8th five-year plan: Health, education got way less than outlined
Less budgetary allocation for health and education can lead to substandard healthcare and human resource development and also increases out-of-pocket expenditure.
Bangladesh
Covid-19 positivity rate jumps to 8.62%
At least 35 new Covid-19 cases were recorded in 24 hours till 8:00am, January 23. However, 30 new cases were recorded the day before.
Call for fair price grows louder as new EU rules loom for garment makers
Previously, the European Parliament and Council negotiators agreed on new rules – referred to as Due Diligence Laws – obliging firms to integrate their human rights and…
Curbs on fund repatriation irk foreign airlines in Bangladesh
Many foreign airlines serving Bangladesh are not selling tickets to local travel agencies as they cannot take back most of their earnings from ticket sales due to the dollar…
The return of jhumka: A timeless piece of jewellery
Over time, these ornate, dangling earrings have transcended cultural boundaries to become a universal symbol of elegance and grace.
Hokkaido: Sightseeing Icebreaker ‘Aurora’ begins operation: cruise to run through March
The Abashiri Local Meteorological Office observed drift ice on January 19, and it was the first time in nine years that the sightseeing ship toured the sea of drift ice on its…
Bangladesh’s Mousumi Hamid’s wedding wardrobe: A tale of red Benarasi and minimalism
The bridal ensemble has been a tale woven with tradition, culture, and modern minimalism along with the tireless work of the designer and his team.
Asia’s scenic railway routes for every traveller
Whether you are a budget traveller looking for a good deal on prices or someone looking to splurge on a luxury trip, these train rides, convenient for both solo travellers and…
Sheikh Hasina sworn in as PM for fifth term
PM Hasina's party, Awami League, earned a decisive victory with a two-thirds majority in the January 7 national election getting 222 seats.
Bangladesh’s elections were not free and fair: US
The US notes the Awami League party won a majority of seats in the parliamentary elections, but remains concerned by the arrests of thousands of political opposition members and…