Systemic corruption in energy sector can’t go unabated
The recent remarks by Prof M Tamim at a shadow parliament debate in Dhaka have shone a glaring light on the pervasive corruption within Bangladesh’s...
Editorial
Under-utilised flyover spaces – problems and prospects
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : Dhaka’s rapid urbanisation, while beneficial in some respects, has come with its own set of problems. Traffic congestion is one...
A Victory Day celebration in a changed situation
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...
A skilled, experienced admin necessary for the dev of the country
Dr. SM Jahangir Alam : It is very important to build a skilled and experienced administrative system for the overall development of the country. And...
International Day for the Prevention of Violence against Women
Dr. Muhammad Mahtab Hossain Mazed : At the First Latin American and Caribbean Feminist Conference in 1981, November 25 was established as the International Day...
Is an apology an admission of guilt?
AN institution — the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) – seeking a public apology is an expression of acknowledging liability and guilt. The elite force pulled...
Bangladesh must address the worst air pollution
It is alarming to know that air pollution has become a serious cause of concern. Bangladesh has been grappling with a severe air quality crisis....
Attempts are being made to destroy communal harmony in Bangladesh
Zillur Rahman : Bangladesh is one of the cradles and examples of communal harmony. It is a matter of great honour and glory. India, a...
The dark cloud accrued on Bangladesh-India relationship must go
After the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, there were some complications in the bilateral relations between Bangladesh and India. But the India’s Foreign Secretary...
From Overlap to Integration: Restructuring Rural Local Government in Bangladesh
Md. Mahiuddin : Even after 53 years of independence, Bangladesh is yet to establish a robust and institutionalized local government system that brings local solutions...
Fair distribution of TCB cards can soothe people’s woes yet a bit
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...
The constitution of Turkey: An overview
M. M. Ashaduzzaman Nour : The Constitution of Turkey serves as the supreme legal framework that defines the structure, functions, and guiding principles of the...