Surge in distressed loans cause for serious concern
The latest figures of distressed loans in the country's banking sector paint a deeply troubling picture of a financial system struggling under the weight of accumulated weaknesses. A sharp rise in distressed assets is not merely a banking-sector concern; it is a matter of national economic significance. According to the...
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Social platforms overtake mainstream media
Social networks and video platforms have overtaken for the first time the mainstream media globally as the primary source of information. The prestigious Reuters Institute Digital News Report's survey of around 100,000 respondents in 48 countries reveals this troubling development. According to its report, 54 per cent of global internet...
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Ad-din Hospital closure: Justice or overreaction?
When six neonates died at Ad-din Hospital at Dhaka's Moghbazar in a span of only three hours on May 27, the entire nation was shaken. The tragedy triggers grief and outrage. In a country where medical negligence surfaces so frequently, people expected a thorough investigation into the incident and exemplary...
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Screen addiction among university students
University students are the future drivers of society, yet growing dependence on digital screens is raising concerns about their academic performance and overall well-being. While technology has expanded access to information and learning opportunities, its excessive use for entertainment is becoming a significant challenge.In the past, reading physical books was...
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Dhaka's neglected foot overbridges
Foot overbridges in Dhaka were built to ensure safe movement of pedestrians. Unfortunately, many of these structures have gradually become symbols of neglect, insecurity and public suffering.A large number of overbridges are poorly maintained. Broken steps, inadequate lighting, foul odours, and piles of garbage make them unpleasant and difficult to...
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