Sustaining wind of change at country’s airports
Bangladesh's main gateway of entry and departure of international air traffic, the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka, had never been a friendly and welcome place for airline passengers and visitors until recently. In fact, the hours of delay, hassles and harassment that both the outgoing and incoming passengers...
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No easy answer to energy sector's problems
At a recent seminar titled "Challenges in Reforms in Energy and Power Sector" on September 4, two of the country's leading energy sector experts, BUET Professor Dr. Tamim and Dr. Ijaz Hossain spoke. Dr. Ijaz presented the key note paper in which major issues plaguing the energy and power sectors...
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When intellectuals work as lackeys of autocrats
The dark side of a number of so-called progressive intellectuals of the country has already been exposed. Over the years, they supported the misdeeds of the Hasina regime and never raised any question about various oppressive steps taken. They were awarded for the loyalty irrespective of their qualification and mostly...
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Ensuring greater financial inclusion
A significant portion of the population remains unbanked due to the perceived complexity and apprehension associated with initiating banking relationships, particularly in rural areas. For emerging entrepreneurs, securing bank loans is arduous due to exorbitant interest rates and the collateral required, which many lack. Women, in particular, face substantial difficulties...
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Historic victory over Pakistan
Have we forgotten the Test cricket match between Bangladesh and Pakistan held in Multan in 2003? We still remember that match vividly. Although Bangladesh had the potential to win, they ultimately lost. It was Inzamam-ul-Haq, the ace Pakistani batsman who played a crucial role in securing the victory in that...
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