How many warnings does Dhaka need?

Dhaka’s unplanned growth has made it dangerously vulnerable to earthquakes, with 55 to 60 percent of the city falling within zones of liquefaction.
5 July 2026

Fill the empty teachers' posts urgently

Many government schools reportedly struggle with a teacher-student ratio of 1:37, with some institutions struggling with a greater disparity.
5 July 2026

Government must not shrug off custodial deaths

The reality of 24-year-old law student Istiak Ahmed Pranto’s death in police custody demands much more than a police probe
4 July 2026

Khulna’s annual ordeal must end

Despite having spent hundreds of crores on a flood mitigation project, one must wonder why the city of Khulna continues to suffer from waterlogging every monsoon.
4 July 2026

Why is there a wide gap in measles vaccination?

The government must ensure 95 percent coverage to stop disease transmission.
3 July 2026

To effect change, why do we wait for tragedy?

It is utterly disappointing that, despite multiple devastating chemical warehouse fires occurring in Dhaka’s residential areas over the years, government initiatives to relocate hazardous businesses have seen little meaningful progress.
3 July 2026

Beware the double whammy of dengue, measles

The government must urgently eliminate Aedes breeding, add treatment facilities nationwide.
2 July 2026

Procurement abuse must stop

Rooppur audit should trigger accountability and reform
2 July 2026

Acknowledge the rape epidemic

Home minister's remarks don’t fully reflect reality
1 July 2026

Follow the building code strictly

Govt must enforce BNBC strictly, update DAP
1 July 2026

Power distribution must be equitable

Rural areas should not have to bear such a severe electricity supply crunch
30 June 2026

Academic buildings need timely repair

We are concerned by the dilapidated condition of the academic buildings and residential halls in Noakhali Government Women’s College, which serves more than 7,000 young women and girls.
30 June 2026

Drug addiction is a public health crisis

Govt must insulate anti-narcotics enforcement from political interference.
29 June 2026

Heed the dengue warning

The DGHS survey in Chattogram must inspire urgent nationwide action
29 June 2026

Custodial torture calls for independent probe

Empower NHRC to probe alleged violations by disciplined forces.
28 June 2026

A river we celebrate, but fail to protect

Microplastics in Halda’s fish reveal institutional neglect
28 June 2026

PM’s first foreign trips gave the right signals

The priorities are economic growth and development
27 June 2026

Digital protection of data must improve

Election Commission’s broad dissemination of voter details was callous
26 June 2026

Don't let Shastho Batayan wither away

Govt must clear dues and give realistic extension to operator to ensure continuity of care
25 June 2026

Don't neglect student hygiene in schools

Female students deserve separate WASH blocks for safe sanitation
25 June 2026