Opinion / Can we afford such a steep public-sector pay hike?
26 January 2026, 23:57 PM
MACRO MIRROR
Tribute / Remembering Mark Tully, the trusted chronicler of 1971
28 January 2026, 00:04 AM
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Opinion / Backlash at the ballot: Why women are being shut out of politics
28 January 2026, 00:14 AM
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Saddam’s parole fiasco: A five-minute farewell is not mercy
27 January 2026, 00:06 AM
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The Board of Peace is just the latest fig leaf for Israeli impunity
28 January 2026, 00:10 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
Can we rise back up from the abyss of corruption?
The recommendations of the Anti-Corruption Reform Commission must be implemented with a specific focus on the ACC’s true independence and accountability.
12 February 2025, 02:00 AM
Why nuclear energy makes sense for Bangladesh
Coal is responsible for approximately 24.6 deaths per TWh (terawatt hour) due to air pollution and occupational hazards.
11 February 2025, 19:00 PM
Is calling on the dead the only way to solve the case?
I can still recall the fateful morning of February 11. One of my fellow journalists called and asked me to switch the TV on.
11 February 2025, 12:16 PM
Circular agricultural platform can benefit farmers and consumers
A circular agricultural innovation platform would connect farmers and consumers without having too many value chain actors competing with each other.
11 February 2025, 08:00 AM
Women in STEM can revolutionise the industry
Female representation in STEM is important for innovation and equality.
11 February 2025, 06:00 AM
In defence of secularism in Bangladesh
Reform proposes "pluralism" over "secularism," but without a framework, it's unworkable.
11 February 2025, 03:00 AM
Bangladesh must seize AI opportunities amidst global rivalry
The rivalry between America and China regarding artificial intelligence (AI) is growing
10 February 2025, 10:00 AM
Reflections on the Israel-Hamas war in the wake of fragile ceasefire
The Israel-Hamas war exposes the complex intersection of power, ideology, and human suffering, with the ceasefire offering only a fleeting respite.
10 February 2025, 08:00 AM
Tea garden workers warrant the same support as other industry labourers
Their struggles are a clarion call for a nation striving to achieve middle-income status while ensuring that nobody is left behind.
10 February 2025, 06:00 AM
Is there an economic roadmap of the interim government?
The efficacy of various policy measures undertaken by the government has been questioned.
10 February 2025, 05:00 AM
Chaos is a ladder
Chaos in Bangladesh mirrors Littlefinger's view: disorder is a ladder to power.
10 February 2025, 03:00 AM
Not at the cost of Muktijuddho, no way
Neither Jamaat, nor its student wing has ever come clean regarding its role in 1971.
10 February 2025, 02:00 AM
The case for expanding bank deposit insurance in Bangladesh
As Bangladesh continues to develop, it is imperative to update existing financial safeguards to align with the economy’s growth trajectory.
9 February 2025, 09:30 AM
The poultry industry became the scapegoat of inflation
Ministers and members of parliament of the previous government relentlessly blamed “syndicates” for increasing the prices of chicken, eggs and other foods.
9 February 2025, 09:28 AM
Why consolidation is crucial for Bangladesh’s banking future
The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio in India stands at around 3 percent, while in Bangladesh, it has skyrocketed to a staggering 13 percent.
9 February 2025, 07:00 AM
Caviar dreams, rice-and-lentil reality
One can laugh at the high cost of living in Dhaka, a polluted metropolis.
9 February 2025, 02:10 AM
Impact of USAID programme freeze on Bangladesh
The abrupt decision by the Trump administration to freeze almost all USAID operations globally has surprised millions of vulnerable people around the world.
9 February 2025, 02:00 AM
How we should build Brand Bangladesh
Another key aspect of Brand Bangladesh lies in its ability to hold a moderate Muslim identity without excluding other groups.
8 February 2025, 08:11 AM
Building resilience: Asia’s sustainable development imperative
Asia poverty: 1.5B lifted, but millions remain vulnerable. Sustainable solutions are key.
8 February 2025, 05:00 AM
Six months of interim govt: Bangladesh stands at a critical crossroads
The coming months will be crucial for the interim government.
8 February 2025, 02:00 AM