There is no denying that for a long time, the police have been used as a tool of repression in the subcontinent

In light of the recent development in the RMG sector, where factories have started to open, Taslima Akhter, president of Bangladesh Garment Sramik Samhati (BGWS), talks about the workers’ protest and their demands and plights in an interview with Aliza Rahman of The Daily Star.

Any viable Third Way political idea must resonate with ordinary citizens and galvanise public support in the next democratic election.

Environment is one of three pillars of sustainable development, while society and economy are the other two.

Countries that prioritise Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have each chosen distinct positions for themselves.

Given that fundamental rights are the default and restrictions are exceptions, internet shutdowns are, by nature, unlawful.

It is crucial for the interim government to focus on setting a strong foundation for future changes.

Bangladesh's RTI law is the best law to utilise in making a new Bangladesh where people's power reigns supreme in the true sense of the term.

Historically, revenue efforts in Bangladesh have been seriously inadequate, which has constrained public expenditure.

Yunus and the IG must be cautious not to fall into the political traps that can derail even the most well-intentioned leaders

Kejriwal’s reasoning for his resignation has raised at least two questions.

Prof Yunus is now in a position to elevate the country’s voice in the climate crisis that affects Bangladesh most acutely.

The right to choose one's clothing without fear of harassment or assault is a fundamental aspect of personal freedom.

Anyone familiar with the previous “elections” held between 2014 and 2024 will know that it is virtually impossible these spending caps were adhered to, despite parties’ claims of compliance on paper.

How did the elite and the politicians manage to evade the rule of law and siphon billions out of the country?

After the stunning fall of an autocratic regime camouflaged in democratic garb, we now have a precious opportunity to reclaim our rights as a people.

Former army chief Moin’s excuse of following the chain of command betrays his puerility at its worst.

Given the lax nature of Bangladesh’s legal enforcement measures, traffickers can easily coerce victims into signing forged documents

The banking scams and digital financial crimes plaguing our country are not just economic issues; they're a threat to our aspirations for a reformed Bangladesh.

An institutionalised mass wedding will replace one form of social regulation with another.