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Thousands suffering as healthcare comes to standstill at NINMAS
Thousands of patients suffering from cancer and other critical diseases receive treatment at the National Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (NINMAS), located on the campus of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU).
Lower and middle classes face consequences as Indo-Bangla train services shut for 123 days
The suspension of India-Bangladesh train services for 123 consecutive days has caused immense difficulties for the general lower and middle-income people of both countries, especially patients.
Tk55,000cr provision shortfall in banking sector
As of September 2024, the total provision and security reserve deficit in the country's banking sector has stood at Tk55,378 crore.
Lawyers advise counter-cases against false complainants
Amidst a mass uprising, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left the country on August 5. Following the upheaval, a series of murder cases were filed nationwide. However, allegations have surfaced that opportunists are exploiting the situation to file rampant phantom cases across the country. Many of these cases reportedly target political and familial rivals or are used to settle personal vendettas, resulting in numerous innocent individuals being accused. This phenomenon has placed the current interim government in an embarrassing situation.
Uncertainty looms over Bangladesh's participation in Kolkata Book Fair
Bengali book lovers across West Bengal and India eagerly await the Kolkata International Book Fair each year. However, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over the participation of Bangladesh in the upcoming fair, sparking discussions among readers. Despite the geographical separation caused by the Partition, the cultural bond between the two Bengals has remained strong. The Bangladesh Pavilion, a prominent attraction of the fair, not only showcases a vast collection of Bangladeshi publications but also hosts renowned authors from the country.
Alarming warning signs in food security
High inflation, slow production growth, reduced imports, and disruptions in the supply chain have put our food security at risk. We were generally informed by various sources that 20 to 22 percent of people suffer from food insecurity. Now this has risen to 26 percent.
A legend’s family in distress – Where do we hide this shame?
He was the highest-rated chess player in the country, the record holder for the most national championship titles, and the player who represented Bangladesh in the most Chess Olympiads. Above all, the late Ziaur Rahman was Bangladesh’s greatest chess player. Yet, just a few months after his passing in July, his family is now in financial distress. This tragic reality is enough to dissuade aspiring chess players from pursuing the game in this country.
Recalling Sidr: Take right as left takes to mass grave
On November 15, 2007, a dark day in Bangladesh’s history of natural disasters, Super Cyclone Sidr struck the coastal regions of the world’s largest delta, located by the Bay of Bengal. There is no exact count of the number of lives lost in the cyclone, as the official and unofficial death tolls vary widely. The government reported around 3,400 deaths, while various unofficial sources estimated nearly 10,000. About 55,000 people were injured, and many went missing. Around 7 million people were directly affected, with several hundred thousand left homeless. Homes, farmland, livestock, and fish farms in the coastal areas were devastated, and many trees and wildlife in the Sundarbans were severely damaged.
Banking sector regains momentum amid crisis recovery
The banking sector in Bangladesh, previously hindered by issues like the S. Alam Group's financial exploitation, a significant amount of non-performing loans, and liquidity crises, is showing signs of recovery. Customers who had previously "lost confidence" and moved away from banks are now returning, alongside a rise in digital transactions. Positive trends are also emerging in the currency market, helping to normalize this critical financial sector.
Medical equipment industry fears setback in recent progress
In 2022, after over two decades of effort, the medical equipment sector in Bangladesh was finally recognized as an emerging industry by the government. This recognition raised hopes for industry leaders that they might receive supportive tax structures and other benefits to encourage local production and protect domestic manufacturers.
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