Greed Burns the Earth
Capitalism’s insatiable hunger for profit has drained the life from our planet, pushing it toward environmental catastrophe. The relentless pursuit of profit, coupled with the...
Editorial
Teesta not just a geographical feature — a lifeline that must be managed effectively
The plight of northern Bangladesh’s residents, grappling with severe water shortages due to the mismanagement of the Teesta River, demands immediate attention. Yesterday’s newspaper reported...
Towards a resilient food system in Bangladesh
Zaima Ahasan : The food industry is a cornerstone of Bangladesh’s economy and a critical component of its social fabric. As one of the world’s...
Amid rising inflation, no way to justify tax, VAT rise
The recent decision by the interim government to raise VAT and supplementary duty on over 90 essential products and services has left consumers grappling with...
Lessons for Bangladesh from Turkish Local Government
M. M. Ashaduzzaman Nour : The origins of local government in Turkey trace back to the Ottoman Empire, particularly during the Tanzimat era (1839-1876), when...
Pay heed to stakeholders’ concerns over hikes in gas prices and taxes
The recent proposals from two governmental entities, Petrobangla and the National Board of Revenue (NBR), to dramatically hike industrial gas prices and double taxes for...
Justice Murshed – forever a legend
Barrister Nazir Ahmed : Late Justice Murshed’s outstanding legal career and landmark judgments have made him known both within and outside the legal arena. Through...
Why rice price hike in peak harvesting season?
Even though it is the country’s peak harvesting Aman season, instead of decreasing, the rice prices have continued to rise. According to media reports, the...
Woes of the country’s female construction workers
Z A M Khairuzzaman : Construction is a vehicle for the growth of civilisation. It builds structures that sustain a nation’s economy. As to why,...
Economic consequences of Trump 2.0
Simon Johnson : US President-elect Donald Trump’s second administration starts at noon on January 20. Trump’s non-stop election campaign since losing to Joe Biden in...
Govt must respond to fertiliser delays that may endanger boro season
The ongoing fertiliser shortage in the country has reached alarming proportions, leaving farmers in a precarious position as they approach the critical boro cultivation season....
Confronting food inflation needs action through data transparency
Bangladesh’s persistent rise in food inflation is a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. As reported in this newspaper on Tuesday, food inflation has remained...