Category: South Asia

Rising Gun Violence Ignites Security Fears in Jashore Rising Gun Violence Ignites Security Fears in Jashore

Rising Gun Violence Ignites Security Fears in Jashore

The southwestern border district of Jashore is grappling with a surge in violent crime, as the proliferation of illegal firearms casts a dark shadow over the region’s stability. According to police data and local reports, the district has witnessed a staggering 243 homicides over the past four years. While various weapons have been employed, the […]
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Wheat Cargo Stranded for 34 Days in Chattogram Wheat Cargo Stranded for 34 Days in Chattogram

Wheat Cargo Stranded for 34 Days in Chattogram

In a stark revelation of supply chain inefficiencies and suspected market manipulation, an executive magistrate at Chattogram Port discovered lighterage vessels laden with wheat that have been languishing in the Karnaphuli River for over a month. During a mobile court operation conducted on Thursday, officials found that several vessels had failed to discharge their cargo, […]
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Veteran Stars Sidelined in Asian Cup Preliminary Squad Veteran Stars Sidelined in Asian Cup Preliminary Squad

Veteran Stars Sidelined in Asian Cup Preliminary Squad

The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has ignited a fierce debate within the sporting community following the announcement of a 29-member preliminary squad for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup. While the roster introduces four promising debutants, it conspicuously excludes the nation’s most decorated veterans, including talismanic captain Sabina Khatun and forward Krishna Rani Sarkar. The Shadow […]
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Symbolic Book Fair to Commemorate Language Month on February 1st Symbolic Book Fair to Commemorate Language Month on February 1st

Symbolic Book Fair to Commemorate Language Month on February 1st

The Ekushey Boimela Sangram Parishad (Ekushey Book Fair Struggle Council) has announced the organisation of a symbolic book fair to be held within the hallowed grounds of the Bangla Academy on the 1st of February. This initiative is designed to preserve the decades-long tradition of the “Amar Ekushey Boimela,” which has historically commenced on the […]
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BCB to Host Domestic Tournament During World Cup BCB to Host Domestic Tournament During World Cup

BCB to Host Domestic Tournament During World Cup

Following the conclusion of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), the nation’s top cricketers find themselves in an unexpected period of hiatus. Due to persistent security concerns, Bangladesh will not participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup in India. The decision followed the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) refusal to relocate the tournament venue, a move that […]
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Desperate Plea to Rescue 420 Fishermen Held by Arakan Army Desperate Plea to Rescue 420 Fishermen Held Captive

Desperate Plea to Rescue 420 Fishermen Held Captive

The families of hundreds of Bangladeshi fishermen, allegedly abducted by the Arakan Army (AA)—an insurgent group operating in Myanmar—have issued a harrowing appeal to the interim government for their safe return. During a seminar titled “Women of the Island: An Ecofeminist Perspective for St Martin’s Island” held at Dhaka University on Thursday, relatives revealed that […]
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New Ordinance Transforms Microfinance into Regulated Social Banking New Ordinance Transforms Microfinance into Regulated Social Banking

New Ordinance Transforms Microfinance into Regulated Social Banking

The interim government of Bangladesh has enacted the Microfinance Bank Ordinance, 2026, a landmark legislative shift that fundamentally redefines the country’s microcredit landscape. By introducing the concept of “Microfinance Banks,” the state aims to transition traditional non-governmental organisations (NGOs) from the periphery of the financial system into a formal, regulated framework under the direct oversight […]
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Strategy to Triple Bangladeshs Tax to GDP Ratio by 2035 Strategy to Triple Bangladesh’s Tax-to-GDP Ratio by 2035

Strategy to Triple Bangladesh’s Tax-to-GDP Ratio by 2035

The Policy Research Institute (PRI) has unveiled a transformative roadmap aimed at restructuring Bangladesh’s fiscal architecture. The ambitious proposal seeks to catapult the nation’s tax-to-GDP ratio from its current stagnant level of approximately 8% to a robust 15–20% by 2035. This strategic shift is designed to reduce the state’s reliance on trade tariffs while bolstering […]
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Pragati Insurance Secures Top Spot at IDRA Awards 1 Pragati Insurance Secures Top Spot at IDRA Awards

Pragati Insurance Secures Top Spot at IDRA Awards

Pragati Insurance Limited has achieved a prestigious milestone by clinching first place in the Non-Life Insurance category at the IDRA Insurance Excellence Awards 2025. This accolade, instituted by the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA), recognises the firm’s peerless contributions to the nation’s financial landscape and its unwavering commitment to industry best practices. A Benchmark […]
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