Rape a symptom of decay
The brutal rape and tragic death of an eight-year-old girl in Magura have plunged the nation into deep grief and outrage. This heinous crime, committed by her relatives while she was visiting her sister's home, lays bare the alarming moral decay festering within society. Despite being rushed through multiple medical...
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Trade with China and India: is there any shift?
Whether the political change in Bangladesh on August 5 has made an impact on the country's bilateral trade with India is a matter of discussion for understandable reasons. The media has already shed light on the matter, linking it with the deterioration of overall bilateral relations between the two countries....
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Messy clinical waste management
The cruel irony is that hospitals and clinics in the country have become sources of both health and diseases. A look at the hospital environment and disposal of clinical waste will make the point clear. Healthcare centres, especially the public ones, have turned so not only because of their filthy...
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Zakat as charity
Islam has made Zakat obligatory to safeguard the rights of the poor and establish social justice. In Islamic economics, there are clear guidelines for wealth distribution, ensuring economic balance through Zakat. The Holy Qur'an states, "Wealth should not be circulated only among your rich" (Surah Al-Hashr, verse 7) and "In...
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Rural primary education in dire straits
Primary schools serve as the foundation of human development, shaping the future of young learners. However, in many rural areas, this crucial stage of education remains neglected, raising serious concerns about the future of countless children.The condition of rural primary schools is alarming. Teachers, despite holding postgraduate degrees, often engage...
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