Aid alone is not enough for the Rohingya

The ongoing conflict between the Arakan Army and Myanmar's military junta also creates a security vacuum that leaves the Rohingya trapped between hostile forces.
26 September 2025, 05:00 AM

Women in the hills need greater safety

Arrest and punish the perpetrators of the Khagrachhari gang rape
25 September 2025, 14:00 PM

Tongi deaths call for stronger safeguards for firefighters

The incident again exposes negligence in protecting those risking their lives to save others
25 September 2025, 05:00 AM

Attacks on NCP leaders disgraceful

The CA office has expressed regret over the attack, stating it was politically motivated and alleging that Mirza Fakhrul was also assaulted.
24 September 2025, 14:00 PM

Rising dengue threat must be addressed

Although the number of dengue infections this year has exceeded last year’s total, the overall mortality rate remains relatively lower.
23 September 2025, 13:45 PM

Why are vital labour markets still closed for Bangladesh?

Government must address the migration crisis as a priority
23 September 2025, 05:00 AM

Palestine recognition must be backed by action

Even as the recognition was announced, Israel continued its bombardment and daily raids across the occupied West Bank, advancing annexation plans that undermine the very notion of a viable Palestinian state.
22 September 2025, 14:00 PM

Ensure security during Durga Puja

Govt must give special attention to 29 districts flagged vulnerable
22 September 2025, 07:00 AM

Police must be de-politicised and pro-people

Given the proper mandate and resources, an independent commission would help free the police from political manipulation.
21 September 2025, 14:20 PM

Shun development projects that endanger forests and wildlife

RHD plan to expand Ctg-Cox’s Bazar highway through Chunati sanctuary raises alarm
20 September 2025, 15:00 PM

Banks must retain female talent

Decline in women’s participation in the banking sector is concerning
20 September 2025, 06:00 AM

When will we see effective govt action?

Four shrine attacks put government’s action into question.
19 September 2025, 14:00 PM

Fix manpower shortages at upazila health complexes

Upazila service expansion will be futile without the required manpower
19 September 2025, 04:38 AM

Save children from sexual exploitation

Holistic actions needed to prevent child trafficking, sex trade
18 September 2025, 14:30 PM

Woeful state of a national highway

Weak construction, poor planning have turned it into a nightmare
18 September 2025, 06:00 AM

Time to re-green our country

World Bank study reveals worrying picture of health and economic impact of rising temperatures in Bangladesh.
17 September 2025, 13:45 PM

Make the most out of industrial parks

Industrial parks in Bangladesh often remain underutilised.
17 September 2025, 05:00 AM

Stop the chaos over constituency re-drawing

Electoral boundary disputes must be resolved peacefully
16 September 2025, 14:00 PM

Why are women falling behind?

Survey raises concerns about women’s labour force participation.
16 September 2025, 06:00 AM

How did so many fake names enter the July martyrs’ list?

Govt should suspend all benefits for disputed names until proper re-vetting
15 September 2025, 15:30 PM