Minimising road, railway and waterway accidents
The 2024 statistics of accidents on roads, railways and waterways, as presented by the Passenger Welfare Association of Bangladesh (PWAB), makes it clear that the safety of commuting or travelling irrespective of the modes of transportation is getting increasingly compromised. So far as road accidents are concerned, there were a...
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Cryptocurrencies in Bangladesh: a growing shadow economy
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have introduced a transformative way of handling money, offering a decentralized, digital alternative to traditional currencies. Built on blockchain technology, these virtual currencies use cryptography for secure transactions, making them resistant to manipulation by central authorities. Unlike traditional currencies that are issued and controlled by...
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Blocking sun to fight climate change
To retard the process of human-induced global warming, the concerned UN bodies have been working hard to prevail upon nations to limit their levels of carbon emission. But despite commitments and promises from the main contributors to global warming, cooperation from the developed and fast growing developing nations is not...
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Dhaka's unclean street food spots
Dhaka city's vibrant street food culture is a joy for many. But its aftermath leaves much to be desired. Streets are littered with garbage, and the lack of waste management by street food hawkers is alarming. This is an urgent issue that needs immediate attention. Many hawkers do not provide...
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Urban life amid gas crisis
The absence of gas for cooking causes serious problems for thousands of people every day. In addition to interfering with day-to-day activities, this issue has wider economical effects. Inadequate pipelines, irregular maintenance, and a lack of gas supply are the main reasons behind the gas crisis. Petrol demand continues to...
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