As the country navigates its digital transformation, the alarming rise in cybersecurity threats poses a significant risk to its citizens. A report in the Friday issue of our newspaper indicates a surge in cyberbullying,...
As the high-level meeting convened in Thailand yesterday, involving key regional players such as Bangladesh, Myanmar, China, India, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam, the urgency of addressing the Rohingya crisis cannot be overstated. Our newspaper...
Our newspaper on Wednesday reported that the country stands at a critical juncture in its development journey, grappling with the complexities of being trapped in the middle-income category. Quoting Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya, a distinguished...
Today, 16 December, is a special day in Bangladesh’s history. On this day the nine-month long bloody war had come to an end through our ultimate victory. On this day back in 1971, occupying...
AN institution — the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) – seeking a public apology is an expression of acknowledging liability and guilt. The elite force pulled together with police, army and air force, and border...
The recent remarks by Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashiruddin at the “ERF-Pran Media Award 2024” ceremony have brought to light critical issues that continue to plague Bangladesh’s economic landscape. His assertion that corruption over the...
The recent introduction of stringent regulations by Bangladesh Bank regarding non-performing loans (NPLs) has raised alarm bells among business leaders, particularly in the garment sector, which is the backbone of the country’s economy. Our...
The recent data from Bangladesh Bank revealing a record low in private sector credit growth — falling to just 8.30 per cent year-on-year in October — paints a concerning picture of the nation’s economic...
The power sector in Bangladesh is currently grappling with a multifaceted crisis that threatens to undermine the nation’s economic stability and development. Our newspaper on Saturday reported that with fuel shortages plaguing both government...
In an age where information travels faster than ever, the responsibility of the media to report accurately and ethically has never been more critical. Recent events surrounding the case of Ramen Roy, a Dhaka-based...
It has been an open secret for a long time that services are not available in government institutions without bribes. Transparency International, Bangladesh (TIB), an international anti-corruption watchdog, released the Corruption and Money Survey...
The recent revelations from Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) regarding rampant corruption in service sectors are both alarming and disheartening. The staggering estimate of Tk1.46 lakh crore in bribes paid between 2009 and April 2024...
