Expanding market of local toiletry, hygiene products
The steady rise in the consumption of locally produced toiletry and hygiene products marks a significant and welcome shift away from reliance on imports. Recent reports indicate that homegrown toiletry and beauty brands are increasingly replacing expensive imported alternatives, driven by affordability, improved quality and an expanding range of offerings....
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War is no solution, negotiations may find one
Internal armed conflicts, wars and proxy wars---some of those prolonged--- have been continuing in quite a few regions of the world. But none of those between two nuclear powers! The latest air strike codenamed "Operation Sindoor" launched on Pakistan by India on the early morning of Wednesday now brings the...
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Paucity of public toilets in a mega city
Dhaka, the capital and largest city of Bangladesh, is supposed to be the most developed and well-maintained city in the country. But the reality is quite the opposite. Garbage and faeces are often seen left on roads, footpaths and other open spaces. It is so common that people no longer...
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Regaining the habit of reading
Books are a storehouse of knowledge, a symbol of human values, and a cornerstone of societal progress. Through reading, we not only acquire information but also nurture our thinking, imagination, and analytical abilities. Books open our minds to new perspectives-ones that are vital for both individual growth and the advancement...
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Save youngsters from drugs
Drug addiction among school and college students in Bangladesh has emerged as a deeply alarming issue. Once largely confined to urban centres, this menace is now rapidly spreading to rural areas, ensnaring young minds in its toxic grip. The consequences are dire-students are losing their intellectual potential, experiencing moral decay,...
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