Thu, 17 Oct 24
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Thu, 17 Oct 24
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Wed, 16 Oct 24
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Thu, 17 Oct 24
Editorial Views
The Foreign Ministry is prepared to take all necessary steps to bring back former prime minister Sheikh Hasina from India and track down others wanted by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) who fled the country after August 5.
A recent report by the World Bank titled “Business Ready” has expressed dissatisfaction with the current business and trade environment in Bangladesh. It states that the existing conditions for business and trade in Bangladesh are far from favorable. As a result, despite having immense potential, the country is struggling to perform well in international trade. Considering the current realities of the business environment, Bangladesh has been placed fourth in the rankings. In a review based on ten indicators, Bangladesh scored 53.86 out of a total of 100 points.
Customers who were deceived by several e-commerce companies during the previous Awami League-led government are getting refunds as the present interim government has taken an initiative in this regard. So far, Tk410.69 crore has been paid.
This year, even before the monsoon season officially began, the situation regarding dengue fever, carried by Aedes mosquitoes, is showing alarming signs across the country. Everyday, countless people are rushing to hospitals due to dengue fever. Climate change, rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and unplanned urbanization are all contributing to the increased risk of dengue.
The government distributes various types of allowances, such as elderly allowances, widow allowances, husband deserted women allowances, and disability allowances, to assist the extremely poor. However, approximately 43% of the individuals receiving benefits under the social safety net program are ineligible for the allowances. Due to nepotism and corruption in the beneficiary selection process during previous administrations, many ineligible individuals have been included in the lists. To rectify this situation, the interim government has decided to review the list of beneficiaries and exclude the ineligible while including the eligible.
Pakistan is a large Muslim country, is strategically located, and has nuclear weapons. Experts debate whether these weapons' safety is under reasonable control. Some people are worried that by 2030, Pakistan might have the third-largest number of nuclear weapons in the world. This makes some Western countries, especially the United States, worried. There are also allegations that some people in Pakistan might support extremist groups. Some of these groups have even said they want to use nuclear weapons if they get them. People wonder if these groups think it is okay to use nuclear weapons based on their religious beliefs.
A few days ago, at an event in the National Press Club auditorium, an intellectual stated, “It is not enough to have free elections for democracy to be established in the country. Long-term practice and engagement are necessary. To establish democracy, it is essential to create a national consensus among citizens on various issues and to awaken democratic consciousness.”
Netanyahu's thirst for blood has not been quenched by the genocide in Gaza, so he has become desperate to satisfy it with the blood of Lebanon. Therefore, he has rejected the international community's call for a ceasefire with the Hezbollah group in Lebanon. He has instructed Israeli forces to attack Lebanon with full force. As fears of an all-out war in the Middle East increase due to Israel's assaults in Lebanon, the United States, United Kingdom, European Union (EU), and several Arab states have called for a 21-day temporary ceasefire in Lebanon. They have also expressed support for a ceasefire in the Palestinian territories of Gaza.
The prices of essential goods are not coming under control at all. The prices of rice, lentils, oil, fish, meat, sugar, and eggs are rising, and now the prices of vegetables have also skyrocketed. The cost of vegetables is jumping rapidly, leaving the general public in distress. After the fall of the Awami League government, there was a sudden drop in vegetable prices, which brought joy to many. People thought happiness had returned, but this situation did not last even two days. Citing rain and floods as excuses, the prices of various vegetables surged even higher than before. Currently, prices in the fresh market are out of control for almost all products without any apparent reason. Most vegetables are now priced at 80 to 100 takas per kilogram. As a result, limited-income consumers are struggling as they enter the market with their bags. There are growing questions among buyers about who is controlling the market, or if anyone is in control at all. Some have even started reminiscing about the better days of the past.
Many people don’t think deeply about the implications of the terms they use. Independence is something that every nation achieves only once. We often refer to it as the "Second Liberation Struggle." We attained our independence in 1971 and established a sovereign nation-state, but we never achieved political and economic liberation. Even in an independent country, people have lived in subjugation for a long time. After independence, we were often under Indian influence. There has always been Indian aggression in cultural and economic spheres. Therefore, we can refer to the fall of a fascist government backed by India as a form of "liberation." However, the term "Second Independence" cannot be accurately described in the language of social or political sciences. It may serve as an expression of people's emotions.
Iran launched an unprecedented ballistic missile attack on Israel. Iran targeted military facilities, including Dimona, where Israel's nuclear weapons facility is. The Israeli military has acknowledged that some of its airbases were hit in the ballistic missile attacks but underscored that the air force remains functional.
"My Heart Will Go On..." Just hearing the name "Titanic" probably brings Celine Dion's iconic song to mind for millions of viewers. The image of Jack and Rose standing at the bow of the massive ship, holding hands, arms spread wide, gazing into the vast blue ocean, floats before our eyes. The ship is on its way from London to New York, crossing the endless Atlantic, heading towards a dreamland where they will step ashore and build a dreamy future. But suddenly, the ship strikes a massive iceberg—and then! We all know what happened next.
Digital service provider Robi Aziata PLC arranged a get together titled “bdapps Connect: Engage & Innovate 2024 – Top Developers Meet & Greet,” at the Robi Axiata Ltd. Head Office recently.
What was the epic failure in the telecommunication sector in the last 16 years? In a word, the answer to the question is the inability of establishing domestic proprietorship. As a result, despite opportunities reducing dependency on foreign companies and investment couldn’t be possible. Moreover, allegations of laundering funds from the sector were raised. Furthermore, some officials and individuals related to foreign operators pointed their fingers to the local investors in the telecom sector.
The United States has said there is no excuse for violence and anyone responsible for violence should be held accountable in Bangladesh.
A 17-year-old boy has been detained by Indian police after he allegedly sent bomb threats to Indian-based airlines on social media platform X, which led to flight delays and diversions.
At least 140 people have been killed and dozens more wounded after an overturned fuel tanker exploded in northwestern Nigeria, according to police and emergency workers.
India's foreign minister S Jaishankar emphasised the need for territorial integrity and cooperation based on mutual respect, in his remarks at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Pakistan on Wednesday.
This year, even before the monsoon season officially began, the situation regarding dengue fever, carried by Aedes mosquitoes, is showing alarming signs across the country. Everyday, countless people are rushing to hospitals due to dengue fever. Climate change, rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and unplanned urbanization are all contributing to the increased risk of dengue.
The Foreign Ministry is prepared to take all necessary steps to bring back former prime minister Sheikh Hasina from India and track down others wanted by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) who fled the country after August 5.
A recent report by the World Bank titled “Business Ready” has expressed dissatisfaction with the current business and trade environment in Bangladesh. It states that the existing conditions for business and trade in Bangladesh are far from favorable. As a result, despite having immense potential, the country is struggling to perform well in international trade. Considering the current realities of the business environment, Bangladesh has been placed fourth in the rankings. In a review based on ten indicators, Bangladesh scored 53.86 out of a total of 100 points.
2024 literature laureate Han Kang had just finished dinner with her son at her home in Seoul when she received the news. In this interview, she reflects on being the first South Korean literature laureate and talks about how writers as a collective have influenced her: “All their efforts and strengths have been my inspiration.” Han Kang also talks about her writing process on the international hit The Vegetarian, and recommends her most recent book We Do Not Part for anyone who’s curious to start reading her books.
Ekushey Padak winner and eminent actor Jamaluddin Hussain has been laid to rest in Calgary, Canada.
