IMF’s conditions on governance and corruption - rhetoric or reality?

The key to the ACC’s effectiveness in delivering its mandate is independence, especially when setting the example that, in handling allegations of corruption, it is guided by equality before law, and not by the status or identity of the individual depending on their political, governmental, or other connections.
18 February 2023, 16:00 PM

Driving sustainable and inclusive growth for everyone

Turning potential into reality calls for decisive policy action to foster an enabling environment and to take the necessary steps forward, underpinned by greater commitment, collaboration, and regional cooperation.
18 February 2023, 14:00 PM

Can the US Eagle Fly to Bangladesh?

In the landscape of world power rivalries, Bangladesh has somehow found itself in a dangerous and opportune position.
18 February 2023, 02:00 AM

Poritosh Sarkar’s Orwellian Experience

The most egregious breach of law in Poritosh’s case was when he was placed in solitary confinement.
17 February 2023, 17:00 PM

The appearance and disappearance of Tagore

Censorship at a public university curtails our right to be exposed to and enriched by art.
17 February 2023, 15:30 PM

Future of the university, university of the future

Higher education is undergoing significant transformation in the 21st century
17 February 2023, 13:30 PM

Our half-life of choking on polluted air

What plans do we have to address the growing public health risks posed by air pollution?
17 February 2023, 02:00 AM

Well done, BCL sisters!

When it comes to the BCL, ordinary laws do not apply as they are not "ordinary" people.
16 February 2023, 16:30 PM

Educate lawyers to uphold the court’s dignity

Lawyers remain largely unaccountable, especially when it comes to violations of ethical standards, including the basic duty to follow a court’s instruction.
16 February 2023, 13:30 PM

Redefining legal research with ChatGPT

Legal professionals can quickly and accurately retrieve information using ChatGPT, which streamlines the process and saves them time and effort.
16 February 2023, 08:30 AM

Clean energy will reduce our fiscal burden

The new gas price for power generation, effective from February 1, costs the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) an additional Tk 9 per cubic metre (CM).
16 February 2023, 02:00 AM

Presidential election, AL strategy and the next polls

The nomination of a president is not to be taken lightly.
15 February 2023, 17:00 PM

What 50 years of World Bank partnership meant for us

How much good did the World Bank do in our country?
15 February 2023, 15:00 PM

Caught in the politics of aid, Syria is suffering

Death toll in Syria currently stands over 5,800 (as of 3:30 pm Bangladesh time, February 15). With every passing hour, chances of finding survivors are becoming slimmer.
15 February 2023, 13:00 PM

Why the raid at BBC offices in India should worry us all

The Income Tax (IT) department’s sudden raid at the BBC premises in India has drawn widespread condemnation.
15 February 2023, 11:01 AM

Right to information at home and abroad

The first case was brought to our attention by RTI activists promoting the law at the grassroots level in Bangladesh.
15 February 2023, 02:00 AM

The long road since 48 hours

After the investigating officer being changed six times, the case has, in all probability, stalled.
14 February 2023, 17:59 PM

The ‘mega serial’ of bank scams

By investing only Tk 400 crore to establish a bank, the bank owners are able to control the deposits of thousands of crores of taka, decide where to invest it, and who to lend it to.
14 February 2023, 16:00 PM

Taxing air travel could fund climate victims

Public financing from developed countries will never be sufficient.
14 February 2023, 01:00 AM

Why we think romantic love is unimportant

It is unfortunate that most people experiencing one failed romantic relationship tend to give up on love altogether. In the process, we also normalise giving less to our current partner.
13 February 2023, 18:00 PM