Traffic in Dhaka: A city locked in frustration
Dr. Md. Shamsul Arefin : Dhaka’s traffic congestion has become synonymous with frustration for its millions of residents. This problem has been threatening productivity, public...
Editorial
Perpetrators in the power sector must be brought to book for stability
BANGLADESH is currently grappling with a significant threat to its rural electrification program, one that strikes at the heart of national stability. A vernacular newspaper...
Ban e-cigarettes or vaping in Bangladesh
Dr. Md Asadul Islam : In Bangladesh, the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), commonly known as vaping, has increased incrementally. A vape is a device...
Calling for elections now is shameful
It is utterly outrageous, unpatriotic, shameful and ridiculous that the Jatiyatabadi Sangskritik Dal should be calling for the Government of Nobel Laureate Prof. Muhammad Yunus...
Adopt a competitive, transparent renewable energy strategy
We welcome the recent call by the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) to the interim government for immediate action in floating tenders for 37 renewable...
How hunger drives mass uprisings in Bangladesh
Jannatul Naym Pieal : On August 2 of this year, after attending a student-led protest at the Central Shaheed Minar on the Dhaka University campus,...
Rein in hoarding cash to tackle inflation woes
THE persistent rise in cash circulating outside the banking system is a concerning trend that demands urgent attention. An English newspaper on Thursday reported that...
Why do most revolutions fail
Dr. Matiur Rahman : Revolutions, often born from societal unrest, ignite hopes for profound change and a brighter future. History is filled with bold and...
Regulatory reforms key to shield banking sector’s integrity
BANGLADESH’S financial sector stands at a critical juncture, as defaulted loans continue to surge, threatening the stability of both banks and non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs),...
False, fabricated reports in Indian media over Hindu attacks
Dr. Md. Enamul Hoque : Following Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and fleeing to India, the country experienced widespread casualities which were generated from out of anger...
How can call of the day for reducing price of basics be toiled?
Dr. Md. Shamsul Arefin : The rising prices of essential food items, such as eggs, vegetables, potatoes and other agricultural products have become a pressing...
Relying on outdated colonial laws to curb crime is indeed impractical
Our newspaper on Tuesday reported that the country is facing a surge in crime, with drug trafficking, extortion, robbery, murder, and rape on the rise,...