Opinion / Can we afford such a steep public-sector pay hike?
26 January 2026, 23:57 PM
MACRO MIRROR
Saddam’s parole fiasco: A five-minute farewell is not mercy
27 January 2026, 00:06 AM
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Why internet access should be recognised as a fundamental right
27 January 2026, 00:01 AM
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Bangladesh’s renewable ambitions aren't actually unrealistic
27 January 2026, 00:10 AM
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What happens when reform is managed, not delivered
26 January 2026, 00:38 AM
A Closer Look
How to fix digital public service delivery in Bangladesh
26 January 2026, 00:45 AM
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Political satire / Men to the rescue: A modest proposal for women’s political relief
26 January 2026, 00:50 AM
THE SOUND AND THE FURY
International day of clean energy / How energy insecurity and climate vulnerability converge in Bangladesh
26 January 2026, 01:01 AM
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Greenland and the return of empire politics
25 January 2026, 02:45 AM
Why the interim government’s ‘Yes’ vote advocacy is legitimate
25 January 2026, 02:41 AM
Decentralising Bangladesh is the way to efficient governance, equitable development
Currently, the country’s administrative and judicial structures remain heavily centralised, creating bottlenecks in service delivery.
1 April 2025, 10:00 AM
Can our month-long book fair survive the test of time?
The book fair was not just an event for us, it was a reflection of our love for Bangla language and literature.
31 March 2025, 08:00 AM
A practical approach to handling negligence cases
Accountability in negligence cases can be ensured by implementing a system that mandates businesses and service providers to carry liability insurance and allows lawyers to receive a percentage of awarded damages.
30 March 2025, 10:00 AM
Sanjida Khatun: Different and defiant
Sanjida Khatun was a cultural icon and scholar of Tagore's legacy.
30 March 2025, 07:00 AM
Should Bangladesh be divided into four provinces?
What Bangladesh truly requires is an effective and manageable administrative framework rather than an expansion of the flawed system we currently endure.
30 March 2025, 05:00 AM
Do I really need that new piece of clothing?
The true cost of clothing is paid by our polluted rivers and environment.
30 March 2025, 03:00 AM
Dhaka’s earthquake gamble: Built on sand, bribery, and blind faith
Dhaka is a city of miracles, a place where logic takes a backseat, and hope is the currency of survival.
30 March 2025, 02:00 AM
Sanjida Khatun: ‘Dekho jawar pother pashe, Chhute hawa pagol para’
She has left behind a life filled with relentless dedication and remarkable achievements.
29 March 2025, 10:03 AM
Will Trump 2.0 end the liberal international order?
Trump's second presidency is challenging the future of the liberal international order.
29 March 2025, 07:00 AM
Our coastal communities need a climate justice plan
Bangladesh faces climate crisis: rising seas threaten 20M by 2050. Least responsible, most affected.
29 March 2025, 06:00 AM
BIMSTEC must adapt to global shifts and future challenges
One major challenge is the escalation of uncertainty, a notable trend in the global trade regime.
29 March 2025, 04:00 AM
How China’s green energy strategy can inspire Bangladesh
Shifting towards green energy would significantly improve our air quality.
28 March 2025, 06:00 AM
A barber’s lament: The harsh reality of Bangladesh’s common people
The needs of ordinary people have been ignored throughout all regimes.
28 March 2025, 05:00 AM
Who will the citizens vote for in the next election?
Survey says BNP leads with 41.7%, but data is from a fraction of total sample.
28 March 2025, 02:50 AM
Remembering Prof Kazi Shahidullah
Friendship with Shahid bloomed over shared interests, studies, & sports at Dhaka University.
27 March 2025, 07:00 AM
Can the govt restore Madhupur Sal Forest?
The underlying factors of deforestation must come under objective scrutiny.
27 March 2025, 04:00 AM
Why must workers always take to the streets for unpaid wages?
Many changes and reforms are being discussed nowadays, but the reality of the workers has not changed at all.
27 March 2025, 02:10 AM
Yunus’s China visit can open many doors
Although China is Bangladesh’s largest trading partner, Bangladeshi exports to China remain low.
26 March 2025, 11:28 AM
Could Starlink solve the connectivity challenges in Bangladesh?
A business model is required to reduce the cost of initial setup and monthly subscription fee of Starlink services.
26 March 2025, 07:00 AM
Would I be the kind of person to forget history?
Forgetting history and dismissing sacrifices seemed ingrained in Bangalee's nature.
26 March 2025, 06:00 AM