A devastating act of reason
One must understand the history of self-immolation to gauge what the two incidents signify regarding the US' role in the genocide of Palestinians, against the interest of its own…
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Killing of passenger: Security concerns persist at Mymensingh Railway Station
Gopal and his wife Joba Rani were returning to Gazipur from Mohanganj on February 21 when assailants attempted to snatch his mobile phone. Failing to do so, they stabbed him.…
Impact of Red Sea crisis still ‘moderate’: WTO chief economist
The Red Sea attacks have raised insurance premiums for shipping companies, forcing many to avoid the vital route that normally carries about 12 percent of global maritime trade.
Bangladesh isn’t doing enough to cash in on its demographic dividend
Demographic dividend refers to economic growth resulting from a change in the age structure of a country's population, typically brought on by a decline in birth and death rates.
MRM without prescription: A violation risking the lives of women
Menstrual regulation medication is widely recognised as an abortion medication, but taking the medication could result in dire consequences.
Fund allocated for combating climate change insufficient: Bangladesh minister
The minister was talking to reporters following a bilateral meeting with UN Resident Coordinator Gwyn Lewis at his residence in Paribagh in the capital.
Rohingyas being forcibly recruited by Myanmar military: Report
The report comes after the UN special rapporteur on the country said that Myanmar's ruling military junta has "doubled down" on civilian attacks while showing signs of becoming…
Inconsistent policies, rules barriers to Bangladesh’s export diversification
Inconsistent policies and regulations create uncertainty for exporters and make it difficult for them to plan and invest for the long term, standing in the way of export…
More social protection needed for Bangladesh’s workers: Experts
The workers in Bangladesh receive the lowest minimum wage compared to other countries in South Asia, and their income has declined over the years.
Sectoral Dialogue Partner: Asean mission heads here back Dhaka’s call
The assurance came as Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud requested the members of the ADC to support Bangladesh's bid to become the Sectoral Dialogue Partner to the Asean preferably by…