Streamlining ADP preparation
It is quite logical to raise a few questions about the government's annual development programme (ADP). The questions relate to its size and quality of projects included for implementation. Despite being forced to trim the ADP in the second half of every fiscal year (FY), the government continues to increase...
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Ills of unplanned urbanisation
Unplanned urbanisation is likely to pose a challenge to the nation's goal of becoming a developed country by 2041, according to analysts.Marking the launch of a book titled 'Institutions for Development: Urbanisation and Land Issues in Bangladesh' in the city, they say the consequences of urbanisation in the current pattern...
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Elegy on 'prantor' of the bygone days
The word 'prantor' in Bangla is unique to the language. Many would go further. The term means a topographical shape in Bengal, or in today's Bangladesh. Its connotation has no parallel in any other languages. The English 'pasture', 'meadow', 'prairie' etc are nowhere near 'prantor'. Prantors, the vast expanses with...
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Hazardous areas near rail lines
Many may recall the tragic incident that occurred a few years ago at a point on Dhaka-Narayanganj railway route. In the terrible mishap a young passenger was killed. The ill-fated youth brushed against a makeshift shop front. It was erected illegally, precariously close to the track. Struggling to remain clung...
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What is next after zebras?
Busting the dens of wildlife traffickers and rescue of endangered animals and birds is now common news in the country. Over the last couple of decades, various types of animal and bird species have been rescued from smugglers' captivity. They include rare turtles, baby alligators, wild cats and birds. Both...
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