When natural gas runs short, factories need another lifeline
6 September 2026
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Omera LPG
LPG can give industry the energy flexibility it needs
6 September 2026
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Omera LPG
Leather industry targets $1.77bn exports
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
How the shoe factory found its feet
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
Bangladesh’s Footwear Market Steps Up
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
Six generations of consumer trust meets comfort
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
Taking Bangladeshi footwear up the value chain
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
The making of Bangladesh’s leather industry
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
Weathering the Seasons
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
Beyond the Basic Pair
2 September 2026
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Footwear Craft
Bangladesh in 2030: Leapfrogging into the startup future
Imagine this: Bangladesh in 2030 is not just a country, but a shining example of what people can achieve together.
17 February 2025
Sustainable finance strategies for our economic future
Bangladesh has grown consistently over a decade to reach close to half a trillion dollars in GDP and is expected to graduate to middle-income status by the end of the decade.
17 February 2025
Is it a ‘to be or not to be’ question? LDC graduation
The title of this write-up may appear somewhat misleading, but there are valid reasons to pose such a question, as there is context to it. Bangladesh is set to graduate from the group of least developed countries (LDCs) on November 24, 2026.
17 February 2025
Why are we missing out on global FDI opportunities?
Empirical evidence globally suggests that foreign direct investment (FDI), when used strategically and combined with supportive policies, can facilitate economic growth. Recent examples of countries that have prospered from a strong FDI role include Korea, China, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
17 February 2025
Economic inequality and why it must be addressed
Today, Bangladesh aspires to build a society without inequalities—particularly economic inequalities.
17 February 2025
Why women must be empowered
Bangladesh, with its population of 170 million, holds immense potential for women to drive innovation, productivity, and economic growth.
17 February 2025
The root of the financial corruption
One of Benjamin Franklin’s quotes states, “Creditors have better memories than debtors.” But the inverse is true in Bangladesh, where the creditors often intentionally suffer from amnesia.
17 February 2025
Can we overcome our economic woes?
If you’ve been to a grocery store in Bangladesh lately, you’ve probably felt the sting of rising prices.
17 February 2025
Scaling microfinance is a prime need
Microfinance—which started as microcredit after independence—now covers a range of financial products and services, such as savings, credit, insurance, payments, and money transfers.
17 February 2025
Air Arabia launches early bird promotion on 500,000 seats from BDT 11,866
Air Arabia, the leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, unveiled an extraordinary early bird promotion called ‘super seat sale’ with discounted offers on 500,000 seats across the company’s entire network.
17 February 2025
Protest at central bank against attack on Nagad administrator
They demand swift arrest of the attackers
13 February 2025
BB files fraud case against Nagad
The central bank's payment system department filed the case with Motijheel Police Station
4 February 2025
Architect Nishat Afrose’s passion for landscaping
Nishat’s revolutionary goals for landscaping
3 February 2025
Kyoko Arani: From global learner to champion of educators
Kyoko’s journey towards educating Bangladesh
1 February 2025
University teachers are struggling with their mental health – Here's why
While their noble profession is possibly one of the most reputable one there is, the educational system in many ways, fails to accommodate their needs, which ultimately takes a toll on their mental health.
23 January 2025
Mirpur: A balance between needs and affordability
The ever-changing landscape of Dhaka clearly represents the evolving tastes and needs of its inhabitants. Mere decades ago, people from all over Bangladesh began migrating to the capital city in hopes of improving their livelihoods.
24 December 2024
Housing boom along the Padma bridge
Rapid industrialization, centered around the bridge and transport corridor, has further fueled local housing demand.
24 December 2024
No More Wrongs for Balcony Gardens
A balcony garden can transform your home into a tranquil oasis, but maintaining it requires proper planning and attention to detail. Here are practical tips to help you create and sustain a thriving balcony garden.
24 December 2024
How to Make a Lasting Impression with Your Entryway
There’s a popular saying, “Morning shows the day.” Similarly, the entrance of an apartment is like the morning—it offers a first glimpse of what lies beyond.
24 December 2024
Second-hand flats in Bangladesh
In the bustling cities of Bangladesh, where every square inch of land comes at a premium, the concept of buying second-hand flats has carved out a significant niche.
24 December 2024