Political commitment needed for SME development
The recent observance of International MSME Day 2025 in Dhaka has underscored the pivotal role that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play in Bangladesh’s economic...
Editorial
The changing balance of power
Feroze Mithiborwala : The primary goals behind the Israel/US aggression on Iran were the following:1. The agenda was to bring about “Regime Change” in Iran,...
Tax gridlock imperils the economy; resolution can’t wait
Media reports on Sunday said the ongoing standoff between the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and its protesting officials under the banner of the NBR...
The growing landscape of Sukuk issuance in 2025 Focus on Oman, Bahrain, and Bangladesh
Dr. Md. Touhidul Alam Khan : As the global financial landscape continues to evolve, Sukuk-Islamic financial certificates akin to bonds-are emerging as a vital financing...
Bangladesh’s fair trade stand against US tariffs deserves support
Bangladesh’s formal counter-proposal to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) marks a critical step towards ensuring a more balanced and equitable trade partnership. This newspaper...
Higher education reform must include non-teaching staff
Helal Uddin : After the July uprising in 2024, several reform commissions were constituted with the aim of reconstructing the nation. However, it is deeply...
Retired teachers deserve dignity to get their benefits, not delay
The growing backlog in the disbursement of retirement benefits for non-government teachers and employees under the Monthly Pay Order (MPO) scheme is an alarming reflection...
From the Buriganga to the Yangtze: Bangladesh must harness rivers for development
Al Mamun Harun Ur Rashid : Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ recent call to protect the country’s natural ecosystems is a timely and important reminder...
Plastic pollution, a major threat to nature and biodiversity
This year’s World Environment Day was observed in Bangladesh on Wednesday with the slogan ‘No more plastic pollution, it’s time to stop’. Plastic pollution has...
Standing against Indian push-ins: A call for nat’l solidarity
Md Abdullah Al Zobair : The recent political upheaval in Bangladesh, culminating in the “Monsoon Revolution” that saw the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina regime...
Fiscal measures must balance revenue goals with consumer realities
The government’s recent decision to raise the advance tax (AT) on commercial imports from 5 to 7.5 per cent, while reducing it for industrial importers,...
English in global mobility
Mohammad Rukanuddin : Being able to communicate in English is more crucial than ever in the connected world of today. English is frequently referred to...