Colouring the economy: Paint industry gains momentum

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29 June, 2025, 11:55 am

Last modified: 30 June, 2025, 07:47 pm

Colouring the economy: Paint industry gains momentum

TBS Research

29 June, 2025, 11:55 am

Last modified: 30 June, 2025, 07:47 pm

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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina with her Indian counterpart at Brics Summit at Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. Photo: Bangladesh Embassy South Africa

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Retailers from different areas in the city draw huge crowds to buy fresh vegetables from the wholesalers in the early morning hours at Kawran Bazar, one of the largest commodity markets in the capital. Photo: Rajib Dhar

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