Israel’s continued attacks on Gaza a failure of world leaders
The history of civilisation has shown that humans survive when they are part of a community.
Our Liberation War is something we are proud to talk about, read about, and reminisce about but have not done much research on.
BBS data shows increase in elderly population, dependency ratio
UNSC must find a way to urgently enforce it
Govt must deal with the underlying reasons for unchecked inflation
Washington touts human rights, democracy, and peace, but only if achieving these doesn’t clash with its main priorities: economics and security.
There are four main reasons why banks fail: credit risk, interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk, and liquidity risk (bank run).
In reality, those in power fear inclusion. It is a threat to their order, an unwelcome change.
Historian Willem van Schendel divides the historiography of the War of 1971 into two broad categories: i) first-generation historiographies and ii) second-generation historiographies.
The year 2023 marked the centennial of Abul Mansur Ahmad’s journalism—a milestone that holds not only significance but also relevance in understanding his enduring impact.
British administrator and archaeologist Alexander Cunningham, who served as the first director-general of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), founded in 1861, conducted the first archaeological survey in 1862-1863, followed by the second one in 1889-1891.
Breaking free from the cycle of excessive consumption requires awareness.
We even have our own experts repeatedly giving warnings ahead of the dengue season, and every year, they fall on deaf ears.
As a developing country, Bangladesh is a victim of brain drain.
Dr Syeda Sultana Razia speaks to The Daily Star Opinion regarding the causes behind frequent fires and some possible solutions.
Why is there so much difference between the reality of common people and that which the government wants to see or project?
Why is the government failing to manage the market as they should?
According to family members, Rab said the 38-year-old Sultana Jasmine suffered a stroke in their custody, but her relatives insisted that she had no medical issues
Through the Liberation War of 1971, the people of this region wanted to establish a state that would not be built in the model of Pakistan. Fifty-two years later, can we say we have achieved that goal?
Bangladesh Bank deserves credit for forging the deal of signing the MoU between EXIM Bank and Padma Bank on March 18.
A daughter’s identity is not defined by who she is fundamentally or characteristically, but who she should become to thrive in a man’s world.
Reducing income inequality by taking concrete steps is morally fair and economically justified.
The present condition on university campuses has allowed cases of repeated harassment by single individuals—or, in other words, serial harassers.
Economic, political failures major drivers behind the surge
Report on NRBC Bank shows how chaotic the banking sector has been
Realising the critical role that water plays in establishing global peace, stability, and prosperity, the theme set for World Water Day 2024 is “Water for Peace.”
Despite the progress, a crucial discussion continues to determine which would be the most appropriate and sustainable water sources.
We must strive to ensure equitable access to clean water and bridge the gender gap in water security
The vicious cycle of taking loans to pay bills and then taking another loan to pay off the first loan may continue throughout their lives, with little or no real improvement in their living standards.