Painful development of CMSME startups
The rise of startups within the cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprise (CMSME) sector has been a bright spot for the economy in recent years. This CMSME sector remains the backbone of economic growth and job creation as it accounts for roughly 30 per cent of the country's GDP and...
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Budget amid lower growth
For the third consecutive year, the country's economic growth rate has declined, reflecting the sluggish trend in the overall development scenario. The national statistical agency released the primary estimate of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the current fiscal year (FY25) last week. It showed that the GDP growth rate...
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Self-serving protests undermine national interest
In line with the July uprising's resounding mandate to reform the state, the interim government is undertaking a series of institutional reforms - including the reconstruction of the National Revenue Board and the enactment of the Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance - aimed at strengthening institutional capacity, ensuring accountability, and promoting...
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Beautification of Khamarbari intersection
The Khamarbari intersection, situated at the eastern end of Manik Mia Avenue in the heart of Dhaka, remains one of the busiest junctions in the city due to its proximity to the Parliament, the National Institute of Ophthalmology, and several other key offices. As a circular roundabout facilitating one-way traffic,...
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Cattle sales go digital
As Eid-ul-Azha approaches, the traditional purchase of sacrificial animals is undergoing a significant transformation in Bangladesh. Increasingly, sellers are embracing digital marketing and social media platforms to reach wider audiences, offering buyers greater convenience and transparency.Government initiatives like the "Digital Haat" have facilitated online cattle sales, enabling customers to browse...
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