Tobacco tax hike: A win for health and revenue
Prof Dr. Mohammad Siddiqur Rahman Khan : The landscape of public health in Bangladesh is at a crucial turning point. Over the years, various government...
Editorial
Elections alone aren’t enough — reform can’t be the missing piece to gain credibility, legitimacy
As the political landscape becomes increasingly fraught in Bangladesh, the standoff between the interim government led by Nobel laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus and the Bangladesh...
Eid and Gaza
As Eid approaches, Muslims across the world prepare for celebration – buying animals, clothes, and gifts, anticipating a day filled with prayer, joy, and family....
The credibility of BBS statistics must be ensured
The credibility of the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) is crucial for information decision making and accurate policy implementation. Recently it has released provisional estimates...
Reflection of invincible and courageous Zia by life and works
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : Ziaur Rahman is a great hero in the history of Bangladesh, immortalized in the hearts of the nation for his...
Alarming UN blind spot on humanitarian aid in Gaza
The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached alarming proportions, exacerbated by the recent actions of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). While the GHF claims...
Bangladesh and global partnership in peacekeeping
Mohammad Tarequl Islam : United Nations Peacekeeping represents the central activity of the organization, fostering a distinctive global partnership. In 2025, the UN Peacekeeping force...
We can’t forget Gaza
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on May 15, 2025 welcomed former US President Donald Trump with traditional fanfare and high honours. Yet this is the...
Increase pension in upcoming budget
It is becoming increasingly difficult for old pensioners to meet household expenses on their modest pensions. The interim must show compassion by increasing pensions in...
Budget 2025-26 —What matters for?
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed: The government is planning to expand social safety net programs and increase the amount of allowances in the upcoming budget. There...
Inflation hits hard, wages stay flat — it’s a crisis of fairness
The persistent gap between wage growth and inflation in Bangladesh is a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. In its Tuesday issue, this newspaper reported...
Gas shortage poses a looming catastrophe for both industry and employment
As energy intended for industrial use is diverted to electricity generation and fertiliser production, mills and factories are struggling to maintain even minimal capacity. Our...