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Bangladesh's migration future: Who bears the cost of hope?

Bangladesh's migration future: Who bears the cost of hope?

An opinion piece examines the high financial and emotional costs of migration for Bangladeshi families, citing IOM data showing 8.7 million migrants abroad and $33.9 billion in remittances in 2025, while irregular …

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Govt to invest $130m over 5 years

Govt to invest $130m over 5 years

State Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dr MA Muhit announced a $130 million five-year investment to expand eye care …

35 Power Plants Shut Across Bangladesh

35 Power Plants Shut Across Bangladesh

Thirty-five power plants remain offline across Bangladesh due to worsening fuel shortages, primarily inadequate gas supplies, pushing national load shedding …

World Egg Day 2026 highlights nutrition

World Egg Day 2026 highlights nutrition

World Egg Day 2026 focuses on the nutritional benefits, affordability, and food security role of eggs in Bangladesh, with events …

Mongla frozen food exports halve

Mongla frozen food exports halve

Frozen food shipments through Mongla Port have nearly halved over three years as exporters turn to Chittagong for strict vessel …