Development

Bangladesh Budget preparation 2013-14

May 16, 2013
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The last budget session of the current parliament will begin on June 3 next with the BNP-led opposition likely to join it as most of its MPs are on the verge of losing memberships because of their prolonged boycott, report agencies. The 18th session of the ninth Parliament will be presided over by the first…

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Bangladesh seeks Russian technological support in energy sector

May 1, 2013
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Bangladesh seeks Russian technological support in energy sector

Bangladesh has sought more technological support from Russia for the development of especially in the area of exploration, extraction and distribution of oil and gas. Foreign Minister Dr Dipu made the appeal while addressing as chief guest the opening session of an international conference on “Oil and Gas Exploration Technologies” at Dhaka University Senate Hall…

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Intergenerational Dialogue on State of the Economy- State of the Economy-Youth Perspective

April 13, 2013
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Intergenerational Dialogue on State of the Economy- State of the Economy-Youth Perspective

Economics Study Center, the official student chapter of the Department of Economics, University of Dhaka recently hosted an intergenerational dialogue on ‘State of the Economy-Youth Perspective’ in collaboration with OGGRO, a leading youth NGO. The program took place at the R C Majumdar Arts Auditorium at the University of Dhaka. The dialogue was part of…

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The Athena Doctrine: Feminine Qualities Will Rule The Future

April 13, 2013
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The Athena Doctrine: Feminine Qualities Will Rule The Future

The authors of ‘The Athena Doctrine’ explain how qualities such as empathy and collaboration will define the future of work Bullied and harassed to the point where she was afraid to leave the house, Eriko Yamaguchi knew suffering firsthand. Growing up in a suffering firsthandof hyper-competitive high-achievers, she almost gave up on herself. Then she…

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CREATING EMPLOYMENT FOR BANGLADESHIS- THE SUBLIME POLITICAL DEMAND OF THE SILENT MASS OF BANGLADESH.

April 11, 2013
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Prof. Parvez speaks with GURUMIA.COM about establishing Deep sea port for mammoth economic activities and regional economic hub in the port region of Bangladesh. “Governments in the past failed to create adequate numbers of jobs in the country. Due to bureaucratic bottle necks and percentage seeking of the government, Korean EPZ could not start yet-…

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Nepal exports set to flow more freely to Bangladesh

April 9, 2013
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Nepal exports set to flow more freely to Bangladesh

Removal of import duties on Nepali exports will open avenues for farmers and businessmen in both countries Diplomats and merchants in Nepal are cheering Bangladesh’s decision to remove import duties on 108 agricultural products including vegetables, fruits and lentils from the Himalayan country. A Nepalese farmer walks through a paddy field to his home in…

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Korean project for rural Bangladesh

April 9, 2013
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Korean project for rural Bangladesh

South Korea will launch a project in rural Bangladesh this year using its 1970s model for modernising rural economy. Its development arm, says it will provide $ 3 million grant to implement the Food for New Village (FFNV) project that aims ‘to reduce rural poverty and food insecurity.’ World Food Programme (WFP) will join the…

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MDG milestone observed in Bangladesh

April 7, 2013
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MDG milestone observed in Bangladesh

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and its partners in Bangladesh are observing the milestone of thousand days to the end of 2015 – the target date for achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). From Friday to next Friday, UN offices around the world will work with governments, civil society and international partners to mark…

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Democracy only option for Bangladesh: Mozena

April 6, 2013
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Bangladesh cannot but be a democracy and America wants for its own sake ‘a peaceful and prosperous’ Bangladesh, says US Ambassdor Dan Mozena “….that’s (democracy) the Bangladeshi thing, that’s the Bengali thing. And when this country has had non-democratic governance, that has not been a happy day,” he said replying to a question on Bangladesh’s…

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It’s ‘Digital Bangladesh’, says an elated Inu

April 2, 2013
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It’s ‘Digital Bangladesh’, says an elated Inu

Information Minister Hasanul Haque Inu clicked on a link on Sunday to launch Bangladesh’s first news website for children to be delivered by 10-17 year-old journalists. He was very pleased to find an image of the inauguration ceremony already on the website. An elated minister said, “This is digital Bangladesh!” Hasanul Haque Inu was present…

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An acknowledgement of good governance

March 25, 2013
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An acknowledgement of good governance

Acknowledging that there is a lack of good governance in the country, Finance Minister AMA Muhith Sunday said that the government had not been able to curb corruption fully although efforts are there, reports UNB. “There’s a lack of good governance in the country. We’re also trying to root out corruption from the country, but…

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PM calls for self-reliant Bangladesh

March 19, 2013
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PM calls for self-reliant Bangladesh

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has expressed her government’s determination to make Bangladesh self-reliant. “Bangladesh will not go out for alms in the form of foreign aid any more… We want to become self-reliant and hold our head high in the international arena,” she said addressing a rally in Patuakhali on Tuesday. Hasina assured the people…

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“Develop network with peers in Bangladesh”-Ambassador Akramul Qader urges expatriate doctors.

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and State Minister Mr. Akramul Qader attended the annual conference of Bangladesh Medical Association of North America, Louisiana chapter in Orleans, Louisiana and addressed a…

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Bangladesh opposes proposed dams in Meghalaya: Minister

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Meghalaya has made it clear that the dams which are to be built across the Myntdu and Umiew rivers would not have any negative impact…

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