to build an inclusive society
IN the heart of Bangladesh and across the globe, Eid ul-Fitr stands not only as a celebration of the culmination of Ramadan but also as...
Celebrating Eid virtually in this digital era
Dr. Matiur Rahman : In recent years, the digital age has significantly changed how people celebrate festivals and traditions worldwide. One such tradition is the...
Govt should help reduce people’s debt-induced stress
The plight of the middle class and low-income citizens amidst the nation’s pursuit of development is a stark reality that often goes unnoticed. As grand...
Zakat the world’s first social security system
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam. This is the basis of Islamic economics. When zakat is paid,...
Integrating generic skills in curriculum
MM Shahidul Hassan, PhD : Academics in universities in Bangladesh may question why institutions will bear the responsibility of imparting generic (employable) skills into their...
Restoring Dhaka’s newspaper sales centres is crucial for print media
In the bustling heart of Dhaka lies a silent witness being neglected – a once-thriving newspaper sales center, now deserted for years. Adjacent to the...
Ground realities of human rights in N Korea
Muhammad Muzahidul Islam : The sufferings of the people of North Korea know no bounds. It would be wrong if I say the sufferings of...
To mitigate mounting debt crisis, take steps for comprehensive reforms
Bangladesh is facing a mounting debt crisis, compelling the government to resort to continuous borrowing to meet its repayment obligations. The Centre for Policy Dialogue...
World Health Day: Smart Bangladesh means a healthy place for all sans leprosy
Md. Sazedul Islam : World Health Day is celebrated on April 7 every year. This day has been celebrated all over the world since 1950...