What should be role of TCB?
The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) is known mostly for not serving the purpose it was created for. In a free market economy, such an organisation is an anachronism. But when the free market is followed in its convoluted form, a body of this type can play a significant role...
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Water for cultivation: Pricing and adoption
Average rainfall in Bangladesh is reported to be more than 2,000 mm per year with more than three-fourths occurring from June to September. Thus, excessive water logging in the rainy season and inadequate moisture in soil in the dry season (January to April) adversely affect the production of the staple...
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Oligopolistic solution in public transportation?
In a bid to contain the growing disorder of the public transport system in Dhaka, limiting the number of bus operators is seen as a critical step. While experts have been arguing for long to take a comprehensive measure in this regard, policymakers have, of late, acknowledged it as a...
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Tigers need to win match against Afghanistan
Bangladesh have won against Sri Lanka during the first match of the Asia Cup held in Dubai on September 16. It was a great moment for fans of the Tigers who thrashed the Lankans by 137 runs. Despite retiring hurt, Tamim came to the crease to bat again. This opened...
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Street children need care and attention
It is estimated that 380,000 children of the country between the ages of five and 14 years live on the streets. The health of these children is at great risk. The street children some times get involved in crime. Criminal gangs use these vulnerable children in unlawful activities. This paves...
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Skipping breakfast: Unhealthy habit
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it gives an individual the energy required to kick-start the day on a positive note. Many people, especially from the young age groups, have a tendency to skip breakfast. This is very unhealthy. A proper breakfast is very necessary, as...
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