Disaster insurance: A tool to help farmers
Disaster insurance, closely linked to uncertain weather patterns and unpredictable harvests, is yet to figure as a possible recourse for farmers in the country. Given the vulnerabilities that characterise farming in this region, insuring crops against natural calamities is of paramount importance. Disaster insurance goes beyond traditional crop insurance by...
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Restoring due process of law
The astounding scale of enforced disappearances, torture, and extrajudicial killings under Sheikh Hasina's 16-year despotic rule stands as incontestable evidence that without due process of law, justice becomes arbitrary, the rule of law collapses, and authoritarianism thrives.Had there been even a shred of respect for the constitutional guarantees of due...
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Construction trouble in Dhaka
In any construction work, be it public or private, minimisation of hazards and trouble it may cause is a major consideration in standard construction practice globally. However, it will be hard for anyone observing the practice in Bangladesh, particularly the capital city of Dhaka, to believe that authorities concerned give...
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Air pollution hindering brain development
Fresh air is essential for a child's normal development. However, air pollution has reached alarming levels worldwide, severely affecting children's brain development. Exposure to polluted air obstructs cognitive and neurological growth, leading to long-term learning disabilities, behavioural issues, and mental health problems.According to the World Health Organization, around 93 per...
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Caring for communities during Ramadan
Ramadan is a month of reflection, prayer, and, above all, compassion. It is a time when acts of kindness and generosity take on even greater significance. As we observe fasting and spiritual devotion, it is our duty to extend care to those around us, particularly those who are struggling with...
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