Avoiding food loss and waste
In recent years, Bangladesh has been under a rising threat of food insecurity. This concern is not merely a matter of public perception; several international rankings that measure poverty and food security, such as the Global Food Security Index, Global Hunger Index, and Multidimensional Poverty Index, corroborate this fact. For...
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Addressing food insecurity of the vulnerable
In October, food inflation rose to 12.66 per cent from 10.44 in September 2024. According to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), food inflation drove up general point-to-point inflation to 10.87 per cent in October from 9.92 per cent in September. Though these are just abstract numerical figures to experts...
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Attacks on performing art
A certain quarter made its opposition to theatre staged at the Shilpakala Academy known by first forcing the scheduled performance of a drama and then attacking the protest rally held on Friday. Whether their objection is to the performance of that certain play or dramas in general is yet to...
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Bridging the skill gap
Bangladesh is at a crucial juncture in its economic growth, yet there remains a significant mismatch between the qualifications of its young workforce and the needs of the labour market. This anomaly largely contributes to the alarming rise in youth unemployment, as young graduates and job seekers are struggling to...
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Help street children in winter
Winter has already begun, and the number of street children in our country exceeds 5.0 million. During this season, the condition of these children becomes particularly dire. Homelessness, lack of warm clothing, and the harsh cold make them vulnerable to illness. It is common to see street children seeking warmth...
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