India’s economic success story is often framed in terms of its rapid growth, booming tech industry, and a rising urban middle class. But beneath the surface, a stark and growing inequality threatens to derail the country’s long-term economic trajectory. A recent report from Blume Ventures highlights a troubling reality: while India is home to 1.4 […]
Economists and policymakers have called for Bangladesh to reassess its trade and economic strategies as global powers increasingly use tariffs and sanctions as political tools. Experts stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral trade relationships, diversifying exports, and improving foreign investment policies to sustain economic growth.
The legacy of Bengal in producing fighter pilots of legendary stature is profoundly embodied in the lives and careers of Karun Krishna Majumdar and Saiful Azam. Both individuals, hailing from the culturally and historically rich region of Bengal, have etched their names in the annals of military aviation with unparalleled feats of bravery, skill, and […]
A surge in solar power adoption is transforming Pakistan’s energy sector as businesses and households turn to cheaper, off-grid alternatives to escape soaring electricity costs. The country, which once played a minor role in global solar markets, has now become the world’s sixth-largest solar market after importing 25 gigawatts of solar panels from China over […]
Since 2000, India has been undertaking one of the most ambitious rural infrastructure projects in the world, connecting thousands of villages with all-weather roads. The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) was launched to reduce rural isolation, making it easier for millions of people to access schools, hospitals, and markets. Over the past two decades, […]
Good governance is fundamental to the effective and efficient operation of any society or organization, particularly in the public sector. It lays the foundation for the responsible conduct of public affairs and the management of public resources, ensuring that the administration acts in the best interest of its citizens. The importance of good governance can […]
Saifuzzaman Chowdhury, a member of the Bangladesh Parliament, who served as Land Minister up until January of this year, has built up a massive real estate empire in New York City and London, according to news reports. Chowdhury, also known as Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed, has 350 properties in London and at least five in New […]
Apple is strategically expanding its manufacturing footprint in India to reduce dependence on China, driven by geopolitical tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities. This initiative began in 2017 when Karnataka’s IT minister, Priyank Kharge, engaged Apple to establish iPhone production in the state. Today, Apple’s suppliers, including Foxconn and Tata Electronics, are producing iPhones in Karnataka […]
Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, is pushing for Starlink satellite internet services through talks with SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The video conference, initiated by the Yunus administration, occurred the same day Musk met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington. The discussions focused on Starlink’s potential to boost […]
The recent surge in violence against journalists in Bangladesh is alarming and demands immediate action from Muhammad Yunus and his interim government. Since the beginning of February, journalists have faced brutal assaults — from beatings with batons and hammers to newsroom invasions — simply for doing their jobs. Both police officers and political activists are […]
