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Will we finally take student suicides seriously?
This tragic phenomenon, though shocking each time, is unfortunately not new.
17 May 2024, 06:00 AM
Rediscovering self: A note to me
In life to give your 100 percent to any one of your relationships you have to lose more than what you gave to that person.
17 May 2024, 05:00 AM
Planning for Dhaka's new night
Dhaka should be readied for a nighttime culture that offers a potpourri of entertainment options to people.
17 May 2024, 01:00 AM
Column by Mahfuz Anam: What constitutes hurting religious sentiments?
The issue of religious tolerance have become a matter of great concern as we see a global rise in narrow-mindedness, prejudice and hatred.
16 May 2024, 18:15 PM
Reimagining primary and compulsory education in Bangladesh
It is believed that education, in the midst of global advances and challenges, remains the critical vehicle of empowerment.
16 May 2024, 05:00 AM
Planting trees during heatwaves is not a good idea. Here's why
We should plant trees, but the right tree at the right time and place.
16 May 2024, 04:00 AM
Time for a cautious approach to managing Bangladesh's external debt
A key factor driving the rising debt-servicing obligations of Bangladesh originates from the country’s middle-income graduation.
16 May 2024, 01:00 AM
Right to information takes centre stage in Indian elections
The Indian Supreme Court's recent decision on electoral bonds underline the importance of citizens' role in exercising their right to information as watchdogs of good governance.
15 May 2024, 14:00 PM
The 20-20-20 rule and other digital detoxes
Digital stress typically stems from being bombarded with too much information or feeling obligated to be available 24/7, particularly sometimes for job-related tasks.
15 May 2024, 09:34 AM
Why the global dialogue on demographic diversity is critical
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the landmark International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD).
15 May 2024, 06:00 AM
Fear and loathing surrounding India’s election
After the first phase of voting, Modi seems to have changed his campaign strategy, focusing more on firing up BJP's Hindu base.
15 May 2024, 04:00 AM
Regulating Dhaka traffic: Are ‘gate lock’ and speed caps all that it takes?
Unless things change on the street level, no rules or infrastructure can efficiently resolve Dhaka's traffic gridlock.
15 May 2024, 01:00 AM
Why study public policy and governance?
Studying public policy and governance is about making a meaningful difference in your life and the lives of others.
14 May 2024, 11:42 AM
Solar storm and aurora: A dazzling display of colourful lights
What causes an aurora? The root cause of an aurora is a solar storm, a dramatic blast of electromagnetic radiation from the Sun.
14 May 2024, 06:00 AM
Why settle for a Jashore without trees?
Development does not equate to ecological disaster. But disingenuity does.
14 May 2024, 05:00 AM
Time to strengthen the fight against dengue
Bangladesh has succeeded in eradicating several diseases in the past. Why not dengue?
14 May 2024, 04:00 AM
Implications of recent central bank policy measures
Due to lack of coordinated and coherent measures, inflation continues to rise, notwithstanding the abolition of the interest rate cap since July 2023.
14 May 2024, 01:00 AM
The hospital can't deny responsibility
Accountability remains an illusion when it comes to patients’ death from hospital mismanagement and medical negligence.
13 May 2024, 11:26 AM
Five strategies for garment exporters to navigate geopolitical risks
Bangladeshi garment makers can mitigate risk in an uncertain world with foresight, resilience, and agility.
13 May 2024, 05:00 AM
'DSCC is the most corruption-free government organisation'
DSCC Mayor Barrister Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh talks about his achievements as well as failures, the challenges he faced, and his visions for the future.
13 May 2024, 01:00 AM