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
Let’s begin a discourse of resistance against forest fires
Bangladesh’s forests and genetic resources are continuously subjected to distress and threats.
21 March 2025, 02:00 AM
Why Tulsi Gabbard’s statements on Bangladesh matter
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s recent remarks on Bangladesh are not only irresponsible but also unfair and baseless.
20 March 2025, 09:15 AM
What should be discussed at the international Rohingya conference
Bangladesh should seek global support to solve Rohingya crisis at the upcoming conference.
20 March 2025, 07:00 AM
Reconstructing society: Lessons from a cybercrime case
Girl targeted with AI deepfake porn & extortion. Community unites for justice.
20 March 2025, 04:00 AM
Happiness? In this economy?
International Day of Happiness in Bangladesh: A cruel joke? Few find joy amidst daily struggles.
20 March 2025, 02:44 AM
We must create an equitable tax system
In Bangladesh, nearly 70 percent of total tax revenue comes from indirect taxes.
20 March 2025, 02:00 AM
Reimagining primary healthcare through the GP system
Despite progress in Bangladesh’s health sector, primary healthcare (PHC) remains inadequate, particularly in rural areas where access to qualified doctors is limited.
19 March 2025, 10:30 AM
Rethinking char development in Bangladesh
We must keep the focus on the plight of char people alive and draw attention of the current interim government to address the problem with new approaches, policies, and institutions.
19 March 2025, 02:00 AM
It’s time Bangladesh built its own global apparel brand
Why can’t Bangladesh have its own global apparel brand?
18 March 2025, 19:00 PM
A pioneer of modern journalism in South Asia
Ahmad's journalism is overshadowed. He modernised Bangla press via papers like Ittehad after WWI.
18 March 2025, 11:30 AM
One month into USAID funding freeze: How the NGO world is coping
The suspension has disproportionately affected women and children, who are already the most vulnerable in crisis situations.
18 March 2025, 10:00 AM
We must be economical in our energy use
We are facing rising power demand amid summer, Ramadan, and energy efficiency challenges.
18 March 2025, 07:00 AM
How parties can reach a consensus on reforms and elections
Prolonged uncertainty or a rigid "reform first, elections later" or “my way or the highway” stance will only deepen the crisis.
18 March 2025, 05:00 AM
Are we looking at a second republic or a fourth?
The fundamental goal must be to preserve historical integrity rather than rewrite history for political convenience.
18 March 2025, 03:00 AM
Abul Mansur’s lament was the unfulfilled promise of democracy
Following autocracy's fall, debates on the constitution, elections, & democracy intensify, echoing Abul Mansur Ahmad's insights.
18 March 2025, 02:31 AM
Our schools must do more to stop bullying
Despite being quite the nerd, I found no solace in education.
17 March 2025, 10:30 AM
Financial literacy: A key defence against fraud
The financial sector is increasingly targeted by various types of fraud, including phishing, identity theft, credit card fraud, and Ponzi schemes.
17 March 2025, 09:30 AM
The future of international crimes prosecution in Bangladesh
The prosecution of international crimes, whether at the international or domestic level, is a serious matter.
17 March 2025, 07:00 AM
Pain, bleeding and helplessness: Living with fibroids and cysts
Women's health research is inequitable despite physiological differences. This is a social injustice.
17 March 2025, 04:00 AM
Awami League's downfall and the politics of cognitive dissonance
Acknowledging mistakes is not a sign of weakness; it is a prerequisite for political rehabilitation.
17 March 2025, 03:00 AM