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.
Dhaka can only be saved by decentralisation
Authorities must listen to experts to ensure sustainable development
How fashion is future-proofing by investing in technology
Are fashion brands becoming more than retailers of clothing?
Editorial
We need more parks, not more malls
Metro rail authorities have no right to commercialise Anwara Park
Forests must not fall victim to business
Safeguarding nature should be our priority
Doing business should not be so cumbersome
Government should focus on making entrepreneurship easy and hassle-free
Views
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.
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.
Beyond appropriation and commodification / The making of Coke Studio Bangla’s complex subjects
I would argue it is inadequate to develop an oversimplified criticism of Coke Studio Bangla.
Geopolitical Insights
In Focus
Rabindranath Tagore and the creation of national identity
Rabindranath Tagore is perhaps the only poet whose songs were chosen as the national anthems of two countries: India and Bangladesh.
BIRTH CENTENARY OF KALIM SHARAFI / A life dedicated to cultural activism
“I firmly believe in the profound impact of music, dance, and acting on shaping people’s thoughts and emotions.
45th Death Anniversary of Abul Mansur Ahmad / The enduring impact of Abul Mansur Ahmad’s journalism
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.
Letters to the Editor
NHRC response to The Daily Star editorial
The National Human Rights Commission of Bangladesh responds to an editorial by The Daily Star.
Destruction of Hargazi Canal
There are no visible changes yet.
Who will listen to the woes of trainee doctors?
The trainee doctors at BSMMU have been demanding an increase of monthly allowance from Tk 20,000 to Tk 50,000 – a demand which is justified.
Views Multimedia
Tackling the causes behind fire incidents
Dr Syeda Sultana Razia speaks to The Daily Star Opinion regarding the causes behind frequent fires and some possible solutions.
Our reality versus government's narrative
Why is there so much difference between the reality of common people and that which the government wants to see or project?
Poor policy and market management have caused price hikes
Why is the government failing to manage the market as they should?
Sued under DSA, woman dies in Rab custody
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
Have we been able to establish a state different from Pakistan?
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?
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The hospital can't deny responsibility
Accountability remains an illusion when it comes to patients’ death from hospital mismanagement and medical negligence.
Why is DSCC allowing extortion in the name of tolls?
City authorities must stop turning a blind eye to such crimes
Five strategies for garment exporters to navigate geopolitical risks
Bangladeshi garment makers can mitigate risk in an uncertain world with foresight, resilience, and agility.
‘People will judge if I have succeeded or failed’
Dhaka North Mayor Atiqul Islam talks to The Daily Star about his achievements and failures during the four years of his mayorship.
'DSCC is the most corruption-free government organisation'
DSCC Mayor Barrister Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh talks about his achievements as well as failures, the challenges he faced, and his visions for the future.
BCS has turned into a two-edged sword for jobseekers
Why are public service exams still plagued by delays at every stage?
Sorry parents, but GPA 5 is not the holy grail you think it is
But what about the students who did not score GPA 5? Does this "failure" mean they have been defeated? There is a palpable perception in some quarters that they may have
Why must the public bear the burden of capacity charges?
There is no justification for raising electricity prices four times a year
Dhaka's air is now so bad it is causing cancer
Government must reduce the toxicity through decisive steps
How can we protect the poor from the inflationary pressure?
Inflationary pressure may push some “vulnerable” households below the poverty line.
