Why the army’s prolonged role in law enforcement is not a good idea

On Monday, Chief of Army Staff Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman said the army must continue working to maintain law and order until Bangladesh gets an elected government.
28 February 2025, 02:00 AM

Editors, don't become PROs of proprietors

We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.
27 February 2025, 18:30 PM

Reform quota system in academic admissions

The core issue with the quota system lies in allocating fixed percentages without considering the actual number of eligible candidates in a given year.
27 February 2025, 10:31 AM

Resolving the Rohingya crisis: Does Bangladesh need to shift gear?

Bangladesh should explore all possible options to revive the discussion on resolving the Rohingya crisis.
27 February 2025, 06:00 AM

CO2 mineralisation can help curb pollution in Bangladesh

Integrating CO2 mineralisation into its industrial zones could unlock both environmental and financial rewards for the country.
27 February 2025, 02:10 AM

Jaishankar’s remarks on Bangladesh: A deeper understanding is necessary

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently made some strong remarks about Bangladesh at the Delhi University Literature Festival.
27 February 2025, 02:00 AM

Between tradition and taboo: The arranged marriage trope in Bangla dark romance literature

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not endorse or condone any form of abuse or exploitation.
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Inside Ekushey Boi Mela: Books, readers and more

The Amar Ekushey Boi Mela unfolds like a familiar story -- one that returns every February, carrying with it the weight of history, the pulse of the present, and the dreams of a generation yet to come. It is a homecoming for readers, writers, and dreamers alike, a place where stories old and new find their way into eager hands
26 February 2025, 16:48 PM

Why children’s voices matter in unlocking their full potential

Parents in Bangladesh generally struggle to acknowledge even teacher-led play as an acceptable teaching tool.
26 February 2025, 15:00 PM

Innovation, cutting-edge research can unlock the Bay of Bengal’s potential

Ocean ecosystems provide the fundamental natural resources that underpin the ocean-based economy.
26 February 2025, 10:00 AM

Bangladesh Bank governor’s unfiltered remarks: A cause for concern?

“Mansur is a knowledgeable and well-intentioned governor, but given the sector’s sensitivity, he should exercise extreme caution in his public remarks”
26 February 2025, 08:55 AM

Street crime is a product of desperation, poverty, inequality

Criminal behaviour thrives when a nation fails to provide for the well-being of its citizens.
26 February 2025, 02:10 AM

How zila parishad can be an effective local government body

The Local Government Reform Commission’s recommendation to give zila parishads a stronger planning function makes sense.
26 February 2025, 02:00 AM

My mother’s golden boy

Col Anisuzzaman, 50, died bravely in the 2009 BDR mutiny, serving his country.
25 February 2025, 09:00 AM

Bangladesh must discard its archaic foreign policy

July-August uprising looks to shift Bangladesh's foreign policy towards sovereignty.
25 February 2025, 07:00 AM

Stop malicious attempts to increase gas, electricity prices

Long-term cost hikes hurt energy sector; BERC lost neutrality, harming consumers.
25 February 2025, 03:00 AM

Memories, trials and tribulations

Children of three slain army officers talk about their experience regarding BDR carnage
25 February 2025, 02:00 AM

Whitechapel, Bengal, and the great British identity crisis

Is this really about a tube station sign, or are we witnessing Britain’s ongoing existential crisis unfold in real-time?
24 February 2025, 11:01 AM

Real change or more of the same?

Denial and blame games won’t save us from the deepening law and order crisis.
24 February 2025, 09:10 AM

What is next after the KUET clash?

With Awami League’s ruthless and barbaric student wing now out of the picture, we had hoped for peace and stability in our educational institutions.
24 February 2025, 05:00 AM