Meeting fertiliser needs of Boro farmers
Chronic shortage of natural gas has been hampering fertiliser production especially at the five urea fertiliser-producing plants operated by the state-owned Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC). But Boro being the country's major dry season rice crop (January-February its peak planting season), its demand for fertilisers needs to be urgently met....
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Discovering the wonders of Bangladesh
Vacationing is no longer a luxury enjoyed by a select few but an increasingly routine part of contemporary life. That tourism has expanded so rapidly, aided by rising incomes and widespread digital connectivity, indicates required means and mindset of a growing number of people for travel. This transformation becomes most...
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Dhaka needs public shuttle bus service
To facilitate commute for visitors to the 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair, taking place at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre in Purbachal, the Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) has pressed into service shuttle buses. The shuttle buses will operate daily from multiple locations in Dhaka and surrounding districts to the...
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Unemployment is a generational curse
Youth represents the most vital, energetic and creative stage of life. It is when individuals seek to establish their place in society, equipped with strength, resilience and aspirations. Economists and sociologists describe youth as the "most potential-rich stage of human capital," as this group drives national productivity and innovation. Yet,...
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Silent burnout in the digital age
While technology has transformed our lives, it has also given rise to mental health challenges, including digital burnout. Excessive social media use is increasingly affecting young people. Online classes, TikTok, Facebook and constant digital engagement are gradually pushing youth into mental exhaustion. Since there are no obvious external symptoms, this...
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