Tomatoes now costlier than apples in Bangladesh
Visiting different kitchen markets on Wednesday, the correspondent witnessed that tomatoes of premium quality are being sold at Tk300 per kg, while apples are sold at Tk. 270 to…
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Rohingya repatriation: Easier said than done
It is in the interest of the greater Asian region that the Rohingya be helped to return to their homeland, where they belong.
Bangladesh Cyber Security Act: Discussions should be held with the media
Experts point out that the issue with the law is not just with its penalties, but the offences described under the law.
Bangladesh hits milestone of 200 green factories
Of the 200 factories, 73 are platinum-rated, 113 are gold-rated, 10 are silver-rated, and four are certified factories.
Landslides kill 6 in Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban
Authorities fear that the death toll might increase as torrential rain and gusty wind are causing flash floods and landslides across the region.
Why meat prices are rising despite surplus production
Despite a surplus in meat production, consumers in Dhaka city had to pay 10 per cent higher prices for broiler chicken meat and 15.04 per cent higher prices for beef yesterday…
Will AI be an economic blessing or curse?
In a globalised economy, there are reasons to doubt whether the potential gains of AI will be felt evenly.
Surging government borrowing portrays a grim future
The writer says the only rescue plan for the government is to drastically enhance tax collection from business groups, tycoons, habitual defaulters, and money launderers.
Pakistan’s economic woes leave textile industry in tatters
The difficulties of the textile sector, which accounts for 60 per cent of Pakistan's exports, are compounded by the critical state of the economy and months of political chaos.
PM Hasina urges Awami League leaders to rally behind whoever the party picks
The prime minister also slammed those who openly criticised lawmakers or local leaders from their own party.