Reconstituting the ACC
The unceremonious and hurried manner in which the chairman of the anti-corruption commission (ACC) along with two other commissioners resigned their constitutional posts showing personal reasons and left office on Tuesday (October 29) has raised a few eyebrows. For as provided by the section 10 of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act...
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An untapped market for Bangladesh
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has published a study titled 'Decent Work Status of the Care Workers: A Rapid Assessment' recently that looks at the global demand for care-giving services till 2035. Its findings are very interesting for Bangladesh. According to ILO, the country has the potential to create around...
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Time to curb the motorcycle boom
One of the wrong policies of the ousted government was the promotion of motorbikes or motorcycles in the country. It overlooked the negative impact of motor cycle proliferation. On the one hand, the government created room for manufacturing, assembling and importing motorcycles at a lower cost. It also reduced registration...
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New BCS policy kills two birds with one stone
The recent policy change regarding the Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) exam is a masterstroke. Under intense pressure, policymakers have taken a commendable step to address key challenges facing job seekers. This new rule "kills two birds with one stone": it limits applicants to three attempts while extending the eligibility age...
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Balancing workers' rights and flexibility
The rise of the gig economy has ignited discussions about worker rights, labour laws, and economic stability in today's rapidly evolving landscape. With more individuals turning to freelance work and short-term contracts, it's imperative to explore how we can harmonise the flexibility inherent in gig work with the need to...
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