Fahmida Khatun

Quality education is urgently needed in Bangladesh as the country is progressing at a fast pace.

Right now, Sri Lanka is going through its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948.

The world is facing an unprecedented time as countries desperately try to recover from the fallouts caused by two years of Covid, followed by the newly raised geopolitical tensions due to the Russia-Ukraine war.

Since the war between Russia and Ukraine began on February 24, 2022, the global economy has entered a new terrain of uncertainty.

The struggle of the poor and low-income group that began with the outbreak of Covid-19 in early 2020 is now worsened by the unabated rise in the prices of essentials.

Gender equality is still an elusive term not just in Bangladesh, but all across the world, despite so much economic progress and so many measures taken by policymakers.

The recent announcement by the government to introduce a universal pension scheme (UPS) in Bangladesh from the 2022-23 fiscal year is a welcome and timely move.

In the run-up to the budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year (FY), the National Board of Revenue (NBR) has initiated discussions with various professional and business organisations—like the previous years.

The relationship between democracy and development is a much-discussed issue.

The economy of Bangladesh has fared very well despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. From 3.5 percent growth in FY2019-20, the economy recovered fast.

People around the world are grappling with inflationary pressure. Many have lost their jobs or are earning a lower income.

Air pollution is one of the deadliest environmental concerns for human beings. In 2019, it contributed to 6.7 million deaths worldwide. Worryingly, 20 percent of newborn deaths in the world have been due to air pollution. In the State of Global Air Report 2020, it is ranked fourth among global risk factors for mortality, after high blood pressure, tobacco consumption, and poor diet.

Universities are considered to be the highest place for education, learning, research, and innovation.

After a downturn due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Bangladesh’s economy has been trying to get back on track and has succeeded in some cases.

The emergence of the highly transmissible Omicron variant of the coronavirus reminds us how uncertain the world has become.

The Covid-19 situation is now shrouded in uncertainty. Just when we were about to relax over the receding pandemic cases, it is once again time to worry.

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence this year, we have highlighted our achievements as a country.

Throughout 2021, we have been celebrating 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence, with a lot of glory and pride.

This year, Bangladesh celebrates its 50th birthday. These 50 years have been marked with several achievements and promises in economic and social areas.

When 197 countries sit together to achieve something, it is almost certain that there will not be full agreement on the issues tabled for negotiation.