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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Tannery industry: Does the 2024 proposed minimum wage meet expectations?
Proper implementation of the new minimum wage needs extended attention.
9 October 2024, 03:00 AM
Dissection of an urban soundscape
Urban landscape defines its soundscape, which varies from one neighbourhood to another.
8 October 2024, 10:45 AM
Adaptation strategies for climate change impacts in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has been proactive in its efforts to combat the impacts of climate change.
8 October 2024, 09:30 AM
Can Bangladesh be the next ‘breakout nation’?
For global investors, Bangladesh is an easier country to navigate compared to others in the region.
8 October 2024, 04:00 AM
Can rewriting the constitution bring real freedom?
There is no perfect constitutional solution to safeguard democracy.
8 October 2024, 02:15 AM
Aynaghar should be a site of remembrance
According to the Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC), at least 623 people were victims of enforced disappearance in the country from 2009 to 2022.
8 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Civil service budget: A crisis of overspending and inertia
The civil service has become a bloated, inefficient, and patronage-driven sector that rewards political loyalty rather than merit.
8 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Trapped in Dhaka’s traffic: How to overcome this crisis?
Traffic congestion is more than an inconvenience—it is a crisis that demands urgent action.
7 October 2024, 11:31 AM
A democracy not just promised, but earned
In this new era, we have a chance to redefine what it means to be Bangladeshi.
7 October 2024, 09:00 AM
We need a local government reform commission
Public funds allocation to local bodies is discriminatory.
7 October 2024, 08:00 AM
Tofazzal’s murder at DU: Were unseen political forces at play?
We must be on guard, and try to find out the true motive behind the murder to uncover the real source of the evil.
7 October 2024, 04:00 AM
Stop the exploitation of tea workers in Bangladesh and fix the industry
Equal opportunities are no longer enough to bring the tea workers in Bangladesh out of their current conditions.
7 October 2024, 02:00 AM
We must rethink our foreign reserve strategy
If Bangladesh is to safeguard its economic stability and ensure sustained growth, the time for reform is now.
7 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Jaishankar’s Islamabad visit and the future of India-Pakistan ties
Ten years is a long time in India-Pakistan relations, which are often prone to fits and starts.
6 October 2024, 11:30 AM
The need to ensure security during Durga Puja celebration
Although it is imperative to implement immediate security measures, it is equally critical to address the underlying causes of communal tension.
6 October 2024, 08:00 AM
'India needs a clear security assurance from Bangladesh'
If Dhaka assures Delhi that it will address India's security concerns, this could serve as the foundation for a strong relationship.
6 October 2024, 06:00 AM
CHT unrest: Communal violence and the politics of misrepresentation
Misinformation on CHT issues distort the realities of the violence and its underlying causes.
6 October 2024, 02:00 AM
The challenges Sri Lanka’s new government faces
Sri Lanka has recently elected Anura Kumara Dissanayaka as its new president.
5 October 2024, 13:30 PM
Let’s keep Dhaka inclusive and safe
Prejudice, misogyny and hatred seems to increase in the streets of Dhaka.
5 October 2024, 08:00 AM
Equip teachers to bring positive changes in education
Teachers are at the heart of educational reform and are pivotal in shaping students' academic success.
5 October 2024, 06:00 AM