We must be economical in our energy use

We are facing rising power demand amid summer, Ramadan, and energy efficiency challenges.
18 March 2025

Yunus speaks out: A rallying cry for women’s safety

He ordered the policemen, in no uncertain terms, that they ensure the safety of women and bring the perpetrators to justice
18 March 2025

How parties can reach a consensus on reforms and elections

Prolonged uncertainty or a rigid "reform first, elections later" or “my way or the highway” stance will only deepen the crisis.
18 March 2025

Are we looking at a second republic or a fourth?

The fundamental goal must be to preserve historical integrity rather than rewrite history for political convenience.
18 March 2025

Abul Mansur’s lament was the unfulfilled promise of democracy

Following autocracy's fall, debates on the constitution, elections, & democracy intensify, echoing Abul Mansur Ahmad's insights.
18 March 2025

Our schools must do more to stop bullying

Despite being quite the nerd, I found no solace in education.
17 March 2025

Financial literacy: A key defence against fraud

The financial sector is increasingly targeted by various types of fraud, including phishing, identity theft, credit card fraud, and Ponzi schemes.
17 March 2025

The future of international crimes prosecution in Bangladesh

The prosecution of international crimes, whether at the international or domestic level, is a serious matter.
17 March 2025

Pain, bleeding and helplessness: Living with fibroids and cysts

Women's health research is inequitable despite physiological differences. This is a social injustice.
17 March 2025

Awami League's downfall and the politics of cognitive dissonance

Acknowledging mistakes is not a sign of weakness; it is a prerequisite for political rehabilitation.
17 March 2025

What’s blocking the reforms in Bangladesh?

Implementing the desired reforms in Bangladesh is particularly challenging due to the complexities of political and social realities.
17 March 2025

DU’s faculty hiring policy is a relic from the past

DU’s recruitment process seems frozen in time, bogged down by outdated practices that stifle progress.
16 March 2025

What would the healthcare sector of the future look like?

Healthcare around the world is going through unique and dynamic changes.
16 March 2025

Professor Yunus’s government: Are we blaming the victim?

Professor Yunus inherits a nation in turmoil, balancing hope and challenges in Bangladesh
16 March 2025

How Bangladesh can recover its stolen assets

Bangladesh intensifies efforts to recover stolen assets and combat money laundering.
16 March 2025

Global aid cuts must not hinder women’s empowerment

The funding cuts by USAID and other donors signal a worrying trend that could impact gender equality efforts worldwide.
16 March 2025

RTI Act is on life support

Right to Information (RTI) Act in Bangladesh is in danger.
16 March 2025

Granting rivers legal status can redefine our relationship with nature

When a river becomes a legal subject, it can challenge harmful development, pollution, and degradation—forcing humans to respect its interests.
15 March 2025

Strategic choices in the new space race

Starlink's Ukraine role exposed single-provider risks. US threatens suspension; China eyes space.
15 March 2025

Will the UN chief’s visit put the focus back on the Rohingya issue?

The Rohingya refugees in the Cox’s Bazar camps are about to face a situation worse than they have been enduring.
15 March 2025