Lessons from Jane: A mirror for Bangladesh

Yesterday on April 3, the world observed “Jane Goodall Day” -- the first since her passing in October last year
4 April 2026

The cost of a distant war being paid in Bangladeshi lives

Bangladeshi migrant workers sustain the nation, even as they face growing dangers abroad
19 March 2026

Gen Z’s gender paradox

Bold in politics, ignorant on equality
8 March 2026

Shadow of the Shah

Iran’s exiled Pahlavi dynasty again enters political debate
7 March 2026

Why are Pakistan and Afghanistan at war now?

Airstrikes, retaliation and the TTP factor expose the collapse of a once-calculated relationship between Islamabad and the Taliban
27 February 2026

If you want to talk about Epstein, start here

A hard look at how Bangladesh normalises child sexual abuse through silence, respectability and child marriage
5 February 2026

Upgrading ILS: Key to solving Dhaka airport's fog woes

Year after year, flight diversions disrupt schedules, causing frustration and financial losses
11 February 2025

Jonny’s custodial death: Justice delayed is justice denied

As the family marks the 11th anniversary of his death, they continue to grapple with the emotional and financial toll of a justice system that has failed them
8 February 2025

When girls are forced off the field, nobody wins

Girls should not have to fight for their right to play
31 January 2025

Police brutality: A repressive pattern that refuses to end

Rather than engaging in dialogue or addressing public concerns, the government often resorts to heavy-handed tactics to quell dissent, as seen in the treatment of these teachers
26 January 2025

We need to protect our migrant workers before it's too late

Behind this staggering number lies a grim reality: young lives extinguished far too soon, leaving behind grieving families and communities
24 January 2025

Dhaka deserves better, and so do we

The city is screaming for help and we are not listening
23 January 2025

Make voting a fundamental right

The Constitutional Reform Commission proposes voting to be recognised as a fundamental right, so that people can seek legal remedies if it is violated.
22 January 2025

Breathing death: The air that kills

Air pollution has become the biggest killer in Bangladesh, and it's not just some far-off statistic
18 January 2025

Arresting scapegoats will hardly make a difference

Police arrest hospitals staffers and a doctor for the death of a protester shot by law enforcers
18 January 2025

HRW report: Govt must ensure past abuses are not repeated

With the international community closely watching, Bangladesh finds itself at a critical juncture in its democratic journey.
17 January 2025

Public health graduates deserve opportunities

The recent study by Bangladesh Health Watch (BHW) paints a troubling picture for graduates in the public health discipline, revealing that 57 percent struggle to find jobs in their field. This statistic is not just a number; it reflects the systemic issues that plague the public health sector in Bangladesh, warranting immediate attention and action
16 January 2025

Police brutality on protesters: A betrayal of the July uprising

They risked everything for a better future, a better Bangladesh
16 January 2025

A fascist resurgence on the streets of Dhaka

The thugs of Students for Sovereignty must be taken to task and given exemplary punishment
16 January 2025

RMG sector: A catalyst for Bangladesh’s energy transition

Experts at a recent event in Dhaka highlighted the potential for Bangladesh to pioneer efforts in carbon reduction, with the ready-made garment (RMG) sector as a central player in this transformation
13 January 2025