BB's latest move to stabilise troubled Islamic banks
That the Bangladesh Bank (BB) has, at last, embarked on its avowed plan to rescue the problem-ridden five Shariah-based banks through a process of merger or otherwise is a piece of welcome news. For thousands of depositors of these banks have been passing highly anxious times. The high-ups of the...
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How real is Biman's record profit?
Not long ago, the Biman Bangladesh Airlines reported its highest ever annual profit of Tk 9.37 billion. The record earnings in the financial year (FY) 2024-25 seemed at first to offer a rare moment of good news for the national carrier and a reason for celebration. But instead of being...
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Exploring diverse biographies of Prophet
Celebrating a birthday or observing a death anniversary is generally not encouraged in Islam. There are also no ample historical records showing that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) himself ever observed his own birthday or encouraged his companions to observe the occasion. Nevertheless, the Muslims in many parts of the world...
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US must change its policy towards Palestine
Since 1947, the US has been pursuing a policy of unilaterally supporting Israel in expanding its settlements in Gaza, the West Bank and Jerusalem, triggering the displacement of Palestinians and thwarting their right to live in a sovereign state. The latest example of this blinkered policy occurred when Palestinian President...
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Good governance and its application
Good governance is the transparent and effective management of public affairs and resources for the benefit of society. It operates under existing regulations, where laws are enforced impartially and human rights are upheld. It is a public sector management system that ensures resources are used optimally, processes meet societal needs...
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