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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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PM: Govt working to ensure

PM: Govt working to ensure

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has reaffirmed his government's commitment to providing a competitive business environment during a meeting with a …

UNDP distributes livelihood support to

UNDP distributes livelihood support to

Computers, sewing machines, and food carts were distributed to 30 beneficiaries in Khulna under a UNDP-supported project to improve the …

Fisheries Minister Urges Budget Increase

Fisheries Minister Urges Budget Increase

Fisheries, Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammed Amin Ur Rashid has called for increased budget allocations for the fisheries sector and …

IPDC Finance Wins ADFIAP Award

IPDC Finance Wins ADFIAP Award

Bangladeshi financial institution IPDC Finance PLC has been honored with the Technology Development Award at the ADFIAP Development Awards 2026 …

A roof is not enough

A roof is not enough

An op-ed marking World Habitat Day argues that adequate housing in Bangladesh requires more than just a roof, highlighting rising …