Breathing in the apocalypse

A smog-choked city feigns denial as it claims the title of worst air quality.
6 February 2025, 07:00 AM

Renewed US-China trade war is about tech supremacy too

China's determination to become a major player in this field is evident.
6 February 2025, 04:53 AM

'Israel killed 75 of my relatives in a single strike'

Ibrahim Saleem Kishko, a Palestinian student at Dhaka Medical College, offers a window into the reality of life in Gaza.
6 February 2025, 03:00 AM

Is the pendulum swinging too fast between left, centre and right?

With the fall of the autocratic Awami League regime, our differences have once again surfaced.
6 February 2025, 02:00 AM

DUCSU election will usher in student unity

The last DUCSU election took place in 2019, shrouded by accusations of vote-rigging, anomalies, and dominance by BCL.
5 February 2025, 07:00 AM

A golden opportunity for Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has always been a viable destination for Chinese firms as it offers some significant benefits that Chinese companies enjoy at home.
5 February 2025, 03:00 AM

Awami League protests: A comeback or a cry for relevance?

Awami League’s protests reflect a party grappling with its own political survival rather than a genuine struggle for democracy.
5 February 2025, 02:00 AM

World Cancer Day: Importance of holistic approach for patient care

World Cancer Day: "United in Unique." See the person, not just the patient--a call for unity.
4 February 2025, 09:10 AM

Can pluralism replace secularism in Bangladesh?

Replacing secularism with pluralism poses significant risks if not accompanied by clear and enforceable measures.
4 February 2025, 06:30 AM

To solve the Rohingya crisis, we must address the root causes

The Rohingya crisis continues to mystify everyone with its uncertainties.
4 February 2025, 06:09 AM

We need a national cancer registry

Establishing a national cancer registry is crucial for advancing cancer control in Bangladesh.
4 February 2025, 03:00 AM

Trump’s tariff shockwaves and implications for Bangladesh

The imposition of tariffs by US President Donald Trump is a departure from traditional free trade principles promoted by the World Trade Organization.
4 February 2025, 02:00 AM

The end of progress?

With the return of Donald Trump and his MAGA movement, perhaps we should call the current era “end of progress.”
3 February 2025, 09:00 AM

A repeal that retains impunity

Why is the interim government taking this seemingly anti-public stance?
3 February 2025, 07:00 AM

Civil service 2.0: A prototype for reform

Although a lot can be said about the civil service obsession of the people in general, it is one of the guaranteed pathways towards upward mobility in Bangladesh.
3 February 2025, 05:00 AM

Trump’s re-withdrawal from Paris Agreement

On the very first day of assuming office on January 21, 2025, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to immediately withdraw the US from the Paris Agreement.
3 February 2025, 03:00 AM

Our development model is poisoning Dhaka

True reform should involve policies that protect Dhaka’s residents and their right to a liveable city.
3 February 2025, 02:00 AM

The dangerous consequences of USAID fund freeze

This sudden shift raises critical questions about what would happen if the US were to halt funding entirely.
2 February 2025, 11:14 AM

Will AI push us towards isolation and lost creativity?

By the way, this writing is solely mine. I didn’t seek any assistance from AI. Do you write in your own words?
2 February 2025, 09:30 AM

Can ‘engineering diplomacy’ solve Bangladesh-India water issue?

The 2024 floods underscore the shared stakes for both nations.
2 February 2025, 08:00 AM