Inclusive credit for women in small trade
The question of women's empowerment in society is critically linked to their inclusivity in the formal financial sector. That means, they are able to make decisions both in family and workplaces about the use of finance. From that point of view, the rate at which they are using the banking...
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When plunder becomes normal
By now, we have all seen the sickening images coming out of various tourist attractions in Sylhet and are appalled at the wholesale plunder of Nature. The once-beautiful white stones, sand dunes and green hills in the iconic Shadapathor and other areas are gone. What remains are scarred, barren landscapes....
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Saying 'No' to children's overweight bags
Shoudamini, a student at the primary level of a renowned school in Dhaka, struggles hard to carry on her tender shoulder an overloaded bag daily. Sometimes she almost cries when it becomes too painful to carry the heavy bag and step up the stairs to reach her classroom on the...
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When the world fails Palestine
The ongoing Palestinian crisis is not just a regional tragedy; it's a test of the legitimacy of the international system. The UN was created after WWII to prevent aggression, promote self-determination and ensure full protection of civilians. Years of displacement, occupation, and outright war should demonstrate the inability or unwillingness...
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Area studies for sustainable banking investments
Bangladesh's banking sector is under severe pressure due to the alarming rise of non-performing loans (NPLs). A large share of these defaults is tied to projects that looked profitable on paper but failed in practice. One key reason is the absence of proper area studies before investment decisions are made.Area...
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