Lessons for Bangladesh from the Young Turk Movement
M. M. Ashaduzzaman Nour : The Young Turk Movement, which emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the Ottoman Empire, was a...
Editorial
Current wave of demonstrations in city for unjust demands must stop
As per a report published in this newspaper on Monday, the streets of Dhaka have become a battleground for discontent since the interim government took...
The economic impact of fertilisers on Bangladesh’s GDP
Dr. Nasim Ahmed : The fertiliser industry plays a crucial role in supporting the agricultural sector, a significant component of Bangladesh’s economy. Fertilisers are essential...
Dhaka must be a city for its inhabitants to live in without fear
The alarming rise in crime incidents across Dhaka, particularly in the capital, has become a pressing concern for residents and law enforcement alike. Despite assurances...
Are law enforcement agencies working for the fallen dictator?
Barrister Solaiman Tushar : The people appointed by the fallen dictator Sheikh Hasina are still in the top positions of the interim government. They are...
Reform economic policies to attract foreign investors
The continuous decline in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Bangladesh is a pressing issue that demands immediate attention. A report published in this newspaper yesterday...
Debt, defense, AI: Key themes shaping WEF 2025 in Davos
Sheikh Abdul Kader : The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) annual gathering in Davos set the stage for important discussions on global challenges. The theme, “Collaboration...
Cost of medicines not just a financial issue, but a struggle to save our life
As the cost of living continues to soar, the burden of rising medicine prices has become an alarming reality for many in our society. Reports...
Trump’s tariff gamble: balancing global capital, economic sovereignty
Harold James Princeton : While US President Donald Trump has left no doubt about his love of tariffs, the world is still waiting to see...
Take the fire hazards of 2024 as a cautionary call to safeguard lives and properties in 2025
As per a Tuesday report of this newspaper, the country recorded 26,659 fire incidents, resulting in the tragic loss of 140 lives, including two brave...
Abraham Accords-II?
Dr Moonis Ahmar : On the south lawns of White House on September 15, 2020, Israel, Bahrain and the UAE signed a landmark accord to...
Moving Roads: Paving the Way to a Sustainable, Traffic-Free Future
Dr. Sultan Ahmed & Kaynat Rahman : Can you imagine Dhaka without traffic jams? A city, where your daily commute takes minutes instead of hours,...