Fresh impetus to technical, vocational training
The ICT sector had been a prime target of looters of the deposed government, with massive corruption in various projects implemented under the slogans of building a 'Digital Bangladesh' and 'Smart Bangladesh'. Newspaper reports reveal misappropriation of billions of taka from projects aimed at establishing IT training centres, IT parks,...
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Bringing looted money back home
Within two months of assuming office, the interim government of Dr Muhammad Yunus on September 29 formed a 9-member task force headed by the Bangladesh Bank governor to bring back the money stolen and smuggled out of the country during the previous regime. The task force started work with immediate...
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Discrimination at its worst
Politics, finance, commerce, market volatility and various protesting workers' unions or professional bodies along with major accidents mostly hog news headlines because those issues concern the entire nation and even others well beyond the border. But the news carried on the inside pages, much as those may often be treated...
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Swipe less, save more
Achieving financial independence for Bangladesh's millennials and Gen Z requires disciplined saving and smart investing. While mobile financial services simplify transactions, they also encourage "invisible spending" making expenditures easier and less tangible. This underscores the importance of establishing consistent saving habits.Start by saving at least 10 per cent of your...
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Digital revolution or digital divide?
The digital revolution has transformed every aspect of modern life, from how we work to how we connect, learn, and communicate. But with all its benefits, this revolution has brought with it a less-discussed consequence, which is digital deprivation. As digital technology continues to advance, a widening gap is emerging...
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