In rural areas, gender-based violence traps women in a cycle of abuse, fear, and systemic neglect.

The recent killing in Chattogram highlights the need for stronger interfaith trust.

Bangladesh must introduce a “disability budget” to ensure inclusive progress.

Bangladesh is justified in demanding accountability.

The state and society have failed to create a positive financial, policy, or environmental situation for persons with disabilities.

Bangladesh must develop a new disaster management system.

The road to a truly inclusive and disability-friendly Bangladesh is undoubtedly long and complex, but there is much potential for success.

Bangladesh's economy faces instability, inflation, and political unrest hindering growth.

A potential shift in US-China trade relations is a rare chance for Bangladesh to take a giant leap forward in the global garment trade.

Recent violence in Bangladesh highlights systemic oppression against Indigenous women.

The CHT Accord remains unfulfilled 27 years later, leaving the Jumma people in turmoil.

CPD’s overarching objective is to contribute to good governance by promoting accountability and transparency and ensuring equitable development.

G20's historic move on taxing the super-rich could shift global economic power.

Marital rape remains unrecognized in Bangladesh, leaving little room for recourse.

Post-revolution challenges and the new generation’s role in shaping our future

For years, I’ve watched two young boys hang out at a family-owned tea stall near my home. Their conversations evolved from debates about football and bikes to heavier topics like shoshon (exploitation) versus shashon (rule) during the curfew of July, questioning which path Hasina was following.

The Bangladesh stock (equity) market has experienced significant fluctuations since the 2010 market crash, reflecting a challenging macroeconomic and political environment.

The reality for the cats and dogs, roaming Dhaka’s streets remains bleak as our society fails to show much empathy.

According to a recent study, over 47 percent of child labourers in Bangladesh were not attending school.

Gender equality is not only important at an individual level, but also critical for any country's social and economic development.