Bangladesh has lost 900 children to measles – a warning to other countries where vaccine rates have slipped
After a pandemic-era collapse in vaccination, Bangladesh is racing to protect children from measles, but lasting protection depends on reaching 95% coverage.
DRI Nets 8.3 kg of Gold on Indo-Bangladesh Border
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted four suspects on motorcycles in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district on 5 October 2026, seizing 72 gold biscuits of foreign origin worth approximately Rs. 12.37 crore. The operation was the result of prolonged covert surveillance along the Indo-Bangladesh border and forms part of a broader DRI push to dismantle organised cross-border smuggling networks.
Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?
For the poorest households in Asia, even small loans can lead to expensive debt traps.
Bangladesh's Garment Sector Adapts to Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics
Bangladesh's garment industry stands at a critical inflection point as regional trade patterns evolve and supply chain strategies shift across Asia. The sector, which employs millions and anchors the nation's export economy, faces both structural pre
Cox’s Bazar Beach Guide - Top Attractions and Activities in Bangladesh
Most visitors to Bangladesh head straight to Cox's Bazar for its 120-kilometre unbroken sandy beach, a dramatic shoreline that runs from Himchari to Inani and beyond. The wide, gently sloping beach invites long walks, spectacular sunsets, and people-
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Bangladesh has lost 900 children to measles – a warning to other countries where vaccine rates have slipped
After a pandemic-era collapse in vaccination, Bangladesh is racing to protect children from measles, but lasting protection depends on reaching 95% co…
Bangladesh Builds Stronger Democratic Foundations
Bangladesh is entering a consequential period of institutional renewal, with a growing consensus among policymakers, civil society leaders, and citize…
Bangladesh's Garment Sector Adapts to Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics
Bangladesh's garment industry stands at a critical inflection point as regional trade patterns evolve and supply chain strategies shift across Asia. The sector, which employs millions and anchors the nation's export econ…

Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?
For the poorest households in Asia, even small loans can lead to expensive debt traps.…
Bangladesh Reshapes Governance for a New Era
Bangladesh is entering a period of deliberate institutional renewal, as policymakers, civil society actors, and local governance bodies work in concer…
DRI Nets 8.3 kg of Gold on Indo-Bangladesh Border
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted four suspects on motorcycles in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district on 5 October 2026, seizing 72 gold biscuits of foreign origin worth approximately Rs. 12.37 crore…
Bangladesh Handicrafts - Famous Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance
Over centuries, Bangladesh handicrafts have woven a vivid tapestry that reflects rural life, religious practice, and regional identity. Traditional te…
Bengali New Year Celebrations - Festivals and Traditions in Bangladesh
Many Bengalis across Bangladesh welcome the New Year, known as Pohela Boishakh, on April 14 with vibrant public celebrations, family rituals, and a na…
Traditional Bengali Cuisine - Popular Dishes and Recipes in Bangladesh
Many households in Bangladesh center daily meals around rice and fish, forming the heart of traditional Bengali cuisine and reflecting riverine abundance and seasonal produce. Staple ingredients include white rice, fresh…

Sundarbans Wildlife Tours - Best Routes and Safety Tips in Bangladesh
Sundarbans covers the largest mangrove forest on the planet and hosts Royal Bengal tigers, estuarine crocodiles, spotted deer, and hundreds of bird sp…
Cox’s Bazar Beach Guide - Top Attractions and Activities in Bangladesh
Most visitors to Bangladesh head straight to Cox's Bazar for its 120-kilometre unbroken sandy beach, a dramatic shoreline that runs from Himchari to I…



