A Closer Look
Women breaking the glass ceiling? Not so much in sports
In Bangladesh, we have a long way to go in encouraging, promoting and creating a conducive ecosystem for the inclusion of more women in sports.
Israel is rogue, but Iran must demonstrate restraint
It remains to be seen what Israel does with its replenished weapons inventory.
How we are missing out on higher remittances
Do we have the vision and political will to accelerate change and make the most of the opportunities that are about to unfold?
Civil war in Myanmar: Bangladesh should beef up border security
Some 264 members of Myanmar’s border and security forces have entered the Bangladesh side illegally to escape fighting
ICJ interim ruling on Israel’s war on Gaza: Unsurprisingly disappointing
Still, it has the potential to force the much-needed ceasefire by creating sufficient pressure on Israel's key allies.
Israel is stoking Iran’s wrath
Is Israel's desire for dominance in the region the only factor behind wanting to take the war to Iran?
As civil order crumbles in Myanmar, Bangladesh should be alert
If Myanmar’s civil war continues on its current course, there could be ripple effects on Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries.
Attacks on Yemen could open Middle East’s pandora’s box
The US and UK strikes in Yemen have only aggravated the possibility of large-scale conflict in the already volatile Middle East.
Biman: A cesspool of corruption
It’s high time Biman was overhauled and corporate governance and a stringent code of conduct was introduced.
Samrat-Khaled-Mominul should be behind bars
Criminals like Samrat, Khaled and Mominul should be miles away from the political scene.
The Rohingya feel pangs of hunger too
The international community cannot turn their backs on the Rohingya refugees.
Caught in the politics of aid, Syria is suffering
Death toll in Syria currently stands over 5,800 (as of 3:30 pm Bangladesh time, February 15). With every passing hour, chances of finding survivors are becoming slimmer.
The world mustn't fail Turkey-Syria earthquake victims
Aid agencies, both the Turkish and Syrian governments, and the rebel groups must all work together.
Israel’s military capability should be neutralised
Israel spares neither children nor the elderly in its thirst for aggression and bloodshed.
The Cambodian nightmare
The recent surge in human trafficking to Cambodia from Bangladesh raises questions about the intentions and capability of the relevant authorities in addressing the situation.
Conflict with Israel: Iran should tread with caution
Iran's response to Israel's provocations should be non-violent and measured.
Economic pitfalls: Can South Asia turn itself around in 2023?
We need to open up to possibilities available outside the ones offered by the West
The treacherous banking journey of women entrepreneurs
Women's access to finance remains difficult and often riddled with pitfalls.
