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White paper confirms 15-year economic plunder

Considering the enormous and complex task, the committee assigned the job of preparing the white paper on the country's state of economy during the regime of Sheikh Hasina has delivered the report within a very short time. During handing the report over to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus on Sunday,...

Solving problems of seven colleges

Sudden and whimsical decisions without any consultations whatsoever were the hallmark of the ousted autocratic regime that ruled the country for over 15 years. Take for example, the 'daylight saving time' that was introduced all of a sudden in June 2009 without any public debate or discussion. But the Hasina...

Stop mindless decimation of forests, hills

Pro-development people often look upon pro-environment activists as anti-development. But one need not be an environmentalist to be concerned about destruction of forests, filling up of wetlands, flattening of hills and grabbing of all open spaces for building roads or houses. And without being environmentalists, our forefathers conserved forests and...

Taking a break from daily grind

In today's fast-paced world, the pressure of work and constant stress are taking a toll on mental health. Long working hours, heavy workloads, and the lack of proper breaks contribute to anxiety, depression, and extreme stress, impacting both mind and body. To maintain health and productivity, taking regular breaks is...

Curse of unemployment

Unemployment in Bangladesh significantly impacts both individuals and the economy. It contributes to an economic slowdown by reducing overall national productivity, as fewer people are employed to generate income. This limits the country's GDP growth and stifles economic development. The lack of jobs leads to increased poverty, especially in rural...