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The year that was: Growth obsession deepened rich-poor divide

TDS Desk Income inequality in Bangladesh has seen a steep rise over the past 12 years till 2022, according to official data, as economists blame a singular focus on growth

Seven-member committee to probe Secretariat fire

TDS Desk The government has formed a seven-member investigation committee following a fire in Building 7 of the Bangladesh Secretariat. An official order related to this was issued by the

Banks decide not to pay over Tk 123 for US dollar

Staff Correspondent The Bangladeshi banks have decided not to pay more than Tk 123 to buy US dollar from remittance. The central bank has also directed the banks to this

President for strengthening bond of communal harmony

BSS President Mohammed Shahabuddin today urged all to strengthen the bond of communal harmony in establishing a non-discriminatory, corruption-free and justice-based state. He made the remarks while exchanging greetings with

Migratory birds fill Bangladesh’s sky as winter approaches

TDS Desk As winter begins, Bangladesh welcomes the arrival of migratory birds that travel thousands of kilometers to find refuge in the country’s wetlands, coastal areas, and plains. These avian

10 Banks in Crisis, culprits remain out of reach

TDS Desk The banking sector in Bangladesh is grappling with severe turmoil, plagued by a series of irregularities, including loan scams, defaults, and currency laundering. Among the institutions most affected,