Why local banks can’t keep NPL in check as foreign ones
When almost all of the local banks in Bangladesh are grappling with higher non-performing loans (NPLs), most foreign lenders have been able to keep the...
Editorial
Launches must keep first aid kits for travellers
Despite the fact that it is mandatory for the launch operators to keep first aid kits inside vessels, they are neglecting this, which poses problems...
Digital banking in Bangladesh
Khondoker Hasnat Karim Pintu :Digital banking all across the world excels in convenience: convenience in terms of easy access to bank by the clients, convenience...
Shinzo Abe: The man of mighty leadership
Dr. SM Ali Reza :July 8, 2023 marked the first death anniversary of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. On that day in 2022 Mr....
It is govt’s duty to ensure mosquitoes do not bite people
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina cannot be justified when she said that the government would not be able to clean everyone’s household while talking about the...
Reforms, capacity-building necessary to fulfil tax collection targets
In April, the growth of tax collection decreased further, posing challenges for the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to reach its goal of raising Tk...
Sports, politics, and the global nexus of inequality
Ramzy Baroud :Considering the hypocritical attacks on Qatar before, during and after the hosting of a successful World Cup in November and December 2022, one...
IMF and South Asia
Smruti S Pattanaik :Since last year, Pakistan has been witnessing economic turmoil and desperately seeking a bailout package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). On...
Bangladesh to have little benefits by trading with India in rupee
From Tuesday, Bangladesh’s trade with India is going to start in Indian rupee, instead of the usual US dollar, the dominant currency in international trade,...
Contain air pollution as it harms children, elderly people seriously
Air pollution poses both short-term and long-term health risks to children and elderly people. Air pollution causes a number of health concerns, including lung cancer,...
Role of Microfinance in climate change adaptation in Bangladesh
Dr Matiur Rahman :Climate change adaptation refers to the process of adjusting and responding to the impacts of climate change to reduce vulnerability and enhance...
Sundarbans must be saved from plastic pollution
A veritable natural green wall, what environmentalists call ‘natural shell,’ is sheltering the coastal belt settlements of Bangladesh from the cyclones and storm surges. This...