Missing revenue target
When a set revenue target looks unachievable, the reasons may be either it is too lofty to achieve or inefficiency on the part of taxmen or some unavoidable setback encountered at some point of the fiscal period. In case of Bangladesh, the general trend of mismatch between the revenue target...
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Saving the Modhupur Forest a race against time
There was a time when the Modhupur forest, also known as the Modhupur Sal forest, was a vibrant ecosystem teeming with wildlife. For those who grew up near its edges, the memories of deer grazing freely, birdsong echoing through thick canopies, and the subtle rustle of Sal leaves in the...
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Smart farming to help farmers
During its emergence as an independent nation more than half a century back, agriculture was the mainstay of the economy with 85 per cent of the population dependent on it. And agriculture's share of the GDP was 80 per cent. With increase in productivity through irrigation, introduction of high yielding...
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Rebuilding investor confidence
The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) are critical pillars of Bangladesh's financial system. Yet, both markets have increasingly become unstable, causing significant financial losses for ordinary investors. This erosion of investor confidence stems from a range of persistent issues, including a lack of transparency, insider trading,...
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Why young couples in Dhaka delaying children
Modern-day Dhaka presents significant obstacles to starting a family, particularly due to the financial challenges faced by young couples. With rising living costs consuming much of their disposable income, delaying parenthood has become the new norm. Couples are increasingly aligning their biological timelines with the point at which they reach...
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