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Remembering Humayun Ahmed on his 74th birth anniversary
The 74th birth anniversary of legendary writer, lyricist, academician, playwright and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed is being observed on Sunday.
Often regarded as one of the best writers in Bengali literature Humayun Ahmed is credited with revitalizing Bengali literature and is best known for his iconic fictional characterisations such as ‘Himu’, ‘Misir Ali’, ‘Baker Bhai’ and others, as well as for his ‘magic-realism’ based storytelling.
Making the breakthrough in the Bengali litmosphere with his debut novel Nondito Noroke (1972), Humayun wrote over 200 fiction and non-fiction books, all of which were bestsellers in Bangladesh and are still popular among his readers.
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Unanimously regarded as the bestseller author at the Ekushey Book Fairs during the 1990s and 2000s, the majestic litterateur received Ekushey Padak, Bangla Academy Award, Lekhak Shibir Award, Shishu Academy Award, Michael Madhusudan Padak, Bachsas Award and more, for his outstanding contributions to the Bengali culture and entertainment sphere.
As a successful content-maker in television, Ahmed debuted with his drama 'Prothom Prohor' (1983) for Bangladesh Television (BTV). His successful journey in television continued with popular drama serials 'Ei Shob Din Ratri', 'Bohubrihi', 'Ayomoy', 'Nokkhotrer Raat', 'Aaj Robibar' and most notably, 'Kothao Keu Nei' for the character of ‘Baker Bhai’ played by eminent actor Asaduzzaman Noor.
Humayun Ahmed also explored success as a filmmaker in the early 1990s and went on to make a total of eight films in his filmmaking career, each based on his own novels. Two of his films, 'Sjyamol Chhaya' (2004) and 'Ghetuputra Komola' (2012) were the official Bangladeshi submissions for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in their respective releasing years.
He received seven Bangladesh National Film Awards in different categories for the films Shonkhonil Karagar' (as scriptwriter), 'Aguner Poroshmoni', 'Daruchini Dwip' and 'Ghetuputra Komola'.
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Commemorating his life and legacy, family members and different organisations along with his admirers are set to observe Humayun Ahmed’s birth anniversary today.
Humayun Ahmed’s widow and cultural personality Meher Afroz Shaon, alongside their sons Nishad Humayun and Ninith Humayun, began the day with admirers of the legendary litterateur at their house ‘Dakhin Hawa’ in the capital through a cake-cutting ceremony at 12 am.
Himu Paribahan, a noted fan group of the eminent writer, has been observing his birth anniversary for many years. It organised a special procession where the members walked barefoot on the Dhaka University campus and placed floral wreaths on Humayun’s grave in Nuhash Polli, Gazipur, in the morning.
Among other events, Channel-i will organise a daylong Humayun Mela at its Tejgaon office and theatre troupe Bahubachan will premiere its play ‘Ami Ebong Amra’, based on the famous book of Humayun’s ‘Misir Ali’ series, at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) at 6:30 pm.
Meanwhile, the EXIM Bank-Anyadin Humayun Ahmed Literary Award 2022 was presented among the recipients, marking the eve of the 74th birth anniversary of Humayun Ahmed at Bangla Academy’s Abdul Karim Shattya Bisharad Auditorium on Saturday.
Ekushey Padak-winning renowned writer Anwara Syed Haq received the award this year for her literary contribution to the country’s literature arena, while Mouri Morium won the award in the Young Litterateur Category which is awarded to under 40-year-old writers, for her novel ‘Fanus'.
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Agriculture Minister Mohammad Abdur Razzaque was present as chief guest at the ceremony, while State Minister for Cultural Affairs KM Khalid also joined the event as the special guest.
Anyadin Editor Mazharul Islam, EXIM Bank Additional Managing Director Shah Md Abdul Bari and Meher Afroz Shaon spoke at the event, which was presided over by the EXIM Bank-Anyadin Humayun Ahmed Literary Award jury board President and eminent academician Syed Manzoorul Islam.
Since 2015, the ceremony is being held annually on November 12, the day before the eminent litterateur's birth anniversary. So far, 14 young and senior writers have received the award till date.
In the era of RMG, showcasing the Majestic Silks of Bangladesh
Highlighting the glorious and rich history of Bangladesh's fantabulous silk industry, eminent fashion designer Maheen Khan, in partnership with HSBC, organised an exclusive fashion show titled ‘Majestic Silks of Bangladesh’ at Gulshan Lake Park in the capital on Saturday.
In cooperation with Gulshan Society, the event showcased trendy fashionwear based on Bangladeshi silk, presented by 50 top models in the country.
The event was joined by cultural personalities and diplomats from various countries including Turkish Ambassador to Bangladesh Mustafa Osman Turan, Indonesian Ambassador to Bangladesh Heru Subolo, and more.
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Panchagarh Travel Guide: How to See Kanchenjunga from Bangladesh
Do you dream to experience the spellbinding beauty of Kanchenjunga with your own eyes? You can view Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain peak in the world without a passport, visa, or stepping outside the country. Let’s find out how to view Kanchenjunga from Panchagarh in Bangladesh. We shall also discuss what to see and do in Panchagarh besides seeing the mountains.
Geographic Location of Panchagarhand Kanchenjunga
Panchagarh is a district of the Rangpur division in Northern Bangladesh which lies between 26º00' and 26º38' north latitudes and between 88º19' and 88º49' east longitudes. It became a district on 1 February 1984.
It is the lower basin of the Himalayas, geographically and so this land is the most highland in Bangladesh. It is surrounded by three sides of the Indian border 288 km long. It has Darjeeling district on the north, Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar districts on the northeast, Uttar Dinajpur on the west, Dinajpur and Thakurgaon districts on the south, and Nilphamari district on the east.
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The total area of the district is 1,404.62 km2 consisting of five Upazilas, 43 unions, 420 mazes, 825 villages, two paurashavas, 18 wards, and 64 mahallas. It has 16 rivers and some main rivers are Karatoa, Atrai, Teesta, Nagor, Mahananda, etc. Sir Cyril John Radcliffe designed the border of this district in 1947.
Kangchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world is bounded in the west by the Tamur River, in the north by the Lhonak River and Jongsang La, and in the east by the Teesta River. It is situated in the border region between Nepal and the Sikkim state of India with three of the five peaks, namely Main, Central, and South, directly on the border, and the peaks West and Kangbachen which is in Nepal's Taplejung District.
In 2016, the adjoining Khangchendzonga National Park has declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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How to Reach Panchagarh from Dhaka
You can go to Panchagarh from Dhaka by both bus and train. Panchagarh is about 639 km away from Dhaka.
By train, it will take around 10 hours and 50 minutes to reach. You will find 3 trains available namely Ekota Express (705), Drutojan Express (757), and Panchagarh Express (793) to go to Panchagarhfrom Dhaka. Ekota Express (705) departs at 10:10 am and arrives at 21:00 pm. Drutojan Express (757) departs at 20:00 and reaches at 06:10. Panchagarh Express (793) departs at 22:45 and reaches at 08:50. Three of them have no off day.
However, Dhaka to Panchagarh train ticket price is comparatively lower than some others. Shevon seat classes 550 Taka, Shevon Chair 730 Taka, First class 1145 taka, Ac Berth 1942 Taka.
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Dhaka to Panchagor bus services include Nabil Paribahan, Ena Transport (Pvt) Ltd, Hanif Enterprise, etc. The average duration of time is 10-11 hours to reach. However, time depends on the road condition and traffic jams. The bus ticket price for this route ranges from BDT 800 to BDT 2000, depending on the bus operator's services.
How to See Kanchenjunga from Panchagar
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas Kanchenjunga became visible from distant regions. Bangladeshis can see a glimpse of this scenic view of Kanchenjunga from its northernmost point Tetulia. If you see Google Maps, you will find that Kanchenjunga is about 157km away from Tetulia or Tentulia which is also called ‘The City of Dream.’
Autumn is the best season to view the enthralling beauty of Kanchenjunga. During the months of October to December, the cherubic beauty of the snow-capped white mountain of Kanchenjunga becomes visible in the cloudless sky.
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Besides late Autumn or early Winter, the indescribable beauty of Kanchenjunga can also be seen from Tetulia during the rainy season especially when the Mahananda river gets filled with water.
To enjoy this view, you have to reach Tetulia, which is an Upazila under the Panchagarh district. You can spend the night at the Tetulia Bungalow. There are many other small hotels at Tetulia Bazar which are available to stay at. You'll find quality and local food at different hotels and restaurants in Tetulia.
7 Top Tourist Spots in Panchagarh
What to see in Panchagarh besides enjoying the mesmerizing view of distant Kanchenjunga? Like any other district of Bangladesh Panchagarh has some unique features. While traveling to Panchagarh you can see the following 7 top tourist destinations.
Tetulia Dak Bungalow
The historic Tetulia Dak Bungalow is located on the banks of the Mahananda River near the Bangladesh-India border. It is about 21 km away from Tetulia Upazila in the Panchgarh district.
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The king of Behar built this bungalow. This structure is built about 15-20 meters above the ground. Tourists can enjoy the wonderful beauty of the Mahananda River from Tetulia Dak Bungalow. It looks extraordinarily beautiful during the rainy season.
From Tetulia Dak Bungalow, you can experience the view of Besides, late Autumn and winter is the suitable table to view the third highest mountain peak in the world, Kanchenjunga.
Golokdham Temple
Golokdham Temple is an ancient structure dating back to the 18th century. It is located at the Shaldanga Union in Deviganj Upazila under the Panchgarh district. This historic building was constructed in 1846.
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The specialty of this temple is that it was built in a Greek manner with six corners surrounded by trees. Inside the temple, there is a room known as a pilgrimage site. Every day numerous devotees visit the temple to offer worship rituals like pujas.
Maharaja Dighi
Maharaja Dighi is a historic pond located at Omorkhana Union. This lake is about 15 km distant from the Panchgarh district. People believe that Maharaja Prithu dug the Dighi during his reign, a 1500-year-old historical kingdom called Antargarh.
This artificial lake has about 10 ghats (stairs leading to the water body) surrounded by trees.
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Every year a huge fair is organized on the bank of Maharaja’s Dighi on the occasion of Bengali new year Pahela Boishakh. Tourists and visitors from different parts of Bangladesh as well as from the neighboring country of India visited the fair.
Banglabandha Zero Point
Banglabandha Zero Point has made Panchgarh district one of the most popular tourist places in the country. Tourists visit this place to enjoy the as well as Indian border from close. National flags of both Bangladesh and India are drawn near the Banglabandha Zero Point gate. However, you cannot cross the border without permission.
You will enjoy the hypnotic scenic beauty of the river, green surroundings, and mountains, as it stands on the bank of the Mahananda River along with the Bangladesh-India border. Banglabandha Zero Point was constructed on September 1, 1997, on about 10 acres of land.
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Banglabandha Zero Point as well as Banglabandha Land Port are situated at the Banglabandha Union No.1 under Tetulia Upazila. Through the Bangladesh land port, Bangladesh’s economic relations with her neighbor India, Nepal, and Bhutan are maintained.
Tea Gardens
After Sylhet, tea cultivation was started in Panchagarh in 1998. Industrialist Kazi Shahid Ahmad started cultivating tea in Panchagarh by taking inspiration from the tea gardens of India. From Panchagarh, huge Indian tea gardens can be seen which are located on the other of the border.
Around 200 tea gardens are available in Panchgarh right now and the total land area under tea cultivation is about 2255.54 acres.
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Mirzapur Shahi Masjid
Situated at the Atwari Upazila in the Panchgarh district, this holy place is about 300 years old. To reach this place, you have to go 200 yards east of Mirzapur Bazar.
Mirzapur Shahi Masjid is one of the most ancient archaeological sites in Bangladesh. In 1679, this mosque was built on an area 40 feet by 24 feet holding three domes in a row. Its walls are inscribed with wonderful Terracotta flowers with clay leaves which will take the minds of tourists several hundred years back.
It is anticipated that Mughal Emperor Shah Alam built this mosque and it has an inscription written in French. At present, Bangladesh’s archaeology department has been managing the Mirzapur Shahi mosque.
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Panchagarh Rocks Museum
The Panchagarh Rocks Museum is Bangladesh's first rock museum. It is found on the Panchagarh Government Women’s College campus. Prof. Nazmul Haque, the principal of Panchagarh Government Women’s College established the rock museum on March 1, 1997. It was built on the honorable principals' personal initiative.
The Rocks Museum is divided into two outdoor and internal galleries. There are many rocks in the external gallery, and there are little stones of various ages in the internal gallery.
In the rock museum, Petrified wood, fossilized rocks, granite, quartzite shells, limestone, sits, hard rock, basalt, silica, nice, clay-rock, and other specimens of rocks have been kept for exhibition. These rocks range in size from 3 to 4 inches to 10 feet. About 60 pieces are available for exhibition in this museum.
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What to Do in Panchagarh
In Panchagard you can do many things. Firstly, You can also enjoy the enchanting beauty of Kanchenjunga. In addition to that, you can visit the historical places and landmarks located in Panchagar.
You can enjoy many tea gardens in the surrounding areas of the Bangladesh-India border. The Indian tea gardens look amazingly beautiful at night when the Indian searchlight lights on at night. You can take Indian tea by standing on the border of Bangladesh. Here you will find some picnic corners.
If you want to feel the thrill of stepping on the last point of the northernmost part of the country don’t miss Banglabandha Zero Point.
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Besides, you can enjoy many local foods. If you are a nature lover, don’t miss the Mahananda river where the breathtaking beauty will captivate your mind.
Special food
Popular local foods include Chingri Bora (fried shrimp balls), deep-fried Mola fish, and Daal Bora (fried lentil balls). Here tourists can try the fresh fish of Mahananda including Bhetki, Katal, Ayer, etc.
Here, you will also find the meat of wild pheasants (Bon Morog) that were fairly common in the woods of the Panchagarh area. What is more? In Panchagarh, you can enjoy North Bengal sweet, Chhanar Polao-the dessert—a masterpiece creation of Dinajpur confectioners.
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Bottom Line
Kanchenjunga is a heavenly mountain in the Himalayas. From Tetulia of Panchagarh, the northernmost part of the country you can gaze at the dazzling snow peaks of Mountain Kanchenjunga which is the third-highest peak in the world. Not to mention, Tetulia is one of the most amazing tourist spots in Bangladesh which gives us the opportunity to view Kanchenjunga mountain staying in our own country.
For many travel enthusiasts in Bangladesh, especially those who love mountain views, it is like an annual ritual to visit Panchuagar during the months of October, November, and December. So far we have discussed how to see Kangchenjunga from Bangladesh. We have also shared a Panchagarh travel guide to help travelers visit the other tourist attractions of the northernmost district of the country.
15 Gift Ideas for a Newborn Baby
The arrival of a newborn baby is always special and a joyous occasion. While visiting a newborn baby and its parents, family members, relatives, friends, and other acquaintances often love to take some gifts. Of course, choosing gifts for a newborn baby is confusing. Let’s take a look at 15 practical gift ideas for a newborn baby.
What to Consider When Picking Gifts for Newborns
Before picking a gift for newborns some things need to be considered. Check here some features that your gift should have:
Practical Usage
A newborn requires many things and parents will definitely be grateful if you gift them something that they can actually use. This helps parents to cut costs.
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Sentimental Value
Another thing you can go in while selecting a gift is the emotional route. You could consider something that helps store memories. So choose the gift that is personalized to the baby and can be kept in the future, and remind them of these months of nervousness, excitement, and happiness.
Uniqueness
While picking a gift for a newborn consider the uniqueness of the gift. So avoid buying common gift items. But make sure that your unique gift is useful to the newborn or sentimental to its parents.
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Baby’s Clothes
Clothes are the most suitable gift for a newborn baby. Newborn babies need huge clothes as they waste clothes frequently. Clothing items can be mittens, bibs, vests, caps, and booties.
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However, you need to be careful about the quality of materials while buying baby clothes. So, buy soft and comfortable cotton clothes. Never choose synthetic fabrics for babies.
Baby Diapers
You can never go wrong if you think about gifting diapers. Disposable diapers are available in the market and you can choose from the locally available reputed brands. Nowadays cloth diapers are also available in the market and you can also buy them if you are environment conscious. But always choose and buy the age-appropriate size of diapers that maintain quality.
Baby Bath Equipment
The new moms often feel worried about bathing their newborns because babies seem very fragile. You can somewhat reduce the anxiety of a new mom by gifting her baby bath equipment. But choose one that will be suitable for the baby’s size. However, buy the portable kind so that baby bathing can be easier and more practical.
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Baby Photo Album
A baby photo album can be another excellent gift that is surely loved by new parents. If you gift a baby photo album, new parents can record all the first-year milestones of their baby. They can store pictures and footprints of their baby. They can also keep records of their personal details; the birth weight of the baby, and the time he/she was born for memory’s sake.
Gold or Silver Jewellery or Other Items
Traditionally, people consider gifting gold or silver goods to a newborn baby propitious. Both Gold and Silver metal has many health benefits. You will find gold and/or silver-made bangles, anklets, etc in the local jewelry shops.
Besides jewelry items, silver-made appliances like silver glasses, bowls, spoons, etc are also popular and traditional give items for newborns. Considering your budget you can gift any of these items for to a new baby.
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Musical Toys
Huge collections are handy in the market when you think about gifting musical toys for newborn babies. They were available in adorable designs and peppy and soothing also to entertain the baby. However, don’t pick a toy that creates loud noise; otherwise, it will scare the baby.
Baby’s Bedding Set
As winter approaches, special preparation is needed for newborns. If the baby is staying in a cold region, a linen bedding set can be a nice gift. You can buy standard and comfy sleeping bags with cute motifs. For summer weather, you can gift baby bedding sets that are available in attractive and colorful designs.
Choose a quick dry variety. Make sure, you have chosen a snug bed for the newborn baby.
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Baby’s Room Decor
Go for gifting baby’s room décor items can be a fun idea. You can choose from a wide selection of things, like picture frames, wall stickers, baby room lighting, height charts, rugs and carpets, drapes, etc. Babies love to play with new things.
Play Gym
You can go for gifting play gym as a new parent may choose to have a cot mobile or a play gym. This gift can engage their baby and allow them to do some chores. You can select musical kinds in bright colors.
Baby Carrier Sling
A baby carrier sling is one of the most practical gifts. So you can gift a baby carrier sling to the parents of a newborn baby. Try to choose a quality product that maintains standards. However, make sure you buy one that has extra neck support for smaller babies.
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Baby Pacifier
The baby pacifier is surely the right gift for a baby as it can comfort the baby easily. You will find them in different animal characters. But don’t select the cheap and toxic kinds. Choose something safe and comfortable pacifier for a baby.
Baby Skincare Products
Baby needs skincare products all year round and so you can gift a set of baby skincare products, like foam shampoo, baby body lotion, massage oil, baby soap, diaper rash cream, baby wipes, and something like these. But make sure you buy products specially made for babies as babies have sensitive skin.
Baby Furniture
Baby furniture for gifting can surely be the perfect gift for a baby and its parents. You can choose furniture items like dressers or changing units, nursery rocking chairs, travel cots, baby carriers, etc. You will find them in different styles and finishes.
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Baby Teaching Kits
A teaching kit for babies is a multi-purpose gift idea. Such kits include diverse teaching things such as first words, body parts, numbers, colors, and so on. Such kits also have finger puppets, soft playing blocks, CD/DVD sets of rhymes, etc.
It is not suitable for a newborn. However, as the baby grows up, parents can utilize these teaching items to introduce the baby to various things.
Diaper Bag
A diaper bag is a handy gift item that can accommodate so many things like disposable diapers, tissues or baby wipes, a changing mat, diaper rash cream, and a sanitizer. So, you can gift it to a new mom.
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Gift Cheque
If you don’t have enough time to choose and buy a gift for a new baby, you can offer a gift cheque to the new parents. They can use that money in any way they wish to.
Bottom Line
Not all gifts are beneficial for the user. Therefore, select a gift that’s practical for the baby and its parents so that it can be useful for a while. So far, we have shared 15 gift handy ideas for a newborn baby and new parents. Make sure that gift maintains quality and won’t take up too much space.
Retirement Bucket List Ideas: 10 Fun and Serious Things To Do
After retirement, you can relax and enjoy your free time. But it does not have to be only relaxation! From travelling to volunteering, there are plenty of amusing, interesting, and meaningful things to do once you have got rid of your daily work schedule. So don't spend post-retirement life in boredom; rather make plans and explore. Let's take a look at some awesome things to try after retirement to feel every bit of life again.
10 Fun and Serious Things to Do After Retirement
Explore Local Area
If endless days of reading books and watching TV can give you ultimate happiness after retirement, that is great! However, if you are looking for something more interactive and social, consider exploring your local area.
There is no need to go far or spend a huge amount of money. Often there are plenty of things to do right in your town or city. Check out attractions you have never had time to visit before. Considering your health status choose to walk, hike, bike, or ride. You can also attend a cultural event, fair, or something that coincides with your passion. The possibilities are endless.
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Wherever you choose to go, stepping out of the home will encourage you to enjoy the golden years of life.
Spend Time with Family
After working for decades, retirement is a time to relax and enjoy your hard-earned free time finally. However, retirement can also be a time of isolation and loneliness for many people. Seniors who spend more time with family and friends tend to stay happier and healthier. Social interaction helps to keep the mind sharp, reduces stress levels, and boosts immunity.
In addition, spending time with loved ones can help to prevent feelings of depression and anxiety. So if you're looking for ways to improve your health after retirement, spending more time with family should be at the top of your list. You will not only be happier and healthier, but you also will build memories that will last a lifetime.
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Join Gym
Retirement can be a time of immense transition. Suddenly, you have a lot more free time on your hands, and you may find yourself struggling to stay active and engaged. One great way to counter this issue is to join a gym. By joining a local gym, you will be able to take advantage of all the great equipment and facilities.
Besides, you will also have the chance to meet new people and stay connected to your community. And, of course, there are health benefits. Exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy weight, reducing your risk of chronic diseases, and improving your mental health.
Get Involved in A Sport
For many people, retirement marks the end of an active lifestyle. But it doesn't have to be that way. There are plenty of reasons to stay involved in sports after retirement, especially if you want to stay fit and healthy.
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First of all, participating in sports can help to reduce the risk of developing obesity or other chronic health conditions. In addition, physical exercise can boost brain function and improve mental health. Moreover, playing sports can be a great way to socialize and make new friends.
Conside the status of your health to choose the right type of sport in your post-retirement life. Pick sports that you will love to continue.
Engage in Philanthropic Work
A life of leisure after retirement may sound appealing. However, many people find their post-retirement life boring without a sense of purpose. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to stay engaged and active in retirement.
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One of the most rewarding options for retirees is getting involved with philanthropic work. Philanthropy can take many forms, from volunteering at a local humanitarian initiative to donating money to causes that are important to you.
Not only does philanthropic work help others, but also it can be deeply satisfying for the person doing the work. It provides a sense of purpose and connection that can help to combat feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Mentor Others
Retirement can also be an opportunity to feel valued by mentoring others. By sharing your knowledge and experience, you can help others to achieve their goals and fulfill their potential.
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In addition, mentoring can help to keep your mind active and engaged, preventing boredom and stress. What’s more, as an added bonus, it can be extremely gratifying to see someone succeed with your guidance.
Start a Small Business
You may start a small business related to your experience to spend active and meaningful time after retirement. As an experienced professional, you have the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed. Also, you have the time to devote to making your business a success.
Additionally, you likely have a network of contacts that can help you get started. Starting a small business can provide you with a sense of purpose and satisfaction in your golden years. It’s not always about the money, it's about utilizing your own skills and talent for something good.
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And, of course, you can spend the money earned through the business for diverse purposes like traveling, treatment, family care, etc.
Find a Part Time Job
After retirement, many people find themselves with more free time than they know what to do with. While some enjoy spending their days relaxing or pursuing hobbies, others quickly become bored and restless. For these people, finding a part-time job can be the perfect solution.
In addition to providing a much-needed source of income, a part-time job can also help to structure your day and give you a sense of purpose. Working in retirement can be a great way to meet new people and stay active.
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Focus on Religion
Almost all of us believe in some religion or the other. Practicing religion gives us peace of mind and helps us to follow the right path. You may not have actively performed or done the religious activity before retirement because of time availability or scope.
Now that you have a lot of time on your hands, you can devote a lot of time to religious activities. Read religious books, and find the underlying meaning. Regularly visit places or travel to religious events.
Learn a New Skill
Many people view retirement as a time to rest and relax after years of working hard. However, retirement can also be an opportunity to learn new skills and pursue interests that may have been neglected during one’s career. Learning a new skill can help to keep the mind sharp and pass a good time. It can also be a great way to meet new people and make friends.
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Final Words
Retirement is a time to enjoy your hobbies and relax after years of working hard. It is a great time to focus on your life and figure out what you want to do with the rest of it. No matter what you end up doing, make sure that you are enjoying yourself and living life to the fullest.
Whether you are looking for a fun activity or something more serious, check out our above-mentioned list of things to do after retirement and find the perfect fit for you.
How to Clean Baby Bottles
Many parents choose bottle feeding for their babies. If you don’t compromise your child’s health and safety, it's requisite and important to properly wash and sanitize the baby’s feeding equipment. The process includes cleaning or sterilizing each bottle with the teat, and screw cap after every feed until they are at least 12 months old. Let’s take a look at the proper tips and tricks to n and sterilize baby bottles.
Health risks of babies for using unsanitized feeding bottles
Babies under 3 months old are more vulnerable to viruses and bacteria as their immune systems are underdeveloped. The South Australian Women's and Children's Health Network stresses that it is important to sterilize bottles to prevent sickness in infants up to the age of 6 months — or even up to a year. If the bottle is not washed or poorly washed bottles after each feed, it may expose your baby to certain risks, including:
Tooth Decay
Generally, tooth decay in babies can occur as the result of vulnerability to liquids for a long time like if you allow them to sleep with a bottle that contains juice. When a baby sleeps with keeping juice or liquid like milk in their mouth, this liquid allows acid-producing bacteria to build up in their mouth and cause teeth decay.
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According to the Northern Ireland Public Health Agency, formula milk contains bacteria and they can multiply if a bottle is left at room temperature.
Rotavirus
Rotavirus is a type of stomach bug that can spread from touching contaminated objects or surfaces. So, it is imperative for you to wash your hands frequently, especially before preparing baby bottles.
Cronobacter Infections
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the national public health agency of the USA, Cronobacter germs can contaminate dry, powdered foods including infant formula and, subsequently, baby bottles.
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This type of bacteria can cause a very rare but life-threatening blood infection called sepsis. Sepsis can happen particularly in infants.
Right ways to keep baby bottles & other feeding equipment clean
Properly Wash Your Own Hands
Many people forget this important and crucial first step. Research has shown that about 97% of people don’t wash their hands properly before preparing baby bottles. For this reason, most of the cross-contamination happens. Therefore, make sure you have thoroughly sanitized your hands before preparing baby bottles.
However, if you are about to feed the baby with a bottle while staying outside the home, try to use sanitizer or find the nearest restroom to wash your own hands thoroughly with soapy water so that you can prevent yourself from transmitting germs onto the bottle or nipple.
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Wash Bottle Parts Separately with Warm Water
You need to wash every and each part of the baby bottles. Don’t focus on the type of bottle you're using. Separate every component and wash each part properly.
Then, rinse each part of your bottle under running Water. Though you can rinse the baby’s feeding equipment under cold or warm water. It is wise to rinse the bottles and equipment under warm water. Warm water helps to kill germs.
Scrub in Soapy Water
When your rinsing the bottle parts under running water is done, fill a separate basin with hot water and soap. You need to use a dedicated brush to scrub each part individually. However, make sure you use this brush to clean the baby bottles only.
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You can also use a good dishwasher instead of soap to wash every part of the baby’s feeding equipment.
You can dip the bottle parts under the dishwasher mixed water or soapy water for some time.
When brushing is done, rinse each part of the bottles and other feeding tools under running water again.
Dry on a Rack or Clean Space
After washing dry every part of the bottle or feeding equipment with a clean paper towel or dish towel, and store them in a dust-free, clean space. Let them air dry but not patting them dry, as patting them dry can transfer germs from the towel to the newly cleaned bottle.
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Other Ways of Sanitizing Baby Bottles
There are several ways you can sterilize, sanitize and clean your baby bottle:
Boiling sterilization
Boiling is the most reliable way of sterilizing baby bottle-feeding equipment. So boil all equipment after every use or within 24 hours of use.
First, take the washed bottles, teats, rings, and caps in a large pot and fill the pot with sufficient water so that everything is covered. Make sure all air bubbles are disappeared. Then boil everything for 5-6 minutes. When everything is cool, take them out with tongs or clean hands. Throw off excess water. It is not necessary to dry the bottles. Finally, store them in a clean container in the fridge.
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Chemical sterilization
This is the way where you can sterilize baby bottles with an antibacterial solution that is available in liquid or tablet form. This is one type of bleach that is mixed easily with water. Although it is enough strong to kill bacteria, it’s safe for your baby.
First, you must follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully to make up the solution the right way. Remember, the solution will work correctly when it’s made at the right strength. Completely drown-washed bottles, especially every part of the bottles including teats, rings, and caps.
Let everything keep in the solution for the recommended time. You can keep the equipment in the solution for the whole day. Remove equipment using tongs. Remove excess solution, but don’t need to dry the equipment. Store everything in a clean container and put the container in the fridge.
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Steam sterilization
In this system, you heat your equipment to a temperature high enough to kill bacteria. First, keep clean equipment in the unit and add water following the manufacturer’s instructions. Then, on the switch.
As it is automated, the unit switches itself off when the work is completed. Store equipment in a clean container and you can follow the manufacturer’s instructions to know the exact time you can store sterilized equipment.
Microwave sterilization
Microwave sterilization is like steam sterilization.
First, see the instructions carefully and check the microwave power needed. However, make sure you don’t put anything made of metal inside these sterilizers.
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Don't put your equipment straight into the microwave to sterilize it because this won’t work rather your equipment will melt or get damaged.
Bottom Line
So far we have discussed the simple steps to clean baby bottles efficiently. You can also follow the sterilization methods to get your baby's bottle and other feeding types of equipment sanitized and ready for use to avoid the risks of bacterial infection or contamination. Don’t forget to clean the bottle just after every feeding to prevent any bacterial contamination.
Safe Toys for Children: Tips to avoid harmful playing objects
Kids are always happy with their toys. The right and safe toys can provide your child with so many benefits like encouragement to play, stimulation of their senses, support in developing skills, and more. However, some toys are harmful to kids. Let’s take a look at how to choose safe toys for children.
How Toys Can Harm Babies
Toys can harm babies in many ways. For instance, -Babies may feel choked while playing with balloons or toys containing strings and wires. -The heavy large toys can fall upon small kids-Electric toys can give them shocks. -The sharp-edged toys can cause injury to children-Babies can swallow small playing objects like magnets, marbles, jewelry, etc. -Dirty toys can affect the kids with bacteria. -Noisy toys can scare young kids.-Babies may hurt themselves or other kids with shooting toys.-Toys built with harmful materials can cause harm to kids’ health.
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While playing with toys, a child may experience serious injury or even death especially when the toy doesn’t suit the child’s age or includes dangerous elements, or is improperly built or used in the wrong way. Although, toy-injuries are usually minor cuts, scrapes, and bruises parents should be careful.
13 Guidelines to Choose Safe Toys for Babies
Age-Appropriate Toys
Generally, toys are designed according to the age of the baby. Age is mentioned on the cover of the toy. So, keep in mind the age of your baby whenever you wish to buy a toy. Age-appropriate toys are safe for your child and help in the better development of your child.
Size-Appropriate Toys
Size is one of the major points you need to consider while buying a toy for your child. Make sure you select the size of the toy according to your child’s age, height, size, nature, and health status. Naturally, babies love to keep their favourite toys close to their bodies, especially their noses and mouths.
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Parents should avoid choosing too small toys for young babies as such toys can cause choking when taken in the mouth. Small objects like flashing decorations or jewelry can be harmful to young children.
On the other hand, too large and heavy toys for your child’s size can be difficult for him or her to handle. There is a risk that during playing the toy may fall on the child and hurt him/her.
Chewing Resistant
Naturally, children have the curiosity to put everything in their mouths. This habit can cause bad accidents that can be life-threatening too. So, you have to choose chewing-resistant toys for your child so that they won’t swallow them.
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Washable Toys
Children are not careful about their toys and so they throw their toys here and there while playing. When a kid throw his/her toy in a dirty place, and pick it up again, the toy may carry several bacteria.
Those bacteria may cause bacterial infections as the kids have the habit of putting their toys in their mouths. So, it’s wise to choose toys that are easily washable and you can sanitize from time to time.
Avoid Loud Toys
The main function of toys is to entertain your child. But too loud or screaming toys can hardly give pleasure to your child rather they can irritate them by causing noise pollution. Most importantly, they can harm the listening power of your child. So, don’t buy toys that are too loud for your little one.
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No Strings Or Wires
Don’t buy toys that have long strings, attached ribbons, or frills. If you have found some, remove such kind of material immediately from those toys as your child may wrap it around him/her neck and feel choked. Besides, it may harm the child’s blood circulation by restricting the flow of the blood through his/her veins.
Top 10 Most Expensive Foods in the World
Food is one of the basic necessities of human survival. For food connoisseurs, food is the love of life. If you are a foodie, are you ready to pay for a meal that cost over 1000 dollars or Tk1 lac? Here is a list of the world's most expensive food items that only multi-millionaire foodies can try out.
Top 10 Costliest Foods for Humans on Earth
Wagyu Beef
If you watch MasterChef Australia, you would be familiar with wagyu beef. This simply translates to “Japanese Beef” which comes from four different breeds of Japanese cow. Wagyu beef is famous for its intensely mottled fat that renders down during the cooking process. You will really love it as it is moist, tender, and melts in the mouth.
The rearing process of wagyu cows is very tough as the cows are required to be reared and fed according to strict guidelines. So, the price point amounts to around ₹40,000 (Tk50143) per kg.
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Saffron
Saffron is a type of seasoning, that almost all Indians use during special occasions. But Indians use it very carefully as to collect just 1kg of saffron, one has to collect over 3,00,000 flowers. The whole process of collecting saffron is not easy at all as it grows only for a week throughout the year during autumn.
Iranian saffron is the most expensive variety on earth. The price of Saffron ranges from $400 (Tk41092) to $1000 (TK102730) per kilogram. Asia and the Mediterranean are the main origins of Saffron.
Kopi Luwak
Kopi Luwak is the most popular and highly costly coffee in the world. It is made from golden coffee beans that are collected from the feces of the civet, a small cat that lives in some parts of Asia.
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The cat eats the coffee berries and exudes the whole beans as they can’t digest the beans. Then the farmers collect their precious droppings and then washed, pound, dry, and roast them. It will cost you around $600 (Tk61638) per pound.
Moose Cheese
Cheese is always the most expensive milk product. But Moose is the costliest cheese in the world as it is produced with Moose milk. Only Sweden is the place where Moose cheese is processed and found. You exactly can’t get it anywhere else in the world. You will buy it for about US$ 1,000 (TK102730) per kilogram.
Moose cheese is so expensive as Milking Moose isn’t an easy task. Two sisters run a farm namely The Elk House (Älgens Hus) farm at Bjurholm in Sweden is considered to be the largest and the main producer of this cheese.
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White Truffles
White truffles are underground fungi that grow in Europe. The climate of Europe is suitable for the growth of white truffles as they require very specific environments and climatic conditions to grow.
White Truffles are very expensive than the other varieties of mushrooms as they are available and cannot grow any place. You cost up to $1,000 a pound to buy white truffles. It is usually served with an omelet, butter, Parmesan, or risotto. White truffle is available in Italy, France, and the Pacific Northwest.
Matsutake Mushrooms
Matsutake mushrooms grow in Japan's Tamba region and it is considered one of the most expensive mushrooms. These mushrooms are famous because it has a special sweet and spicy taste.
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These mushrooms are harvested only once a year during autumn and are thought a delicacy in Japanese cuisine. Especially difficult to find and fragile, it is roughly priced between $1,000 (Tk1,02,730) to $2,000 (Tk2,05,460) for a pound.
Ayam Cemani Black Chicken
Ayam Cemani Black chicken or Goth chicken is bred in Indonesia. Everything from feathers to the flesh is absolutely black including its tongue and organs. Just its blood is red.
As it is extremely rare, this breed of poultry costs a pretty sum of $5000 (TK5,13,650) per pair. In Indonesia, this breed is somehow cheap but outside the country, it is sold for thousands of dollars. This breed is also known and famous as a sports chicken.
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Black Watermelon
Densuke Melon is another name for black watermelon. It originates from Japan and is so expensive that these are not sold openly but rather auctioned every year. Traditionally, black melon is considered to be a priceless wedding gift for the Japanese.
It requires large space to grow and grows only 1,00,000 Densuke watermelons each year. So, each melon costs up to $6,000 (Tk6,16,380).
Swallow's Nest Soup
Swallow's nest soup or Chinese bird’s nest soup is loved by foodies around the globe. This soup is made from the saliva of Swiftlet birds. It is served in 3 different colors namely Red, Yellow, and White.
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Among them, the red bird nest soup is the most expensive. You will be wondered to know that a bowl of this red bird’s nest soup costs $10,000 (Tk10,27,300) as it is the most delicious among the three varieties.
Countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Taiwan, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Myanmar consider this soup a national cuisine.
Albino Caviar
If you think of fancy expensive food, you can think of caviar. These are fish eggs known to be one of the world’s most famous menus.
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The priciest caviar in the world is Almas, which is harvested from endangered Iranian Albino Beluga sturgeons. So, White Pearl Albino Caviar is the most expensive variety of Caviar on earth.
The Caspian Sea is the origin of this fish that produced this rare caviar. However, they are now almost extinct in their native environment. If you want to buy it, you have to pay around $34,500 (Tk35,44,185) per kg to buy it. Not to mention, its price tag makes it clear why it is called a "Almas," the Russian term for diamond.
Bottom Line
So far we have listed the top 10 most expensive edible foods in the world. Here the approximate price of each food has been calculated according to the conversion rate of $1 equivalent to Tk102.73 and 1Rs to Tk1.25.
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Each of these foods is rare, and difficult to breed or cultivate. Not to mention, every food on this list has some unique features. However, the exorbitant prices can’t assure the extraordinary taste or nutritional value of these foods. Still, foodies around the world are curious about these costliest foods. If you can afford these foods, will you try any of them?
Best and Worst Countries on WJP Rule of Law Index 2022
According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the system, process, institution, practice, or norm that maintain the equality of all citizens before the law, ensure prevention of arbitrary use of power is known as the rule of law. The 2022 WJP Rule of Law Index has evaluated 140 countries and jurisdictions across the world. Let’s take a look at the top 10 best and worst countries according to the WJP Rule of Law Index 2022.
What is the WP Rule of Law Index?
The WJP Rule of Law Index is an empirical measure of the rule of law around the world. The index ranks countries from 1-140, with 1 being the best and 140 being the worst.
The Rule of Law index of WJP is based on a holistic analysis of 44 indicators across eight dimensions of the rule of law: constraints on government power, open government, Absence of corruption, order and security, fundamental rights, regulatory enforcement, criminal justice, and civil justice.
This year the organization surveys 150,000+ households and 3,600 legal practitioners and experts to understand the situation of the rule of law around the world.
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10 Best Countries on the WJP Rule of Law Index 2022
Following 10 countries ranked top means these countries protect the basic rights and freedoms of citizens while ensuring that the respective governments can govern effectively.
1. Denmark
With a 0.90 overall score, Denmark topped the WJP Rule of Law Index in 2022. However, the country was topped last year too. Annual changes in the overall score are 0.3%. That being said, even though the country was number one last, it continues improvement.
2. Norway
Norway’s position has not changed compared to last year’s performance. But, their annual changes in the score -1.1%, which brings down their score to 0.89 from 0.90. They become second in global, regional, and income ranks. The lowest score they had was 0.87 in 2015.
3. Finland
Finland came third with their 0.87 score, which was 0.88 in 2021. The country receives 0.91 in Constraints on Government Powers, 0.89 in the Absence of corruption, 0.86 in Open Government, 0.89 in Fundamental rights, and 0.91 in order of security. However, Finland has maintained consistency over the last 5 years.
4. Sweden
Sweden scored 0.86, which they have been scoring since 2016. Sweden ranked 4 in the World Justice Project’s Rule of Law Index of 2021. This year their ranking has not changed.
5. Netherlands
The Netherlands has jumped one position from sixth to fifth. However, their score remains the same, 0.83. The country has improved in almost all criteria. The highest overall score they earned was 0.86 in 2016. This year the Netherlands ranked pretty low in order and security. With 0.85, they are 25th in the world and 18th in regional rank out of 31 countries.
6. Germany
Germany ranked down to sixth with annual -0.6% changes in the overall score. This year the country has achieved 0.83, which was 0.84 in 2021. Their global, regional, and income ranks dropped this year.
7. New Zealand
For the last three years, New Zealand ranked 7 globally and 1 regionally. From 2015-2022 they have been scoring 0.83, except in 2019. In the last 7 years, their lowest score was 0.83 in 2019. Other than that, New Zealand has been consistent in all criteria.
8. Luxembourg
Luxembourg was included in the Rule of Law index in 2021 for the first time, and they ranked 8. And this year, the country is holding the same position with 0.83. They are ranked in the seventh position in the regional ranking.
9. Estonia
Estonia jumped about two steps (from 9th to 11th) in the 2022 WJP Rule of Law index. With a 1.2% annual overall change in score, the country scored 0.82, which was 0.81 in 2021. Since 2015, Estonia is continuously improving its position from being 15th in 2015.
10. Ireland
The county is holding the same position from 2021. With 0.81, they again come at the tenth position on the World Justice Project’s 2022 Rule of Law index. They were first included in the list in 2021 and achieved 0.81 in their first inclusion.
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10 Worst Countries on the WJP Rule of Law Index 2022
Out of the 140 countries, the following 10 countries were ranked in the bottom 10 positions.
131. Mauritania
This African country ranked 131 globally with 0.37 points and ranked 32 regionally out of the 34 African countries according to the 2022 Rule of Law index of WJP. While their global rank has improved from 133 to 131, their regional rank dropped to 32 from 31.
132. Myanmar
With an overall 0.36 score, Myanmar’s ranking also dropped to 132 from 128 on the 2022 WJP index. That said, the country’s situation has changed negatively in terms of different criteria. However, Myanmar is in the red zone in the Fundamental Rights indicator, which is the lowest in the region.
133. Nicaragua
Nicaragua ranked 133 with a 0.36 overall score which was 0.34 last year. This is the lowest score for Nicaragua in the past seven years. The country is significantly risky in terms of Constraints on Government Powers and criminal justice indicators.
134. Cameroon
Although Cameroon’s ranking has improved one step from 135 to 134, they are second lowest in the region and listed as one of the most corrupt nations in the world with a 0.24 score in the Absence of the Corruption indicator.
135. Egypt, Arab Rep
Egypt’s ranking has improved one step, and they are now at 135th. However, the country ranked lowest out of the eight regional countries. In terms of Fundamental Rights, Constraints on Government Powers, and Open Government, the country is in the red zone.
136. Haiti
Haiti was included in the list in 2021, and they were ranked 132 out of 139 countries. This year they dropped four positions to 136. In terms of Criminal Justice and Absence of Corruption, they are in the red zone.
137. Congo, Dem. Rep.
Lowest in regional ranking 137 in the global WJP Rule of Law Index 2022, Congo holds the lowest position in the Absence of Corruption indicator among the 140 countries. The country also earned a low score in the Criminal Justice indicator.
138. Afghanistan
Afghanistan ranked 138 globally and lowest regionally. The country was in the 122nd position in 2022’s Rule of Law Index, which significantly changed two years after the new government took the chair.
139. Cambodia
With a 0.31 score, Cambodia ranked 139 among the 140 countries on WJP’s 2022 index. Except for the country’s order and security, other indicators are significantly low, making it the lowest in the region.
140. Venezuela
In the World Justice Project’s Rule of Law index 2022, Venezuela comes at 140th with an overall score of 0.26. And they are one the lowest scoring countries in almost all indicators. However, the country had a 0.32 score in 2015.
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Final Words
So far, we have discussed the best and worst countries in the 2022 WJP Rule of Law index. The goal of the World Justice Project’s Rule of Law Index is to provide a comprehensive picture of how well each country performs with regard to the rule of law. Therefore, this index can help policymakers identify reforms that could make their countries safer, more democratic, and better places to live and do business.
Banglargonji, Ayub Bachchu Foundation commemorate rock icon Ayub Bachchu with tribute exhibition
Popular online fashion house Banglargonji - Tee of Bengal, in collaboration with Ayub Bachchu Foundation, have jointly organised a two-day t-shirt fair and commemorative exhibition at the Safiuddin Shilpalay in the capital’s Dhanmondi.
The commemorative exhibition, titled ‘Harano Bikeler Golpe’ honouring the late rock legend Ayub Bachchu, was inaugurated by Ayub Bachchu Foundation founder and widow of the rock icon Ferdous Akhtar Chandana on Friday.
The exhibition is showcasing an exclusive glimpse of the late LRB founder-frontman Ayub Bachchu’s seven historic guitars, along with his exclusive memorabilia including t-shirts, his sunglass, hats and caps, and his wristwatch, from the AB family’s collections.
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Trendsetting Bangladeshi fashion brand Banglargonji - Tee of Bengal is also showcasing its flagship event ‘Banglargonji Mela’s fifth edition alongside this commemorative tribute to Ayub Bachchu.
The inauguration ceremony of this two-day event on Friday was joined by LRB guitarist Abdullah Al Masud and Banglargonji CEO Mohammad Yearuzzamanand as the special guests, alongside fans of Ayub Bachchu from all walks of life.
“Ayub Bachchu dedicated his entire life to enthral his beloved fans, and this commemorative exhibition is also dedicated to them. We are displaying some of his exclusive memorabilia for the first time ever and personally, I am overwhelmed to see the response of his admirers, Ferdous Akhtar Chandana told UNB.
LRB guitarist Abdullah Al Masud said, “There hasn't been a day since his death when we haven't felt his physical absence. These guitars have histories of their own, and we are glad that the admirers and fans of our boss (Ayub Bachchu) are enjoying the opportunity to see these exclusive memorabilia.”
The other part of the event, the traditional ‘Banglargonji Mela,’ has returned to the t-shirt enthusiasts in the city for the fifth time. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the t-shirt fair could not take place in 2021.
Banglargonji - Tee of Bengal became a popular brand among youths due to its unique Bengali calligraphy and typography-based t-shirts, enlivening the social humour, puns and metaphors from the past to the present.