There is no alternative to continuous assessment

Denying the presence of electoral violence will do little to assure voter of election day safety.

Over 33 percent of samples failing safety tests should set off alarm bells

The quality of education has been the biggest casualty of institutional apathy and misgovernance in Bangladesh.

Climate-linked funds are failing to deliver their intended benefits and defaults are weakening the banking sector. While public funds meant to support sustainable growth are misallocated, the cost of failure is ultimately borne by depositors and the economy.

Government and political contenders must ensure order in ‘high-risk’ areas.

Surge in mob killings and violence raises alarm

Government’s haste to sign DP World deal ahead of election is perplexing

New ordinances on women, children must not falter at implementation

Political parties have failed women and the spirit of July uprising.

Ensure better labour care, rein in profiteering private facilities

Civil servants must remain neutral

Bangladesh must safeguard its export markets from its competitors.

State, institutions, and communities must step up to address the crisis

Govt must reconsider its decision, focus on reform proposals instead

Political parties, the EC, and police all must act to stop further violence

Fully implement CHT accord, recognise Indigenous people’s rights

Parties must heed their concerns about safety, freedom, jobs

Address funding gaps, strengthen facilities, end stigma

Ongoing trend offers grim glimpse of the future of political disinformation