Navigating biases, power dynamics and media integrity
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
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DSA and the quest for an obliged press
A free and independent press is essential for any democratic society, and journalists must be allowed to report on issues of public interest without fear of retaliation or censorship.
Without support from bureaucracy, EC can’t hold fair elections
Even if the outcome seems predetermined, it is essential to exercise the right to vote and make one's voice heard.
How is shrinking media space affecting our democracy?
The media is often considered to be the fourth pillar of a democracy—while the other three pillars are the legislature, executive and judiciary.
Declining trust in democratic institutions
The Chief Election Commissioner of the Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has made it clear that we have an electoral system that is in many ways performing better than that of the United States.
Why do we have to take to the streets for justice?
Eleven people have so far been arrested in connection with the Noakhali gang rape. Most of the suspects were arrested within days after the video of the heinous crime landed on social media.
Regent and JKG scams: Is this the face of a new normal in healthcare?
Installed on the boundary wall of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) located at the ever-busy Gulshan-Mohakhali Link road, the illuminating electric signboard reads “Healthcare will leap several steps forward in the Mujib Year”.
Tax small taxpayers but let the giants go? We can do better.
For decades, the regulatory authorities in Bangladesh have opted for the easiest path of collecting revenue by imposing additional taxes on existing products or services enjoyed by people in their everyday life.
September 3, 2023
Navigating biases, power dynamics and media integrity
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
April 3, 2023
DSA and the quest for an obliged press
A free and independent press is essential for any democratic society, and journalists must be allowed to report on issues of public interest without fear of retaliation or censorship.
March 20, 2023
Without support from bureaucracy, EC can’t hold fair elections
Even if the outcome seems predetermined, it is essential to exercise the right to vote and make one's voice heard.
February 19, 2022
How is shrinking media space affecting our democracy?
The media is often considered to be the fourth pillar of a democracy—while the other three pillars are the legislature, executive and judiciary.
November 16, 2020
Declining trust in democratic institutions
The Chief Election Commissioner of the Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has made it clear that we have an electoral system that is in many ways performing better than that of the United States.
October 13, 2020
Why do we have to take to the streets for justice?
Eleven people have so far been arrested in connection with the Noakhali gang rape. Most of the suspects were arrested within days after the video of the heinous crime landed on social media.
July 15, 2020
Regent and JKG scams: Is this the face of a new normal in healthcare?
Installed on the boundary wall of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) located at the ever-busy Gulshan-Mohakhali Link road, the illuminating electric signboard reads “Healthcare will leap several steps forward in the Mujib Year”.
June 19, 2020
Tax small taxpayers but let the giants go? We can do better.
For decades, the regulatory authorities in Bangladesh have opted for the easiest path of collecting revenue by imposing additional taxes on existing products or services enjoyed by people in their everyday life.
June 11, 2020
Press freedom must be protected at all costs
When I first met Mizan in Dhaka, he was wearing an elbow crutch to help him walk, accompanied by his elderly father.
May 23, 2020
For Whom the Bell Tolls
Bidyanondo Foundation has become quite a household name in recent days.
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