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Sarah Bintay Shakhawat

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Small businesses’ battle for green growth

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are often described as the backbone of Bangladesh’s economy, employing millions and driving growth in every corner of the country.
30 August 2025, 18:00 PM
30 August 2025, 18:00 PM
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Deconstructing the mental load of laundry

“Ma, how does the washing machine know if the clothes are dirty?”
30 July 2025, 18:00 PM
30 July 2025, 18:00 PM
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The digital era of deposits

Long gone are the days when making a deposit meant queuing up at a branch, filling forms, and waiting for manual verification. Today, deposits have moved to the digital realm accessible with a few taps on mobile apps, available 24/7, and tailored to customer needs.
29 July 2025, 18:00 PM
29 July 2025, 18:00 PM
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Banking on herself: How women are saving for a brighter future

In a quiet neighbourhood outside Dhaka, Nasima slips a crisp 1,000 taka note into a small envelope she keeps tucked in a book. It’s her savings from last month’s embroidery orders.
29 April 2025, 18:00 PM
29 April 2025, 18:00 PM
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Unlock cashless travel with a few taps

A few years ago, planning a trip meant carrying a wad of cash, standing in long queues for tickets, and hoping your hotel reservation was still valid.
19 March 2025, 18:00 PM
19 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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A study-friendly nook to boost productivity

Did you know that the average person spends about 6.5 hours a day sitting at a desk, yet only 3 of those hours are actually productive? According to researchers, one of the biggest culprits behind this productivity gap is the environment itself.
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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Blend cables seamlessly into the interior

Our modern lives are intricately connected with technology, weaving convenience, work, and entertainment into the fabric of our daily existence.
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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Dr. Chashi: Revolutionising agriculture through AI

Dr. Chashi is Bangladesh’s first comprehensive digital agriculture platform, empowering farmers, gardeners, and agro-dealers with AI-driven tools to optimise crop health, boost yields, and promote environmental sustainability.
1 March 2025, 18:00 PM
1 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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Cashless convenience with online retailers

From the comfort of home, shopping has become more simplified with just a few clicks of a button.
8 April 2023, 18:00 PM
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Clear vision for all: A dream of VisionSpring

Dr. Jordan Kassalow, Founder of VisionSpring, shared his inspiration and aspiration to ensure access to better eyesight in a conversation with The Daily Star's Sarah Bintay Shakhawat.
16 February 2023, 08:21 AM
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Invest in the future by focusing on education

Despite being small in terms of geography, Bangladesh currently ranks 8th in terms of population. Additionally, it is currently experiencing a demographic dividend, with 65.6% of its population being of working age.
23 January 2023, 18:00 PM
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“The project as a whole is quite sound technically”

The Daily Star (TDS): The MRT service is expected to save city dwellers from the menace of traffic congestion, improving the overall traffic situation of the city. How do you perceive the project’s impact?
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
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