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NBR bifurcation: Towards fairer revenue regime

The recent bifurcation of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) into two separate entities under the Ministry of Finance has come as a surprise, despite tentative moves taken previously in this direction. The newly established Revenue Policy Division and Revenue Management Division will now split responsibilities that were so long...

Mind behind monstrous acts of homicide

If the ultimate crime is homicide, Bangladesh has perhaps been witnessing a higher incidence of it lately. The recent surge in murder has a fair share in political vendetta. But this has also acted as a powerful provocation for settling scores where personal, family and land disputes are involved. Grisly...

Patients in peril at public hospitals

It will be hard to find a single patient who, while receiving medical treatment at public health facilities in Bangladesh, did not experience neglect, non-cooperation or some other forms of unexpected behaviour from doctors, other healthcare providers or employees. What patients face at public hospitals sometimes go far beyond these....

Towards sustainable fashion

Bangladesh's thriving garment industry is a cornerstone of its economy, yet it produces over 400,000 tonnes of textile waste annually. While sustainability conversations often centre around energy or agriculture, textile waste management remains a largely overlooked issue-despite its immense potential.Much of this waste ends up in landfills or is incinerated,...

The toll of energy crisis

Bangladesh's energy crisis is no longer just an infrastructure or economic issue-it's a growing public health concern. Recent research reveals that frequent power outages, gas shortages, and rising fuel prices are significantly increasing stress levels among households, particularly in urban and low-income communities. The study highlights that older adults, low-income...

Trapped in tutoring cycle

Tutoring has become a primary source of income for students in Bangladesh, particularly in urban areas. With rising unemployment, many university, college, and even school students turn to tutoring as a means of survival. However, what appears to be an opportunity has become a trap-fuelled by the growing influence of...