Ensuring cyber security of banks
Digital transformation is taking place rapidly across all sectors and the shift is an inevitable consequence of technological advancement. As Bangladesh embraces this digital revolution, concerns about cyber security have also been rising. Government institutions, the financial sector, military installations, industry, trade and commerce, and the energy sector are all...
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How medical costs push up poverty
A World Bank (WB) report says that the rate of extreme poverty in Bangladesh in 2024 is projected to rise to 5.1 per cent from 4.9 per cent in 2023. The extremely poor, according to the WB, are the segment of the population that earns US$2.15 a day. Similarly, there...
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Why price hike cannot be restrained
The litany of complaints, accusations and protests against manipulative price hikes has been going on for years and decades without redress. A common complaint earlier was that the presence of business Mughals in parliament and the past regime's favouritism for quite a few highly notorious among them were responsible for...
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Medical centre in name only!
Dr. MR Khan Medical Centre at Jessore University of Science and Technology is apparently failing to live up to students' expectations. Students seeking medical attention often leave disappointed, unable to receive the care they urgently need. Despite arriving during scheduled hours, students frequently don't find doctors. They are either absent...
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Diversifying economy for a sustainable future
Bangladesh has made remarkable progress in recent years, achieving a steady GDP growth rate. The readymade garment (RMG) sector, which has been the cornerstone of our economy, has propelled Bangladesh onto the global stage. However, our heavy reliance on a single industry poses significant risks, especially amid fluctuating global demand...
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