Prof Mozaffar -a name to be remembered forever
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : If we review the history of contemporary politics in Bangladesh, it will be seen that it is difficult to find...
Editorial
Concerted efforts needed to address the ongoing severe heatwave
As the scorching heat wave tightens its grip across Bangladesh, life has been thrown into disarray. With temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels, authorities have taken...
Navigating the turbulent waters of our time
Dr Matiur Rahman : In an era of rapid globalisation, technological advancement, and geopolitical complexity, humanity faces many pressing issues that demand urgent attention and...
Tackling the water crisis in Rajshahi: Urgent action needed
The arid landscapes of Rajshahi and its environs are witnessing a crisis of unprecedented proportions: the looming threat of water scarcity. Once thriving rivers now...
A call to action to protect our children from the wreck of summer
In the relentless grip of Bangladesh’s unforgiving heatwave, the plight of little Madeya Momtaz, courageously battling pneumonia in the crowded confines of a hospital ward,...
Does the latest decision of NCTB talk about a sound planning of evaluation of the learners?
Masum Billah : The curriculum introduced in January last year has yet to see the established and accepted evaluation system that has sparked a lot...
Quality education requires transforming the teaching profession
Md Bayazid Khan : Teachers are the central to learning and the precondition to achieving inclusive and equitable quality education for all. Quality education can...
Why do rural people bear the brunt of load shedding?
Load shedding is accelerating in proportion to scorching heat. Especially, people in rural areas are suffering unspeakably due to power outages for hours. The meteorological...
Readers’ Voice: Enhancing awareness of explosive substance usage
To tackle the risk of earthquakes, Bangladesh now needs to deal with the ‘explosion problem.’ Several incidents of explosions in the past have raised our...
Deception closes the door of peace!
Md. Al Amin : Deception is not only an unethical deed but also a vile process of spoiling people’s trust. It is also a criminal...
Deadly mistake: How old buses paved the way for tragedy
Yesterday’s horrific accident in Faridpur, claiming 14 lives, is a stark reminder of the deadly consequences of prioritizing convenience over safety. The bus involved, the...
Navigating Bangladesh’s Economic Crossroads: Challenges and Imperatives
As Bangladesh finds itself at a critical economic juncture, recent data paints a worrisome picture. With inflation nearing double digits and GDP growth witnessing a...