We are not taking care of our young generation
One significant factor behind young people’s feeling of disillusionment is the pervasive corruption committed by businessmen, politicians, government officials, and influential figures, among others
We are not just bystanders in the colonial space
The optics of visible solidarity for Palestine is important because it shows that the world is witnessing and recording this blatant act of outright dehumanisation.
Reader's Voice / What’s holding us back from celebrating our cultural diversity?
To appreciate and honour our cultural diversity, we must oppose extremist forces and implement inclusive policies.
All that is wrong with the proposed bank mergers
Mergers cannot be based on the arbitrary decisions of authorities. This amounts to an imposition of the liability of poor banks on well performing banks.
We should be worried about the present fertility trends
The population size will likely stabilise at around 240-250 million, if fertility can be brought down soon to below replacement level.
Banning rickshaws may not be the big traffic solution
Dhaka’s traffic is a complicated problem that needs multifaceted efforts to combat it.
Manik Bandopadhyay's timeless works: A mirror to our frailties
On Manik Bandopadhyay’s 116th birth anniversary, his unsparing literary vision jolt us out of complacency with today's injustices.
ASEAN needs a longer-term approach to the Myanmar crisis
ASEAN must continue to create the space to learn from the various Myanmar stakeholders and seek the support of the major frontline states, namely China and India, in its efforts.
Why the consumer protection law needs to change
Artificial inflation of prices is a crucial element contributing to the infringement of consumer rights in Bangladesh.
Message from Donald Lu’s visit: Reset, rebuild, and strengthen
Although Donald Lu had visited Bangladesh more than once before the general election, this was his first visit after the polls.
Looking back at Klopp’s amazing Liverpool journey
In the last few seasons Klopp’s antics have given us some of the most memorable moments in football.
Protests of despair
Today’s anti-war protests are but a desperate plea simply to stop the killing of Palestinians in Gaza.
The aurora enigma: Science and myths
The interplay between myths and scientific explanations of auroras illustrates human being’s capacity to find meaning in the natural world.
