Dhaka’s sprawling slums have long been emblematic of hardship, but a worsening crisis is now exacerbating the struggles of their residents—the alarming rise in drug addiction. A field visit to various slum areas reveals a grim reality where substance abuse is tearing apart families and futures.
In Korail slum, Nipa recounts her father’s tragic downfall. Once a hardworking man, he now spends his days intoxicated, leaving Ripa and her mother to toil as domestic workers to sust...
Loan disbursements through agent banking saw a significant increase of 55.95 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), reaching Taka 24,028.31 crore by the end of December 2024, driven by improved access to finance for rural populations, according to data from Bangladesh Bank (BB).
In December of the previous year, loan disbursements amounted to Taka 15,407.33 crore.As of December 2024, a total of 31 banks provided agent banking services through 21,248 outlets o...
While excess liquid assets rose, excess cash holdings in banks declined by Tk2,291 crore, standing at Tk17,675 crore at the ...
The Chief Adviser arrived on the Shaheed Minar premises when the clock struck 12 midnight. He proceeded to the altar of the Central Shaheed Minar at a slow pace while playing the historic immortal song on the Amar ...
Bangladesh’s footwear sector is set for substantial expansion, presenting lucrative investment opportunities in both leather and non-leather segments. The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) highlighted this potential in a recent newsletter while also acknowledging the challenges that must be addressed to sustain growth and enhance competitiveness.
Shah Mohammad Mahboob, an executive member of BIDA, underscored the industry's vast pot...
Japan’s ODA increases have happened in tandem with Bangladesh’s economic growth, rise in bilateral trade and recognition of its strategic importance for maritime security. Sheikh Hasina’...
