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Case for overcoming aid-dependence
A western diplomat who was based in Dhaka until recently is reported to have said that Bangladesh can now afford to free itself from aid-dependence. Many people believe that there are strong elements of truth in the statement.
Tue, 3 Jul 2007, 13:39:00
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Newsprint duty waiver, a decision helpful for press freedom
The government decision to exempt import duty on newsprint has fulfilled a long-felt demand of the newspaper industry. In the budget estimate the proposal was to reduce duty on the item to 15 per cent from 25 per cent.
Sat, 30 Jun 2007, 22:49:00
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Pro-reform political leaders deserve praise for boldness
The proposals for reform of political parties by their leaders themselves and limited debate on those being observed for some time are encouraging signs for a shift to a political culture of intra-party democracy, transparency and accountability.
Tue, 26 Jun 2007, 13:56:00
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Fear-free business facilities must be allowed for reduction of price
Statements made by some advisers of the caretaker government indicate that business activities are not as normal as they should have been because the key players in business and trade are still preferring to stay away for fear of falling into trouble.
Wed, 20 Jun 2007, 13:18:00
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District administration has no problem to act impartially
Deputy Commissioners, as administrative heads of the districts, reflect the image of the government. They believe that without continued exercise of judicial and quasi-judicial powers, at least for some more time, it would be difficult to ensure smooth running of administration and implementation of development programmes in their respective areas.
Sat, 9 Jun 2007, 13:50:00
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Party chiefs are being tried by their own followers
The recovery of Taka 20 crore bribe money, taken to protect Shafayat Sobhan of the Basundhara Group from murder charges, taken by former State Minister for Home Affairs Lutfuzzaman Babar in pursuance of his statements given to the joint forces after his arrest is just an example of how cruel they were as they ran for fortune making when they were in power.
Sat, 2 Jun 2007, 13:22:00
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People's accolade for armed forces
The latest revelations of corruption by people who used to be at the corridors of power have brought to the fore the ugly side of the lifestyle of political leaders on whom the people so confidently used to repose their trust to secure the greater interests of the nation. The extent to which our political leaders appear to have indulged in corruption has simply stunned them.
Fri, 1 Jun 2007, 13:21:00
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Laudable gesture of edible oil importers merits replication by others
Edible oil importers on Wednesday set an example by pledging to run their business without profit for the next three months with a view to helping overcome the crisis situation in respect of the price hike of essential commodities.
Thu, 31 May 2007, 23:26:00
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Time to expose corrupt judges and tout lawyers
The drive against all forms of corruption has created an aura of optimism in the society about the future turn of events in the political life of the country.
Sun, 27 May 2007, 14:23:00
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Gen. Moeen's assurance is reassuring for democracy
Army Chief of Staff General Moeen U Ahmed has made a categorical declaration of his having no political ambition, and no intention of the army to declare martial law.
Fri, 25 May 2007, 13:35:00
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