Education must be made enjoyable, accessible, and equitable for students, and for that teachers must have a quality life with dignity.

Will this culture of impunity be continued forever in the CHT?

On June 27, 2024, a discussion titled "Towards Gender Equality: Gender-Responsive Community Policing in Bangladesh" was organised jointly by UN Women and The Daily Star at The Daily Star Centre. Academicians, top female police officers, legal specialists, and gender activists participated in the event. Below is a summary of the key points from the discussion.

Iran’s retaliatory strike against Israel comes just days after an Israeli airstrike in Beirut killed Hassan Nasrallah.

The inclusive solidarity from the July mass uprising will be the force to overthrow any subsequent departure from the people’s will.

Our past leaders would struggle to get any sort of audience with any of the major world leaders.

When assessed against global benchmarks, the research output and its impact in Bangladesh are still relatively modest.

Low revenue from taxes hinders economic growth and perpetuates cycles of poverty and inequality.

Legal experts opined that there should be a judicial investigation into these cases.

It is now widely accepted that investment in human capital through education plays a crucial role in economic growth.

India often prioritises its own interests over Bangladesh’s legitimate needs.

In the 15-plus years of the last government, the energy and power sectors of Bangladesh have been all but destroyed.

Following the fall of the Awami League government, efforts are underway to explore ways to bring back the stolen wealth.

The debates about Bangladesh's forthcoming constitution have been lively, involving many participants.

The uprising demonstrated the strength of the people's unity, but it also brought attention to the political knowledge gaps and the necessity for political education to get more attention.

The country’s future hinges on whether it can overcome autocratic governance, corruption, and crony capitalism.

Natural disasters such as floods, cyclones, heatwaves, or droughts create vulnerabilities in ecosystems and human life.

AI has shown remarkable capabilities in diagnosis and personalised treatment.

The July uprising is too seismic to be credited to any individual

It is our responsibility to make society safe for girls by strengthening child protection system at the community and national levels.