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Prices are fixed but of no use

The current price ceiling fixed for as many as 29 commodities by the Department of Agricultural Marketing (DAM) and its positive impacts conspicuous by their absence is more like the game of pranksters Tom and Jerry. In the cartoon, they play pranks which are funny and hilarious at times but...

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Why is the media establishment suddenly looking fragile?

In November 2023, we wrote an article titled, " BD media: Why new entrants in an uncertain era?" where we wondered why there were new investors in the media economy when the global economy was not healthy. Our conclusion of sorts was, "It's obvious that if investment is coming in,...

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Securing our oceangoing vessels

The maritime vessel named MV Abdullah that was hijacked by Somali pirates on Tuesday last week from the high seas in the Indian Ocean is learnt to have been changing its position keeping close to the Somali coast. The crew members of the ship reportedly are safe and that the...

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The poor have their back to the new wall

I am writing to express my deep concern about the rising inflation rate in Bangladesh. The cost of everyday essentials, particularly food and fuel, has skyrocketed in recent months, putting a severe strain on household budgets. This is a critical issue that demands immediate attention from policymakers.Many families are struggling...

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Addressing economic challenges for sustainable growth

The current state of the country's economy and the difficulties faced by local businesses is a cause for grave concern. The government needs to address critical economic issues in an efficient way to ensure sustainable growth.One urgent concern is the impact of inflation on both consumers and businesses. The recent...

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