Govt needs to revise its policies for population control.

Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death on two charges

It is frustrating that despite the promises of last year's July uprising, where women played a key role, they continue to be systematically sidelined from political power.

It is disturbing to note that several notorious criminals have been released from jails since the uprising.

There is, perhaps, no starker example of discrimination in Bangladesh than the treatment of its Harijan community.

Its mismanaged system needs more than investment

Long-term planning vital as 22 urban centres face escalating risks

An elected government can use its mandate to finish unfinished tasks

The government's decision to cut the number of seats in public and private medical colleges appears to be a well-considered move, given the long-standing crisis in ensuring quality medical education.

We urge all parties to rise above narrow partisan interests

We are alarmed to learn that nearly three-fourths of all factories at the Chattogram Export Processing Zone (CEPZ) are operating without valid fire safety certificates, as found by a recent investigation by the Department of Fire Service and Civil Defence.

Wealthy nations must take responsibility as the highest polluters

The heavy presence of C auris in hospitals serves as a stark warning about the broader threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the country.

Govt must maintain firmness in law enforcement

In Bangladesh, around 34 lakh children live on the streets without parental care. However, their suffering is often overlooked by the state and policymakers.

Financing must for climate-resilient water management

It is quite concerning that 59 percent of drug-related cases in Bangladesh cannot be proven in court.

Probe report shows how negligence, rule violations caused it

Rampant hill cutting exposes deep-rooted corruption, weak enforcement

Probe allegations by former cricket skipper properly