A solid base of intellectual property rights will drive innovation
IP rights protection can encourage innovation and entrepreneurial enthusiasm on a large scale
13h ago
How UK is planning to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda
On Tuesday, the UK parliament passed the "Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Act 2024", a controversial piece of legislation that's meant to deport illegal immigrants from the UK to the African nation of Rwanda
2d ago
Why planting as many trees as possible may not be the solution to the climate crisis
The heatwave currently searing Bangladesh has led to renewed focus on reforestation efforts. On social media, calls to take up tree-planting drives, and even take on the challenge of creating a world record for planting trees are being peddled
3d ago
Indian elections explained
India, by far the world’s largest democracy in terms of electorate, is set to embark on a nearly six-week long journey to elect members to its parliament
1w ago
An empty Dhaka on Eid and the questions we should ask
Before we daydream of a Dhaka with Eid levels of population density across the year, let us stop to consider why so many people live in Dhaka.
2w ago
For the love of computers
Buying a computer, for most people, is a fairly mundane activity. It involves going to a vendor with a budget, a list of requirements, and the hope that the salespeople are trustworthy and knowledgeable enough about the products to find the best possible deal.
3w ago
Buet and student politics: A storied past
Students at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet) have boycotted classes and exams in protest of alleged resumption of political activities on campus
3w ago
Showcasing Bangladesh's development at home and abroad
Visual proof of Bangladesh's rapidly changing infrastructural outlook is being presented to audiences at home and abroad through the internet, and especially via YouTube
3w ago
February 6, 2024
What ails the Panama Canal?
The Panama Canal is one of the world’s most important maritime shortcuts.
January 31, 2024
After metro rail, Dhaka’s buses should be the next megaproject
Metro rail is only one part of the puzzle; rationalising bus lines and making bus services passenger-friendly has to be the next step.
January 30, 2024
Bangladesh’s disappointing position in TI corruption index
Since Bangladesh's admission in the index in 2001, it has consistently scored low in terms of transparency and ranked high among the most corrupt countries in the world
January 28, 2024
From a village only reachable by boat to conquering Brisbane: Shamar Joseph's story
It’s the sort of rags to riches story that might have gotten laughed out of a movie studio for being too ridiculous.
January 26, 2024
‘Sharifa’s Story’ Debate: What does the chapter actually deal with?
“Similarities and Difference between People” -- a chapter in this year’s class seven social science textbook focuses on different communities within society and what ties them together, along with the differences and similarities between them.
January 21, 2024
Why many countries are trying a four-day work week
The Dominican Republic announced this week that they would be launching a six-month voluntary trial for a four-day work week
January 21, 2024
Teachers can make the new curriculum work. But are they paid enough?
With all the talk surrounding the new school curriculum, a crucial element has been absent from the conversation.
January 19, 2024
‘Tired of playing hide and seek with myself’
A BCS cadre with the lucrative position of a diplomat, it may look as though Oalid Islam’s life has few problems.
January 17, 2024
Understanding the key points of the monetary policy
The Bangladesh Bank unveiled its monetary policy for the second half of the current fiscal year, with the goal to tame runaway inflation, which has been a concern for the past two years. Here are the major points of this monetary policy, and how they might -- at least in theory -- ensure a smooth economic journey for Bangladesh over the next six months.
December 31, 2023
New Year’s Eve without fire hazards? It’s more doable than you think.
When welcoming 2024, spare a thought for those with whom you share this space under the sky.
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