SUST students give 72-hr ultimatum for 3 demands
Students of the Shahjalal University of Science and Technology on Wednesday gave the administration a 72-hour ultimatum to meet their 3-point demand...
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BSA organises scientific confce at BAU聽
Bangladesh Society of Agronomy organised the two-day 23rd national 2nd international conference titled Smart Agronomy for Sustainable Crop Production commenced at Syed Nazrul Islam Conference Hall of Bangladesh Agricultural University in Mymensingh on Saturday...
DAP should prioritise sustainability, liveability
THE initiative to revise Dhaka鈥檚 detailed area plan, revised only a year ago amid criticism by urban planners and green activists, has once again given birth to concern. Urban planners at a discussion that the Institute for Planning and Development organised on December 4 expressed concern at the recent revised proposals for the detailed area plan that...
Safe water and sanitation for all
THE world is facing a serious water crisis, with 26 per cent of the global population still lacking access to safe drinking water, and a staggering 46 per cent are deprived of basic sanitation facilities. These alarming statistics, revealed in the UN World Water Development Report 2023, serve as a grim reminder of how far we are from achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6, which aims to ensure safe water...
Transforming safety and sustainability
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries globally and its transformative potential in environment, health and safety is monumental. By streamlining processes, predicting risks and enhancing decision-making, artificial intelligence promises to revolutionise how organisations approach workplace safety and sustainability. As industries integrate artificial intelligence into environment, health and safety...
Interim govt to incorporate 鈥榯hree zero鈥� theory with SDG
Bangladesh鈥檚 interim government is considering incorporating the 鈥榯hree zero鈥� theory of chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to achieve Sustainable Development Goals.
Govt to formulate national maritime port strategy
Shipping adviser Brigadier General (retired) M Sakhawat Hussain on Wednesday said that the government would formulate 鈥楴ational Maritime Port Strategy or NMPS鈥� for an effective and sustainable port management to attract more domestic and foreign investments...
Reforms can make Bangladesh a regional economic leader: BIPSS
Bangladesh Institute of Peace and Security Studies president major general (retired) ANM Muniruzzaman expressed optimism that Bangladesh could achieve sustainable development and establish itself as a key player in the regional economy with the right reforms...
Strategic reform for sustainable development
REBUILDING a nation like Bangladesh, which grapples with multiple challenges, necessitates a long-term, holistic strategy. This involves coordinated efforts from the government, civil society...
Manufacture sustainable electronic goods: Rizwana聽
Environment, forest, and climate change adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Monday urged manufacturers to adopt responsible practices to produce sustainable electronic goods...
Guidelines for SDGs in Bangladesh
THE United Nations in 2015 granted approval to the Sustainable Development Goals, marking a significant global commitment to fostering a better and more sustainable future for all individuals. As 2030 approaches, marking the deadline for the goals, it becomes essential to evaluate the progress and strategies employed by individual nations...
Strengthening institutions for justice
THE 16th goal of the Sustainable Development Goals is to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels. Although this goal of the SDGs comes rather late on the list, it encompasses many issues and covers a country鈥檚 main institutions. In fact, ensuring justice for people has become a real challenge for the current world. Moreover, building accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels is not an easy affair...
Sustainable management of transboundary rivers
BANGLADESH is facing severe floods and river erosion due to irregular upstream water releases from barrages and dams on transboundary rivers. At the same time, excessive water withdrawal during the dry season is disrupting river ecosystems, leading to devastating impacts on agriculture and local livelihoods...
Education reforms and political shifts
WHEN examining Bangladesh鈥檚 education system, it is essential to recognise the need for lasting reforms to ensure sustainable development and align with global standards. Over the years, both before and after independence, numerous education commissions and policies have been introduced to enhance and reform the system. These commissions...
RAB detains SUST Chhatra League president Khalilur Rahman
Members of Rapid Action Battalion arrested president of Shahjalal University of Science and Technology unit of Bangladesh Chhatra League Khalilur Rahman in Mymensingh鈥檚 Bhaluka on Saturday afternoon...
Advocacy achievements in advancing sustainable development celebrated
Civil society activists, leaders from marginalised communities, former policymakers, and government officials convened for the closing ceremony of the Promoting Advocacy and Rights activity at the Amari Hotel in Dhaka on Wednesday...
I felt very close to death: bullet-hit Sujon
Khaled Mahmud Sujon, a 12th grade student, said that he had been seeing death closely when he had sustained bullets in his body...
PRAN-RFL, LafargeHolcim sign memo
PRAN-RFL group has signed a memorandum of understanding with LafargeHolcim Bangladesh Limited to foster a sustainable future through efficient and sustainable waste management of non-reusable materials, says a press release.
Youth and sustainable development
IN AN era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, the role of youth has become pivotal in shaping a future that aligns with the United Nations sustainable development goals. This article delves into the integral role of youth in sustainable development, with a particular focus on the 2024 student movement in Bangladesh...
Celebrating agents of change
INTERNATIONAL Youth Day, observed on August 12, underscores the vital role young people play in crafting a sustainable future. This year鈥檚 theme, 鈥楩rom Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,鈥� highlights the transformative potential of digital technologies...
Carbon credits and poor countries
PROPONENTS of the voluntary carbon market say it鈥檚 a mechanism not only to advance sustainability goals, but also to funnel much-needed cash to some of the world鈥檚 poorest countries...
4 new factories get LEED Platinum certification
Four new factories in Bangladesh have recently been certified as LEED Platinum, marking a significant achievement in the country鈥檚 sustainable industrial growth over the years...
ASDF plants trees at Bangabhaban school
Alliance for聽 Sustainable Development Foundation, a not for profit organisation, arranged Tree Plantation and Climate Awareness Campaign-2024 at Bangahaban Government High School in Dhaka at recently aiming for making Dhaka a better place to live in...
Blue economy crucial for Bangladesh鈥檚 growth: Speaker
Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury emphasised the critical role of the blue economy in Bangladesh鈥檚 economic growth and sustainable development during her speech at the 鈥業nternational Conference on Ocean Prosperity: Catalysing Blue Economy in Bangladesh鈥� held at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre in the capital Dhaka on Wednesday...
France advocates for better opportunities for Rohingyas
Ambassador of France to Bangladesh Marie Masdupuy on Tuesday said they will continue to advocate for better opportunities for the Rohingyas, hoping for their safe, voluntary, dignified, and sustainable repatriation...
Sustainable urban development stressed amidst rapid urbanisation, climate change
Experts, including academics, in a conference on Wednesday called for sustainable urban development to create resilient cities capable of withstanding the adverse effects of climate change amidst rapid urbanisation...
A commitment to land restoration
SAUDI Arabia hosts World Environment Day this year, focusing on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience. This is relevant within the framework of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021鈥�2030), a global initiative designed to protect and revive ecosystems to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals...
Bangladesh working for sustainable dev of ship recycling industry: Humayun
Industries minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun on Thursday said Bangladesh was working for sustainable development of the ship-recycling industry as per the Hong Kong ship recycling convention...
Govt urged to ensure health coverage of all
Development activists on Sunday urged the government to sketch a roadmap to achieve the World Health Organisation鈥檚 universal health coverage by 2032 for attaining the United Nations鈥� sponsored Sustainable Development Goals...
Bangladesh highly vulnerable to climate impacts: seminar
Speakers at a seminar on Thursday highlighted Bangladesh鈥檚 role as an active voice in global climate diplomacy, combating climate change and implementing the Sustainable Development Goals...