A Son Returns to the UN Podium
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman walked to the podium of the UN General Assembly on 24 September (Thursday) in New York and let the weight of...
Editorial
Bangladesh’s Health Crisis: When Illness Threatens Economic Security
For a poor family in Bangladesh, falling seriously ill can mean losing far more than good health. Prolonged illness can wipe out savings, cut income,...
Tourism needs more than promotion
DESPITE the wealth of natural beauty and cultural heritage, Bangladesh has been struggling to develop a thriving tourism industry, though the country is blessed with...
Ban Plastic Use
Single-use of plastic is a pressing issue of in Bangladesh. The country must enforce stricter restrictions on plastic bags, as plastic waste poses serious risks...
From Manila to Bangladesh: Rethinking the role of youth and development
What happens when regional development, the aspirations of young people, the role of civil society, and the interests of business are discussed in the same...
Nazrul a poet of romanticism throughout, never a rebel poet only
We should ponder upon two profound questions: Why should Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam be categorized as a rebel poet all the time in his poetic...
Brain Drain and Capital Flight: Bangladesh’s Future at Risk
Human intellect and capital are the two primary pillars required to build the future of Bangladesh. Today, however, both these forces are leaving the country...
International Day of Older Persons: Protecting Seniors is a State Duty
GLOBAL life expectancy is rising. Between 1995 and 2025, average life expectancy increased by more than 8 percent. It currently stands above 73 years. As...
Keep Business and Industry Moving to Revive Bangladesh’s Economy
Bangladesh’s economy is at a critical juncture. The country’s economic strength can no longer be assessed by the headline growth rate alone. Investment, industrial production,...
Rising Crime Sparks Urgent Calls for Government Action
It is a cause of great concern that Dhaka appears to be transforming into a city of danger and terror day by day. Recent harrowing...
Xi Jinping and Bangladesh: From Historic Visits to a Shared Future
As China celebrates its 77th National Day on 1 October 2026, it is worth reflecting on the remarkable journey of China–Bangladesh relations through the role...
Rising Teen Violence Sparks Demands for Urgent Measures
THE reckless rampages of teenage gangs across various parts of the country, including the capital, Dhaka, have become a source of terror for the public....