An alarming surge in brutal killings

The rising number of grisly murders across Bangladesh is indeed creating a growing sense of fear and insecurity among citizens.
22 May 2026, 11:00 AM

New pay scale comes with fiscal strain

The government must go for credible tax reforms, stronger revenue mobilisation.
21 May 2026, 19:00 PM

Do we need more medical colleges?

At a time when the country’s public medical colleges are struggling with severe shortages of qualified teachers and essential infrastructure, the government’s plan to establish several new medical colleges raises questions.
21 May 2026, 12:00 PM

Why dissolve the SC secretariat?

The government must clearly state its plan on the secretariat and judicial autonomy.
20 May 2026, 19:00 PM

War crimes allegations against Arakan Army demand urgent action

The latest HRW report suggests that Rohingyas continue to face persecution and insecurity even in areas no longer controlled by the junta.
20 May 2026, 12:00 PM

Rab’s rebranding is not the answer

Without structural reform, the force can’t shed its past notoriety
19 May 2026, 18:46 PM

Govt must recognise women farmers properly

It is deeply disappointing that women’s contribution to our agricultural workforce remains largely invisible in official records and government support systems.
19 May 2026, 11:00 AM

Draft laws on NHRC and enforced disappearances fall short

NHRC’s autonomy, fair probe into enforced disappearances put into question
18 May 2026, 18:22 PM

Hypertension demands a louder response

The statistics presented at a recent seminar marking World Hypertension Day 2026 must serve as a wake-up call for our policymakers.
18 May 2026, 11:00 AM

Why impose higher bills on consumers?

Power distribution companies must cut their costs first.
17 May 2026, 19:00 PM

Where can women find safety?

It is deeply concerning that Bangladesh’s women continue to remain among those worst affected by intimate partner violence.
17 May 2026, 10:00 AM

Govt must protect Sufi shrines

Attack on Hazrat Shah Ali shrine is symptomatic of religious intimidation.
16 May 2026, 18:05 PM

Attacks on law enforcers concerning

We are indeed alarmed to see the rise in the number of attacks on law enforcement officials around the country.
16 May 2026, 13:59 PM

Childhood must not be trapped in screens

Dhaka's children need playgrounds to reduce their screen time.
15 May 2026, 18:00 PM

Govt must heed Fitch's warning

When Fitch Ratings revised its outlook on Bangladesh to “negative,” it attributed the downgrade to the Middle East conflict, external financing pressures, and existing economic vulnerabilities.
15 May 2026, 01:00 AM

Padma Barrage must have clear rationale

Extensive feasibility studies must be conducted before launching megaprojects like the Padma Barrage.
14 May 2026, 18:30 PM

End extortion in Dhaka’s waste trade

It is very unfortunate that essential urban services such as household waste collection in the capital have long been captured by politically connected interests.
14 May 2026, 13:00 PM

Stop the rape of our children

Delayed justice is emboldening perpetrators as cases soar
13 May 2026, 17:20 PM

Stop objectifying women on Facebook

It is alarming that under the guise of journalism, fake news pages on Facebook are objectifying women for engagement and profit.
13 May 2026, 13:00 PM

Don’t hand back the keys to ex-owners of failed banks

Authorities must not enable a return to failed banking control.
12 May 2026, 18:47 PM