When will public transport be less hostile to female passengers?

Public transport in Bangladesh has become frighteningly unsafe and a struggle for all females passengers in the country.
8 March 2022, 15:09 PM

Only woman autorickshaw driver in Tangail

Rozina Akhter is the only woman among Tangail's 10,000 battery-powered autorickshaw drivers.
7 March 2022, 18:06 PM

Why exactly is there a natural gas supply crisis?

CNG filling stations all over the country will remain out of service from 6pm to 11pm everyday, instead of 6pm to 10pm -- over what the Petrobangla officials indicate "a rising natural gas supply crisis".
7 March 2022, 15:05 PM

Salvaging lost treasures from ponds for living

It is quite possible to lose jewellery items when bathing in a pond.
7 March 2022, 02:53 AM

Irregularities in Lalmonirhat's Dharla River Bank Protection Programme

There have been allegations of irregularities in preserving the Dharla River's 100-metre bank in Lalmonirhat.
6 March 2022, 17:06 PM

Is strict measurement against illegal vehicles enough to prevent accidents on roads?

Bangladesh Road Transport Authority in a recent stakeholder meeting decided to take strict measures against illegal three-wheelers and other illegal and unfit vehicles all over the country - in a combined effort with district civil and police authority.
6 March 2022, 15:13 PM

International Kolkata Book Fair kicks off with country theme 'Bangladesh'

The 45th International Kolkata Book Fair has begun. Hosted at Central Park of Salt Lake City, the fair features the country theme as “Bangladesh” this year. The birth centenary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and 75th independence day of India elevated this year’s book fair to a new dimension.
6 March 2022, 02:54 AM

3 years of a person's life lost to air pollution in Bangladesh

Health Effects Institute and Institute for Health Metrics, an USA based organisation, in their recent research found that on average, those who are living in Bangladesh are losing 3 years of average life span due to the severe air pollution in the country.
5 March 2022, 15:15 PM

Encroachment of Khulna's 2km-long Taltola canal

In Khulna city, the Taltola canal is on the verge of disappearance due to encroachment and pollution. Garbage has completely blocked the flow of water. On both sides of the canal, illegally constructed half-built residences and cow farms further add to this problem.
4 March 2022, 17:02 PM

Rape, trafficking, theft: Trap of TikTok stardom

Though social media has revolutionized how we connect and communicate, it has also become a preferred tool for criminals. Serious crimes are now being orchestrated through these platforms. Infatuated with the desire for fame, teenagers and youths are getting involved in criminal activities via apps like TikTok.
4 March 2022, 15:05 PM

Ekushey Book Fair, an integral part of Bengali culture

The Ekushey Book Fair is held every year to preserve the glorious memory of the 1952 Language Movement.
4 March 2022, 14:28 PM

'Gangubai Kathiawadi': Dazzling Alia in Bhansali cinematic world

Gangubai Kathiawadi is the latest film by director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Loosely based on the life story of a real character, the film stars Alia Bhatt as the lead role Ganga - who becomes Gangubai, the Mafia Queen.
4 March 2022, 04:07 AM

Uncertainty prevails among university admission test seekers

Since the results of HSC 2021 have been published, the students are counting days for the extremely competitive university admission tests. However, the process is yet to be disclosed by most of the universities. Also, it remains unclear whether the entrance exam syllabus will be based on limited subjects, just like the HSC exam this season.
3 March 2022, 15:33 PM

Why are legunas still plying on roads?

Legunas or similar vehicles as human haulers have been a leading cause of numerous accidents on the roads. Minors are being employed as drivers and the passengers are often harassed about fares. In Bangladesh, there is no government policy controlling the movement of such vehicles, hence the owners are free to be arbitrary. Passengers are left with no alternatives if they have any issue with the services.
3 March 2022, 03:23 AM

Will prices of commodities soar again in Ramadan?

Daily essentials like edible oil, sugar, and lentils have already become more expensive. Experts fear a further price hike in upcoming Ramadan, as some unscrupulous traders take advantage around this time every year. What is the government doing to keep the daily essentials affordable?
2 March 2022, 17:05 PM

Biman’s Saudi flights can halt any given day?

After missing the deadline for adopting the instructions given by Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation - Biman Bangladesh Airlines can face termination of their flights to Saudi Arabia any day now.
2 March 2022, 15:24 PM

No more waiting around for special occasions to enjoy ‘Meijjan’

The word "Mezban" comes from the Persian language meaning "Host." But the word Mezban adopted in Chattogram’s local accent sounds as "Meijjan". And as soon as you hear “Meijjan”, you start visualising smoked white rice, various dishes of beef and chana dal (a type of pulses).
2 March 2022, 02:58 AM

Brickfields along the river

Chirping of birds was once heard on the banks of this river. Farmers would flock in droves with crops. Once upon a time, this river had a buffalo cart passing along its banks.
1 March 2022, 17:04 PM

DSA abused as political weapon to repress opposition

The Digital Security Act is being used not only to repress journalists but also to repress the political opposition. The government is saying from the start that this law was put into action to keep people safe in cyberspace. But an analysis of the lawsuits filed under the DSA shows that the law is being used against different political parties instead of actually doing what it was set out to do -- keep cyberspace safe. Was the Digital Security Act designed solely for the purpose of controlling criticism, opposition politics, and ideology in cyberspace?
1 March 2022, 15:36 PM

Will Covid-19 lead to fewer jobs with an increased poverty rate?

According to research by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), Covid-19 will have an impact on the labour market till 2023.
28 February 2022, 17:03 PM