Review of social safety net programmes
The government's decision to review once a year the benefits provided under cash-based social safety net (SSN) programmes in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a timely and pragmatic move. The objective is clear -- to ensure that the allowances offered under these schemes remain realistic and meaningful...
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A betrayal of a national dream!
A webinar titled "Economic Dynamics and Mood at Household Level in Mid 2025" has explored a wide range of issues of national life including payment of bribes for official services and optimism about the country's future. The Power and Participation Research Centre (PPRC) arrived at mostly disquieting findings on the...
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Bridging policy gaps in climate finance
Bangladesh stands at the crossroads. Rising sea levels, salinity intrusion, frequent cyclones, and flooding are no longer distant threats; they are realities confronting millions. According to government assessments, the country needs about US$12.5 billion annually, equivalent to nearly 3.0 per cent of its GDP, just to address escalating climate risks....
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Pressure among teenagers
Teenagers often feel the need to fit in with their friends, for whom peer influence is extremely important. At this age, friends can provide positive guidance, such as encouraging study, sports, or social activities. However, friends can also pressure teenagers into actions they should avoid-this is known as peer pressure.Peer...
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