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Why people suffer amid the university demand demonstrations?
Currently, there are 53 public universities in the country. Among them, students of seven colleges affiliated with Dhaka University (DU) have been protesting for the establishment of a full-fledged university, demanding the creation of an independent university. Over the past few weeks, these students have gathered on various roads in Dhaka almost every day, except for weekends and government holidays. This has caused severe traffic jams in those areas and nearby roads, leading to a lot of inconvenience for the public.
Stop using banned polythene
The discovery of polythene in human history is a significant event. Polythene is something that does not degrade. It does not mix with the soil, nor does it rot. The same polythene can be reused, and new polythene can be made from it. Its use for packaging is easy and inexpensive. Therefore, plastic has been widely used for packaging products. Plastic bags have also become popular in Bangladesh over the last three to four decades. Where people once took bags made of fabrics to the market, now it is no longer necessary. A free plastic bag is given with any purchase.
Dismantle the potato syndicate
Potato is an essential vegetable in our lives. There is hardly any dish that does not include potato. After rice, potato is probably the most in-demand food item. It is often said that Bengalis live on fish and rice, but it would not be an exaggeration to say that they live on rice and potatoes. Now-a-days, many Bengalis no longer eat fish regularly, but it is hard to imagine a day without potato. When there are no other vegetables at home, many families simply make mashed potatoes and have it with rice. However, even this simple potato is now out of reach for many. At the retail level, the price of potato is currently 70 to 75 taka per kilogram, which is almost the same as the price of fine rice and even more expensive than coarse rice. In such a situation, low-income families have to carefully calculate whether they can afford potatoes at all.
Stop workers' protests
The frequent workers' protests are turning Gazipur into a battlefield day by day. As soon as one factory protest ends, another begins at a different factory. This has made life in Gazipur nightmarish for its residents. Because workers' protests mean road blockades. This has been the regular scene in Gazipur for the past one and a half to two months. According to a report published in the newspaper on Monday (November 18), workers from another factory in Gazipur have turned the streets into a battlefield with clashes and fires.
Let Munim Hossain’s breakthrough help advance Bangladesh’s physics
In Bangladesh, physics is primarily recognized as an academic subject in educational institutions. Beyond that, there is little awareness of advanced research or practical applications in the field of physics. For instance, the work involving nuclear energy in Bangladesh remains largely unknown to us.
Resolve chaos in garment factories immediately
For an extended period, workers in the Gazipur region have been protesting due to unpaid wages. While some factories have managed to clear outstanding salaries and resume operations, the situation remains dire in others.
Questions over removal of Bangabandhu's portrait from Bangabhaban
After the people's uprising on August 5, criticism of the previous 15-year rule of the Awami League government has been accompanied by attempts to question the liberation war and Bangabandhu, which is undesirable. Many who hold respect for the liberation war believe that the liberation war and Bangabandhu are intrinsically connected, and while criticizing the past 15 years of the Awami League government, one cannot criticize Bangabandhu. By criticizing Bangabandhu, many are inadvertently casting doubt on the entire liberation war, which is an unexpected turn for the country.
Ensure renewal of doctors' registration
Treatment is an extremely sensitive service. The term "business" is not associated with healthcare; rather, it is universally recognized as a service. However, in the context of Bangladesh, it is observed that many have treated healthcare as a business and have not hesitated to engage in corruption and malpractice to expand their business. There have been instances of fraud in the name of healthcare. Some have provided medical treatment without being qualified doctors, and there are cases where people have died due to wrong treatment.
Revitalize Gazipur by resolving the garment industry standoff
For the past few days, anyone heading to Gazipur or traveling north through Gazipur has been forced to spend hours stuck on the road. The reason for this is the ongoing worker protests, which have literally paralyzed Gazipur. This situation has persisted for the last two months. The protests occasionally subside, things seem to improve for a week or so, but soon after, the unrest flares up again, bringing the city to a standstill, shutting down factories, and creating massive traffic congestion. As a result, general people face immense hardship, while the country’s industries are also at risk.
Make Ritwik Ghatak's home a film museum
In response, the Ritwik Ghatak Film Society in Rajshahi has long been advocating for the preservation of the house. Thanks to their persistent efforts, the Ministry of Culture took action during the previous government to protect the property.
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