Can our month-long book fair survive the test of time?

The book fair was not just an event for us, it was a reflection of our love for Bangla language and literature.
31 March 2025, 08:00 AM

A practical approach to handling negligence cases

Accountability in negligence cases can be ensured by implementing a system that mandates businesses and service providers to carry liability insurance and allows lawyers to receive a percentage of awarded damages.
30 March 2025, 10:00 AM

Sanjida Khatun: Different and defiant

Sanjida Khatun was a cultural icon and scholar of Tagore's legacy.
30 March 2025, 07:00 AM

The silent struggles of adolescence

Jamie believed his actions were justified because social media had distorted his sense of right and wrong, making him think harming a woman who mistreated him was acceptable
30 March 2025, 05:09 AM

Should Bangladesh be divided into four provinces?

What Bangladesh truly requires is an effective and manageable administrative framework rather than an expansion of the flawed system we currently endure.
30 March 2025, 05:00 AM

Do I really need that new piece of clothing?

The true cost of clothing is paid by our polluted rivers and environment.
30 March 2025, 03:00 AM

Dhaka’s earthquake gamble: Built on sand, bribery, and blind faith

Dhaka is a city of miracles, a place where logic takes a backseat, and hope is the currency of survival.
30 March 2025, 02:00 AM

What if a major earthquake strikes Dhaka?

Myanmar earthquake should serve as a wake-up call
29 March 2025, 14:00 PM

Sanjida Khatun: ‘Dekho jawar pother pashe, Chhute hawa pagol para’

She has left behind a life filled with relentless dedication and remarkable achievements.
29 March 2025, 10:03 AM

Will Trump 2.0 end the liberal international order?

Trump's second presidency is challenging the future of the liberal international order.
29 March 2025, 07:00 AM

Our coastal communities need a climate justice plan

Bangladesh faces climate crisis: rising seas threaten 20M by 2050. Least responsible, most affected.
29 March 2025, 06:00 AM

BIMSTEC must adapt to global shifts and future challenges

One major challenge is the escalation of uncertainty, a notable trend in the global trade regime.
29 March 2025, 04:00 AM

Eid in a time of uncertainty and change

To bring back confidence, the rule of law must be established.
29 March 2025, 03:00 AM

How China’s green energy strategy can inspire Bangladesh

Shifting towards green energy would significantly improve our air quality.
28 March 2025, 06:00 AM

A barber’s lament: The harsh reality of Bangladesh’s common people

The needs of ordinary people have been ignored throughout all regimes.
28 March 2025, 05:00 AM

Who will the citizens vote for in the next election?

Survey says BNP leads with 41.7%, but data is from a fraction of total sample.
28 March 2025, 02:50 AM

Stability is the need of the hour

Right now, there are two major issues: progress of reforms, and the prospect of election
27 March 2025, 18:30 PM

Remembering Prof Kazi Shahidullah

Friendship with Shahid bloomed over shared interests, studies, & sports at Dhaka University.
27 March 2025, 07:00 AM

Can the govt restore Madhupur Sal Forest?

The underlying factors of deforestation must come under objective scrutiny.
27 March 2025, 04:00 AM

Why must workers always take to the streets for unpaid wages?

Many changes and reforms are being discussed nowadays, but the reality of the workers has not changed at all.
27 March 2025, 02:10 AM