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Beefing up FDI inflow

The problem of inadequate inflow of foreign direct investment (FDI) was identified long ago and enough remedies too were suggested from time to time. But no notable improvement in the situation has yet taken place. By now, a number of competing countries have however improved their individual scorecard significantly. Vietnam,...

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Anarchy all round on roads

The death of at least 10 to 12 people in road accidents each day has become a routine affair. Such death does no more stir up any sad feeling among a wider section of people except for the near and dear ones of the victims. However, the situation usually turns...

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A tale of a bridge at an important juncture

That the beam of the bridge has developed cracks is no news. What is news is the stacking of sand bags in huge quantities under the bridge to support it. The picture of the bridge has been carried in at least a couple of newspapers now. But the story is...

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Too many cars and buses

THE streets of Dhaka remain overfilled with dozens of modes of transport. They include mostly large buses and private cars. Of late, cars are seen dominating the scene during particular hours. Buses play their part at other times. From morning to late in the night, these vehicles occupy the major...

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Late payment for L/Cs

SOME businessmen in our country are habitually late in settling payment of their L/Cs in time and also of the interest due to late payment. The Bangladesh Bank should strictly monitor the situation and ensure that payments for L/Cs or interest for late payments are made on time. This will...

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Brief workouts for lasting health benefits

DESPITE day-to-day busy schedules we should put aside at least 20 minutes a day for some physical workouts. Even with a moderate amount of workout, we can enjoy immense health benefits. Studies have shown that a 20 minute workout offers enormous benefits in terms of our health, weight and state...

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