From public recording to public humiliation: Where do we draw the line?
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Biman needs more than new aircraft to compete globally
9 HOUR(s)
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Paperless by December? Chattogram port must get the transition right
4 October 2026
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Feminism isn’t what we consume, it’s what we practise and fight for
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Development cannot come at the cost of human lives
4 October 2026
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How long can farmers keep producing as costs keep rising?
4 October 2026
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Rare wildlife found in Inani puts our conservation efforts to the test
4 October 2026
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What teachers need beyond recognition
3 October 2026
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We are not taking care of our young generation
One significant factor behind young people’s feeling of disillusionment is the pervasive corruption committed by businessmen, politicians, government officials, and influential figures, among others
21 May 2024
How are electrolyte drinks regulated in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh Food Safety Authority (BFSA) has recently sued the owners of seven companies for selling five popular brands of electrolyte drink without necessary approvals.
21 May 2024
All that is wrong with the proposed bank mergers
Mergers cannot be based on the arbitrary decisions of authorities. This amounts to an imposition of the liability of poor banks on well performing banks.
21 May 2024
Humanitarian funding: A crisis within a crisis
The people affected by crises and destitution must be at the centre of our collective decision-making on humanitarian actions.
21 May 2024
How we teach matters
For a lesson to be effective, capturing and holding the interest of the audience is key
20 May 2024
Don’t turn metro rail into a status symbol
Imposing VAT on metro fares and taking the service further away from the poor, it risks becoming more like a status vehicle—which rich commuters already have plenty of.
20 May 2024
What’s holding us back from celebrating our cultural diversity?
To appreciate and honour our cultural diversity, we must oppose extremist forces and implement inclusive policies.
20 May 2024
How fashion is future-proofing by investing in technology
Are fashion brands becoming more than retailers of clothing?
20 May 2024
Exploring a new political paradigm
Overhauling the entire system and political culture is needed as remedy for rampant corruption and poor governance.
20 May 2024
We should be worried about the present fertility trends
The population size will likely stabilise at around 240-250 million, if fertility can be brought down soon to below replacement level.
20 May 2024
Banning rickshaws may not be the big traffic solution
Dhaka’s traffic is a complicated problem that needs multifaceted efforts to combat it.
19 May 2024
Manik Bandopadhyay's timeless works: A mirror to our frailties
On Manik Bandopadhyay’s 116th birth anniversary, his unsparing literary vision jolt us out of complacency with today's injustices.
19 May 2024
ASEAN needs a longer-term approach to the Myanmar crisis
ASEAN must continue to create the space to learn from the various Myanmar stakeholders and seek the support of the major frontline states, namely China and India, in its efforts.
19 May 2024
Why the consumer protection law needs to change
Artificial inflation of prices is a crucial element contributing to the infringement of consumer rights in Bangladesh.
19 May 2024
Message from Donald Lu’s visit: Reset, rebuild, and strengthen
Although Donald Lu had visited Bangladesh more than once before the general election, this was his first visit after the polls.
18 May 2024
Looking back at Klopp’s amazing Liverpool journey
In the last few seasons Klopp’s antics have given us some of the most memorable moments in football.
18 May 2024
Protests of despair
Today’s anti-war protests are but a desperate plea simply to stop the killing of Palestinians in Gaza.
18 May 2024
The aurora enigma: Science and myths
The interplay between myths and scientific explanations of auroras illustrates human being’s capacity to find meaning in the natural world.
18 May 2024
The making of Coke Studio Bangla’s complex subjects
I would argue it is inadequate to develop an oversimplified criticism of Coke Studio Bangla.
18 May 2024
Who owns the public spaces of Dhaka?
Ideally, a geographical area is supposed to have 25 percent tree coverage to protect its environment, but Dhaka has less than 7 percent.
18 May 2024