Bangladesh’s T20 snub: ICC failed a key test of sporting governance
29 January 2026, 01:04 AM
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Opinion / Trump’s Board of Peace is no UN, but an aberration
29 January 2026, 01:10 AM
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Opinion / The UAP incident shows systemic erosion of academic integrity
29 January 2026, 01:14 AM
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ADP downsize: Why health and education are taking the hardest hits
29 January 2026, 01:16 AM
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Opinion / Can we afford such a steep public-sector pay hike?
26 January 2026, 23:57 PM
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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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Price hike by business syndicate: Myth or reality?
Price hikes in Bangladesh are often blamed on syndicates, but the real cause is more complex.
2 November 2024, 14:19 PM
Road to Mugda Medical College in deplorable condition
To maintain the quality of healthcare being provided at Mugda Medical College and Hospital, quick steps should be taken to repair the road to a usable condition.
2 November 2024, 09:00 AM
COP29 and the stakes for Bangladesh
The distribution of benefits is unequal between buyers and sellers.
2 November 2024, 07:00 AM
Winning the second SAFF Women's Championship: Footsteps to the future
This victory comes at a critical time as Bangladesh undergoes a political and systemic reform.
1 November 2024, 12:30 PM
Addressing mental health challenges in the modern workplace
It’s time for businesses to act decisively, transforming mental health from an afterthought into a core aspect of workplace culture.
1 November 2024, 06:51 AM
Will BJP’s infiltration pitch in Bengal and Assam pay off?
Infiltration from India’s border with Bangladesh has become a key component of Bharatiya Janata Party’s strategy for state assembly elections.
1 November 2024, 05:00 AM
The government must focus on urgent issues
To prevent a return to authoritarianism or fascism, strengthening democratic processes is crucial.
1 November 2024, 02:00 AM
Before I answer, what exactly is the 'Palestine question'?
In this Land of the Free and Home of the Brave, money is Supreme Court-sanctioned free speech, but criticism of Israel isn’t.
31 October 2024, 09:56 AM
The breast cancer fight needs affordable and accessible care
The month of October offers the opportunity to commemorate the fight against breast cancer.
31 October 2024, 07:00 AM
Bangladesh and the UN’s 50 years of partnership
Engaging young people and giving voice to their aspirations has long been a priority for the UN.
31 October 2024, 06:00 AM
World Cities Day 2024: Cities should be for people, not cars
It is time to greatly restrict the use of private motorised vehicles and make our cities more liveable.
31 October 2024, 02:00 AM
An effective credit rating system could be a real game-changer
A credit bureau can enhance transparency by tracking borrower data in real time, reducing the potential for misreporting.
31 October 2024, 02:00 AM
The challenges the film certification board faces
Hopeful outcomes from the new establishment will take months or years of work, research and the final formation of the act and its accompanying set of rules.
31 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Vini, Vidi, Rodri: The Ballon d’Or conundrum
Frankly, Rodri’s name was not a common pick among fans this year.
30 October 2024, 08:30 AM
We need to protect depositors from bank boardroom misuse
Having a well-balanced and accountable board is paramount, especially as a bank holds and manages the funds of depositors.
30 October 2024, 07:15 AM
A radical economic shift is needed to save the planet
Yunus termed the current economic framework "wrong" because it rewards destruction.
30 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Bangladesh needs a comprehensive care system
Changes in work pattern, migration, inflation and climate change make the care arrangements that heavily rely on families unsuitable.
29 October 2024, 11:13 AM
‘Corruption is hijacking our development process’
Look at cities like Kolkata and Jakarta, where metros were built at much lower costs and in less time.
29 October 2024, 03:00 AM
Time to enable the Competition Commission to dismantle syndicates
A bolstered Competition Commission can initiate inquiries into alleged syndicates and cartels either on its own or based on complaints, thus keeping the market in check.
29 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Making the climate change battle inclusive
We need to ensure an intersectional approach to climate action.
29 October 2024, 02:00 AM