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Trump's policies could make US top Labour market for Bangladesh
Amid the tightening of immigration policies during Donald Trump's second term, a new opportunity might emerge for Bangladesh. Although the Trump administration is intensifying crackdowns on illegal immigration, there is a growing demand for skilled workers in the U.S. in sectors like security, construction, driving, and other service industries.
66% of loans in default: Janata Bank struggles to stay afloat
For the past decade and a half, the state-owned Janata Bank has held the top spot in discussions and criticisms within the country’s banking sector. Allegations persist that the bank has favored individuals and groups with political influence, granting them massive loans with minimal collateral. As a result, the bank has accumulated an enormous amount of non-performing loans (NPLs).
Negligence hinders Chandranath hill’s tourism potential
Mismanagement, unhygienic conditions, and a lack of security—along with the authorities’ failure to take effective measures to attract tourists—have prevented the Chandranath hill from becoming a major tourist destination. There is no law enforcement presence to maintain order, no quality hotels or motels for accommodation and dining, and not even a single public toilet in the entire hill area or its surroundings. As a result, this scenic location in Sitakunda, Chattogram, remains deprived of the expected influx of tourists.
Frozen bank accounts rise, money remains unrecovered
On August 5 last year, following Sheikh Hasina's departure from the country amid a mass uprising, winds of change swept across almost every sector, including politics and the economy. As part of this transformation, the Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, pledged to restructure the banking sector. He dissolved the boards of 11 "corrupt" banks and reconstituted them while initiating comprehensive banking reforms. He also assured that efforts would be made to recover money laundered from the banking sector. However, in the past six months, there has been little progress in retrieving these laundered funds.
Interim Government's first DC conference: What new directions are expected?
The first District Commissioners (DC) conference of the interim government holds significant importance in the current administrative context. This conference will involve discussions between the DCs and various ministries, where important directions will be given. In light of the changed political scenario, special policy decisions and administrative directions are expected to emerge from this conference.
Rift emerges over member secretary position in youth's new political party
A growing rift over the leadership structure in a new political party, formed by student and youth activists, has sparked controversy within the National Citizens Committee and the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement.
No respite from edible oil crisis, consumers in distress
Despite a drop in prices in the international market and an increase in imports and supply, the edible oil crisis continues in the local market. Consumers are particularly frustrated by the alleged artificial shortage of soybean oil, with traders either not selling it or charging higher prices. Many people blame the government for failing to control this ongoing chaos, which has persisted for months. With the holy month of Ramadan approaching, there are growing concerns over another price hike, yet the administration appears to have taken no effective measures to prevent it.
Commission proposes local body election under caretaker government
Amid ongoing debates on whether the national or local government elections should be held first, the Election System Reform Commission has proposed conducting all local government elections first under a caretaker government, followed by the national elections. The commission has recommended setting the tenure of the caretaker government at four months to complete all elections within this period.
116 years old woman Rukhminia lives in Sylhet
A 116-year-old woman has been found in Moulvibazar. Her name is Rukhminia Pashi. According to the information on her national identity card, she is now 116 years, four months and one day old.
Extrajudicial and unlawful killings continue unabated
Extrajudicial killings show no signs of stopping in Bangladesh. At the same time, incidents of mob justice and unlawful killings are increasing. Even more concerning is the lack of independent investigations and fair trials against those accused of such actions. According to various human rights organizations and legal experts, the continuation of such incidents poses a major obstacle to human rights and good governance in the country. They argue that, just like in previous administrations, extrajudicial and unlawful killings continue to persist.
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