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Combating chemical contamination of foods

Nowhere in the world are foods - starting from staples to vegetables, fish, meat and fruits - subjected to such indiscriminate chemical contamination and harmful treatment as these are done in this part of the world. Once again, studies have confirmed the presence of far higher levels of heavy metals...

Can varsities break free from politics?

As the interim government is appointing Vice-Chancellors and Pro-Vice-Chancellors for public universities based on merit and broad acceptability, there is a sigh of relief and a palpable sense of hope of better things to come among students and the general public. It is seen as a significant opportunity to cleanse...

Decline in Hilsa population concerning

The Hilsa fish, locally known as 'Ilish', holds a special place in the heart of millions of people here and in neighbouring Indian state of West Bengal. Whether served at a family gathering, a special festival, or a simple dinner at home, the Hilsa symbolises more than just a delicacy....

Combating corruption in public projects

In Bangladesh, corruption and a lack of transparency in public projects remain significant challenges. Large-scale infrastructure projects are frequently delayed, poorly managed, or burdened with inflated costs due to corrupt practices, despite efforts to improve governance. This results in a waste of taxpayers' money and prevents essential development from benefiting...

Tapping potential of freelancing

Freelancing has gained significant popularity around the world, and Bangladesh is no exception. In 2023, 1.57 billion people, or 46.7 per cent of the global labour force, were freelancers, contributing to a market valued at $3.39 trillion, with approximately 1 million freelancers hailing from Bangladesh.Despite this, Bangladesh has yet to...

Waterlogging in Noakhali

Recently, different areas of Noakhali, Feni, and Lakshmipur were inundated due to flooding caused by water from India. The crops, livestock and other sources of livelihood in these areas have suffered severe damage, and the effect is still felt in some parts of Noakhali. Both sides of the Feni-Noakhali main...