This Day in History
1788:US Constitution comes into effect 1498: Jews are expelled from Nuremberg, Bavaria 1788: The population of Vizille, France, demands local parliament 1945: US defeat Japanese...
Editorial
Education for an enlightened future
In every age of human history, civilisation has advanced because people dared to ask questions. Long before the existence of schools and universities, our ancestors...
Quality education begins with quality teachers
Education is often described as the backbone of a nation, and rightly so. It is one of the most powerful tools for reducing poverty, promoting...
Who profits from the drug trade?
The government’s proposed amendment to the Narcotics Control Act 2018 reflects an understandable desire to confront the growing threat of narcotics and the crimes associated...
What’s in the US Iran peace deal?
The leaders of the United States and Iran have signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding to end the war between their countries, as well as...
The border must not bleed
Recent reports by Human Rights Watch (HRW) and statements in Bangladesh’s Parliament regarding the border unrest have once again drawn attention to the troubling situation...
Ten budget goals and the road to better healthcare
The proposed national budget allocates BDT 69,409 crore to the health sector, representing 1.02 per cent of GDP. This marks a historic milestone, as Bangladesh...
Budget FY27: A shift towards pro-people economy
The true success of an economy cannot be measured solely by GDP growth, per capita income, or macroeconomic statistics. For ordinary citizens, economic progress is...
Rise in aggressive behaviour
There has been a noticeable rise in aggressive behaviour, lack of patience and unwillingness to accept differing opinions. People are becoming impatient and more prone...
This Day in History
936 Louis IV [Louis of Overseas], crowned King of France1269 King Louis IX of France decrees all Jews must wear a yellow badge in public...
Revenue ambition should meet Fitch’s reality check
Fitch Ratings’ assessment of Bangladesh’s FY2026-27 budget offers a timely reminder that ambitious fiscal targets alone do not guarantee economic success. While the government’s latest...
Budget 2026-27: What matters for?
A national budget contains a philosophy and the context of the budgetary disparity in income, wealth and opportunity in Bangladesh. The budget could enhance its...