Ideological division among university students and its impact
Dr. Matiur Rahman : The landscape of Bangladesh’s university campuses has long been marked by vibrant intellectual discourse and passionate activism. However, a concerning trend...
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Modi’s image and the Indian vote!
Nilofar Suhrawardy : Paradoxically, it is primarily during electoral phase that significance of Indian vote appears to matter most strongly for practically all politicians in...
Milton Samadder: Phantom in the mask of savior!
Badrul Huda Shohel : When the presence of any iota of humanity in our country today is tantamount to finding a needle in a haystack,...
Let these local elections be a wake-up call to revive democracy
The first phase of the country’s sixth Upazila Parishad Election held on Wednesday revealed some very concerning issues. Voter turnout was as usual low like...
Is Teesta a blurred hope for the northern people?
Khalid Saifullah : A plethora of sand covering the landscape across the horizon of the Teesta riverbed bewilders the visitors, creating an illusionary scene of...
Desperate exodus to Europe for better life We can’t ignore the human cost of such illegal migration
Bangladesh faces a sobering reality as revealed in the recent launch of the World Migration Report 2024 in Dhaka. A shocking 12 per cent of...
Transforming higher education for Vision- 2041
Prof MM Shahidul Hassan, PhD : Bangladesh has set an ambitious yet achievable goal to become a developed country by 2041. Central to this vision...
We must address the woes of families left behind: Remittances are crucial, but neglecting social cost is shortsightedness
Bangladesh’s economic success story is intertwined with the exodus of millions of male workers seeking opportunities abroad. Remittances sent back home fuel countless families and...
Pay heed to public priorities in formulating budget for all
A recent discussion hosted by Citizen’s Platform for SDGs highlighted the critical need for a national budget that reflects the aspirations of the people and...
Identity formation among youths in a changing culture
Dr. Matiur Rahman : Bangladesh, a nation steeped in rich traditions and a vibrant cultural heritage, is witnessing a fascinating metamorphosis in its youth culture....
Passengers’ safety in jeopardy as railway resorts to mess in system
Bangladesh’s railway system stands at a critical juncture. Recent accidents, like the one at Joydebpur junction, expose the persistent issue of train disasters. While commendable...
Sustainable urban planning: Lessons from China
Al Mamun Harun Ur Rashid : Climate change is wreaking havoc all around the world. Taking the matter most seriously, China a long time ago...