Walking the talk on ESG compliance
Bangladesh's securities regulator has taken a step that many observers regard as overdue. The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission recently put out the Corporate Governance Rules 2026 for public consultation, and the centrepiece of this new framework is a mandatory requirement for all listed companies to disclose Environmental, Social and...
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Teesta project: A source of rivalry or cooperation?
From time immemorial, rivers have meant much more to the people of Bangladesh than mere sources of water. The rivers system has made civilization possible and supported agricultural and livelihood activities, while also serving as the cultural and emotional centerpieces of a country that rests on its delta. Among 54...
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Proposed power tariff hike and pertinent issues
Inflation is resurging once again after a brief respite, raising serious concern among people in lower-income brackets about the cost of living. Prices of almost all essential commodities have gone up, and all modes of transportation have become costlier since the government increased fuel prices last month. Now, in a...
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Help boost leather sector
Every year, millions of animals are sacrificed during the holy festival of Eid-ul-Azha, one of the most significant religious festivals for Muslims. A substantial portion of the raw materials used in the leather industry comes from the hides of these sacrificed animals. As such, the proper management of the hides...
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Ensuring security on campus
Dhaka University is the premier university of Bangladesh and is often referred to as the "Oxford of the East". However, the current reality paints a different picture. The university campus is increasingly occupied by unauthorized individuals, including drug-addicted and mentally unstable persons. As a result, students often face an unsafe...
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