Tarique Rahman’s India visit and the end of automatic deference
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Weighing the Mecca defence pact
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Diary of a lawmaker: Laws for rights and the unmaking of them
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Is Bangladesh ready to access international climate finance?
31 August 2026
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For a sustainable future, we must take energy efficiency seriously
31 August 2026
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Fixing our fragmented health data requires institutional leadership
31 August 2026
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Bangladesh and Malaysia must break the recruitment syndicate’s grip
31 August 2026
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Bangladesh should engage with Mecca pact, but not rush to join it
31 August 2026
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Could atmospheric water harvesting help Bangladesh tackle water scarcity?
30 August 2026
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Bangladesh needs a courtroom AI policy, and soon
30 August 2026
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Tea garden workers warrant the same support as other industry labourers
Their struggles are a clarion call for a nation striving to achieve middle-income status while ensuring that nobody is left behind.
10 February 2025
Is there an economic roadmap of the interim government?
The efficacy of various policy measures undertaken by the government has been questioned.
10 February 2025
Chaos is a ladder
Chaos in Bangladesh mirrors Littlefinger's view: disorder is a ladder to power.
10 February 2025
Not at the cost of Muktijuddho, no way
Neither Jamaat, nor its student wing has ever come clean regarding its role in 1971.
10 February 2025
The case for expanding bank deposit insurance in Bangladesh
As Bangladesh continues to develop, it is imperative to update existing financial safeguards to align with the economy’s growth trajectory.
9 February 2025
The poultry industry became the scapegoat of inflation
Ministers and members of parliament of the previous government relentlessly blamed “syndicates” for increasing the prices of chicken, eggs and other foods.
9 February 2025
Why consolidation is crucial for Bangladesh’s banking future
The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio in India stands at around 3 percent, while in Bangladesh, it has skyrocketed to a staggering 13 percent.
9 February 2025
Caviar dreams, rice-and-lentil reality
One can laugh at the high cost of living in Dhaka, a polluted metropolis.
9 February 2025
'A truly democratic society must not suppress differing opinions'
Samina Luthfa talks about the interim government's performance 6 months after it took office.
9 February 2025
Impact of USAID programme freeze on Bangladesh
The abrupt decision by the Trump administration to freeze almost all USAID operations globally has surprised millions of vulnerable people around the world.
9 February 2025
Jonny’s custodial death: Justice delayed is justice denied
As the family marks the 11th anniversary of his death, they continue to grapple with the emotional and financial toll of a justice system that has failed them
8 February 2025
How we should build Brand Bangladesh
Another key aspect of Brand Bangladesh lies in its ability to hold a moderate Muslim identity without excluding other groups.
8 February 2025
Building resilience: Asia’s sustainable development imperative
Asia poverty: 1.5B lifted, but millions remain vulnerable. Sustainable solutions are key.
8 February 2025
The many faces of gender-based violence and herd mentality
The announcement of the Bangla Academy Prize without a female nominee continued the trend.
8 February 2025
Six months of interim govt: Bangladesh stands at a critical crossroads
The coming months will be crucial for the interim government.
8 February 2025
In the Trump 2.0 era, what’s in store for Bangladesh-US relations?
Trump's re-election reshapes global politics, impacting Bangladesh-US ties.
7 February 2025
Teachers are responsible for students' mental health, too
Allegations of unprofessional conduct by faculty members, including deliberate failing of students, highlight a darker side.
7 February 2025
The misdirected outrage over the women’s football team strike
Bangladesh women footballers strike over coach's behavior, face public backlash.
7 February 2025
Police reform must break free from colonial legacy
Police reform must enable the force to function freely, fairly, justly, and independently.
7 February 2025
Media, law enforcement have failed yet another child
Both the law enforcement officials and journalists failed miserably to protect the child’s best interest.
6 February 2025