Getting rid of shady private power deals
As a temporary answer to the acute supply shortage in the national grid, a number of power plants were set up in the private sector during the previous autocratic regime. But the contracts for those quick rental, rental and independent power plants (IPPs) were arbitrarily awarded to companies favoured by...
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Can Bangladesh afford servicing its debts?
The burden of public debt in Bangladesh is rising, both in absolute terms and relative to the size of the economy. By the end of the 2025-26 fiscal year, the government's total domestic and external debt is expected to reach Tk 23.42 trillion and it could go beyond Tk 28.93...
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Shrabon's transition into a red-letter month
Another Shrabon, or Shaon, is there in Bangladesh now. The fourth month on the traditional Bangla calendar is also the second month of Barsha, the wet season when rainfall occurs heavily. One year back, the month of Shrabon in Bangladesh was full of fury against the now fallen autocratic government's...
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Sidewalks held hostage: Pedestrians suffer
In cities like Dhaka, Chattogram, and Rajshahi, walking has become a daily challenge. Sidewalks, which should serve as safe spaces for pedestrians, have been overtaken by hawkers, makeshift stalls, construction materials and even political banners. What should be a basic right has turned into a constant risk, forcing people onto...
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How AI can help take smart decision
As artificial intelligence (AI) changes markets around the world, businesses in Bangladesh are starting to look at how it can help them not just with tasks, but also in making important decisions.AI tools can now handle huge amounts of data, helping companies figure out what people want to buy, set...
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