Rein in forex volatility with proactive economic policies
The recent developments in Bangladesh’s foreign exchange market reveal a complex interplay between regulatory intent and market realities. While the Bangladesh Bank has ostensibly embraced...
Editorial
Trump, Act II
Maleeha Lodhi : During the election campaign, President Donald Trump repeatedly said he wanted to “stop wars” and prevent the US from becoming embroiled in...
Pay heed to the voices that urge empowering civil society to attain SDGs
The recent seminar held at the CIRDAP Auditorium, organised by the COAST Foundation, CDP, and the BDCSO Process, has brought to light a pressing issue...
4IR and strategies for educational reform in Bangladesh
Dil Afrose Duetee : The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) represents an unprecedented technological shift, characterized by the convergence of digital, biological, and physical systems....
Economic growth at risk of inflation and pollution together
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2025 paints a stark picture of the economic landscape of Bangladesh, highlighting inflation as the most pressing risk...
Zakat for poverty alleviation in the context of Bangladesh
Abdus Salam Khan : Charity is highly valued in nearly every religion around the world, but in Islam, there is a specific form of charity...
Israel’s brutality despite the ceasefire is a tragic betrayal of peace in Gaza
The recent airstrikes by Israel, which claimed the lives of at least 77 Palestinians in Gaza just hours after a ceasefire agreement was announced, represent...
National unity and our youth leadership
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : After the fall of the fascist government of Hasina, the formation of a new government under the leadership of Dr....
Strict action must be taken against criminals to ensure security of public life
It is matter of deep concern that professional criminals have become active in the wake of police inaction after the July students uprising. We have...
The Historic Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement of 2025
Md. Shawkat Alam Faisal : After 15 months of unrelenting conflict, Israel and Hamas have achieved a critical truce and hostage release agreement. This agreement,...
This Ramadan can’t be a financial burden for devotees while buying fruits
As Ramadan approaches, the financial strain on middle and lower-middle-class consumers in Bangladesh is becoming increasingly evident, particularly in the realm of imported fruits. This...
Alliances and friendships in international relations
Murtoza Manzur : The recent comment by US President-elect Donald Trump about Turkey’s essential role in toppling the Assad regime and installing a former affiliate...