Rescuing the ailing insurance sector
Much like banks and other non-bank financial institutions, insurance companies rely fundamentally on public trust for their survival and growth. Yet, trust is precisely what many of the country's insurance companies have sacrificed by failing to settle claims in a timely manner. When a large number of policyholders do not...
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Meeting the measles emergency
The Middle-Eastern war and the energy crisis it created have been the subject of primary attention of the media, the government and the public since the end of last February. And that is justifiably so. But a mother, whose universe is her child, is more concerned about its (the child's)...
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How social media boost small businesses
Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok are platforms that help businesses reach customers easily and without incurring significant expenses. There are numerous small shop owners and solo sellers who sell and advertise their products through these platforms.One major advantage of using social media in running a business is its ability to reach...
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Encroachment of agricultural land
Bangladesh has long been recognised as an agrarian economy, yet the rapid and unplanned wave of urbanisation is severely threatening our agricultural sector. Every year, thousands of hectares of fertile arable land and vital wetlands are being converted for commercial, industrial, and residential purposes. This chaotic transformation not only jeopardises...
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