Reforms urgent before graduation
Complicated work procedures at government offices that retard service delivery is a legacy hampering the country's growth since its birth. The call for revamping and streamlining it by all concerned is also not new. But the self-serving, archaic system is so deeply entrenched that it still lives on. As a...
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Bulging NPLs enough to derail economy
A sound banking sector is the bedrock of a sound economy. The experience of economies across the world attests to this assertion: without a vibrant, healthy, and functioning banking system, no country can dream of sustainable development, let alone achieve rapid economic growth. In Bangladesh, however, the very pillar that...
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Bamboo as an eco-friendly alternative to wood
Search for more environment-friendly and sustainable alternatives to many familiar practices is now the trend of the time. And as a country highly vulnerable to environmental hazards, it is an imperative that Bangladesh should opt for such alternatives for as many sectors of the economy as possible. With the woodlands...
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Passion isn't the problem, policy is
As a university student eager to start something of my own, I've realised that building a business in Bangladesh takes more than a good idea-it takes navigating a system that often works against you.Today, many young people aren't just job seekers; they want to be job creators. From online shops...
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Need for mental health centres in universities
Mental well-being is just as crucial as physical health in leading a fulfilling and balanced life. Unfortunately, mental health remains a neglected issue in our society, and university students are not exempt from this reality. The absence of dedicated mental health services in most higher education institutions in Bangladesh has...
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