Current wave of demonstrations in city for unjust demands must stop
As per a report published in this newspaper on Monday, the streets of Dhaka have become a battleground for discontent since the interim government took...
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Dhaka must be a city for its inhabitants to live in without fear
The alarming rise in crime incidents across Dhaka, particularly in the capital, has become a pressing concern for residents and law enforcement alike. Despite assurances...
Reform economic policies to attract foreign investors
The continuous decline in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Bangladesh is a pressing issue that demands immediate attention. A report published in this newspaper yesterday...
Cost of medicines not just a financial issue, but a struggle to save our life
As the cost of living continues to soar, the burden of rising medicine prices has become an alarming reality for many in our society. Reports...
No return of Rohingyas also proves a failure of international community in maintaining global peace
The Rohingya crisis has reached a critical juncture, with the world’s largest refugee settlement in Bangladesh now home to 1.3 million individuals, including an alarming...
The time has come to explore the oceans for gas
Due to the large gap between demand and supply, the government has to struggle to supply gas to industries and households, though the demand for...
Take decisive action so that Bangladesh does not fall into a cycle of debt
Our newspaper on Monday reported that the country is facing a burgeoning debt servicing crisis that demands urgent attention. Recent data from the Economic Relations...
Any inaction in combating crime is also a crime that we can’t ignore
The recent spate of violent incidents in Khulna city is a stark reminder of the challenges facing law enforcement and the urgent need for effective...
Fiscal resilience must be maintained by tackling politico-bureaucratic hurdles
The recent report from the National Board of Revenue (NBR) paints a concerning picture of Bangladesh’s fiscal health, revealing a significant shortfall in revenue collection...
PGCB’s unusual share trading needs to be investigated to retain the trust of investors
The recent announcement by the Power Grid Company of Bangladesh (PGCB) regarding its decision not to issue dividends for the fiscal year ending June 30,...
Will Donald Trump’s return help establish world peace?
We congratulate Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on Monday. Through this, the journey of his second term...
Culture of heinous defaulted loans must be rooted out from banking sector
In a troubling revelation, Bangladesh Bank has reported that only 20.25 per cent of the Tk1.76 lakh crore in defaulted loans has been resolved in...