Take action against single-use plastic
Despite the January 2002 ban on polythene bags, throwaway plastic bags are freely available across the country.
The Daily Star
Bangladesh’s election commission must do a better job in second year
The paper says the commission must act neutrally and steadfastly to create conditions necessary for restoring public trust as well as holding fair and participatory elections.
All hands on deck needed to beat poverty
Failure to manage the basic necessities for survival has driven numerous poor families to leave the capital city and other urban areas and relocate to their village homes.
Bangladesh, Japan eye strategic relationship
Bangladesh hoped that these projects will bring more Japanese investments.
Power supply deal: Heads Adani wins, tails Bangladesh loses
Though officially still kept under tight wraps, the agreement has lately been published by a news portal and a number of whistleblowers in public interest.
Bangladesh hikes electricity prices again by 5%
The hike in electricity comes in line with the commitment made to the International Monetary Fund for a $4.7 billion loan programme.
No change in tune for Bangladesh’s Election Commission in its first year
Regaining public confidence and trust in the Election Commission is undoubtedly a tough task, but it seems the current commission is failing miserably.
Failure to control prices is not an option
The government needs to conduct careful and detailed market analysis to solve the problem, instead of spewing arbitrary measures, hoping they would work.
Why can’t children access Dhaka’s playgrounds?
Without access to playtime, the physical and mental growth of children can be severely hindered.
Apply innovative ideas to build a smart Bangladesh: PM Hasina
She said the country witnessed a radical change in a short period and asked the new Bangladesh Civil Service officers to continue this development trend.