What the FY2026-27 budget reveals about Bangladesh’s climate priorities
19 June 2026, 11:00 AM
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In planting 25 crore trees, we must not lose sight of the bigger picture
19 June 2026, 10:00 AM
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Turning the budget’s ambitions into reality will be a major test
19 June 2026, 09:00 AM
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Five ideas to turn PM’s Malaysia visit into a strategic reset in ties
19 June 2026, 12:00 PM
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Benazir’s arrest is only the start of Bangladesh's accountability test
18 June 2026, 10:00 AM
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The budget has revived focus on blue economy, but there's a lot of catching up to do
18 June 2026, 00:00 AM
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Budget 2026-27 exposes gaps in renewable energy rollout
18 June 2026, 12:00 PM
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Why the Oxford Union’s Bangladesh ‘debate’ sparked controversy
17 June 2026, 17:00 PM
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A welcome pivot to logistics reform in the budget, but time for a commission
17 June 2026, 11:00 AM
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Access to information: A right essential for transparency and accountability
The RTI Act is a crucial tool for promoting transparency and accountability in Bangladesh.
28 September 2024, 10:00 AM
Civil war in Sudan: Global capitalism and perpetual war
The situation in Sudan exposes a global economic logic that has remained obfuscated in other cases.
28 September 2024, 08:00 AM
We need an environmental research and training institute
Paradoxically, Bangladesh is also regarded by many as a test case of sustainable development.
28 September 2024, 05:55 AM
Bank failures and reforms: The case for an independent deposit insurance system
An independent deposit insurance mechanism is crucial for ensuring a stable financial system through close monitoring of the banks' liquidity positions.
28 September 2024, 02:00 AM
Shakib's final over: A hero’s farewell or a quiet exit?
Shakib has been at the heart of our national pride. He also has been someone who has hurt our feelings.
28 September 2024, 01:30 AM
Rethinking nationalism in the wake of Bangladesh’s uprising
If the country is to rebuild itself, it must establish a national identity that unites its citizens and secures the future of the state.
27 September 2024, 08:00 AM
Empowering women beyond protests
To ensure that contributions from individuals like Nusrat, Prapti, and Dipty are not isolated, we must take concrete steps to empower the next generation of women
27 September 2024, 05:00 AM
The many faces of inequality in Bangladesh
Issues of fundamental human rights violations, the destruction of social justice, and unjust biases remain central to inequalities and discrimination.
27 September 2024, 04:00 AM
Peace-sensitive tourism can transform Bangladesh
By embracing peace-sensitive tourism, Bangladesh can develop its tourism sector as a force for good, fostering peace and equity for all
27 September 2024, 02:00 AM
The roadmap for energy sector must be changed
Govt must move away from import-loan-foreign company-dependent projects and adopt a cheaper, environment-friendly, and sustainable roadmap
27 September 2024, 02:00 AM
Confronting stagnation in Bangladesh's contraceptive uptake
Several factors influence the stagnation in contraceptive use and the unmet need for contraception in Bangladesh.
26 September 2024, 09:11 AM
Rethinking Bangladesh’s hi-tech parks
Infrastructure delays, skill shortages, and regulatory inefficiencies have hindered the success of the Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority.
26 September 2024, 05:00 AM
A story of expansion, crisis and missed opportunities
Every time a Western consumer walks into the store and checks the manufacturing source, they don’t question the quality, but the ethical integrity of the product.
26 September 2024, 04:00 AM
BNP faces the weight of history and expectations
For all its pro-reform posturing, BNP has yet to signal a real willingness to lead political reforms, including within itself.
26 September 2024, 02:00 AM
The urgent need to counter mob justice
Nearly two dozen people have reportedly been lynched by mobs in the last month and a half, according to media sources.
25 September 2024, 13:00 PM
We need to globalise 'Brand Bangladesh'
To create our brand appeal to buyers and consumers alike, we need a long-term, multi-pronged approach.
25 September 2024, 09:45 AM
What would raising the age limit for govt jobs mean?
While some may rejoice at the extended age, others argue it could worsen the job market.
25 September 2024, 06:00 AM
Dr Yunus: From pariah to leader
Dr Yunus's recent appointment as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government has led to an outpouring of support and renewed hope for a nation suffering years of tyranny.
24 September 2024, 12:00 PM
Hilsa diplomacy needs economic and ecological balance
The recent decision by the Bangladeshi government to resume hilsa exports to India ahead of Durga Puja has reignited a conversation that transcends mere trade.
24 September 2024, 09:00 AM
Who is 'Indigenous?'
The recent debate on “Indigenousness” has thrown up many questions on the appropriateness of the “Indigenous” identity of the peoples of Bangladesh
24 September 2024, 07:00 AM