First death due to HMPV virus in Bangladesh: Caution and public awareness needed
Dr. Muhammad Mahtab Hossain Mazed : The name of the newly discussed virus around the world is HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus). The horror of Corona is...
Editorial
Will Donald Trump’s return help establish world peace?
We congratulate Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on Monday. Through this, the journey of his second term...
Culture of heinous defaulted loans must be rooted out from banking sector
In a troubling revelation, Bangladesh Bank has reported that only 20.25 per cent of the Tk1.76 lakh crore in defaulted loans has been resolved in...
Future of Gen Z in Bangladesh
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : Gen Z in Bangladesh is a diverse generation defined by a variety of characteristics. They are the first generation to...
Reviving jute glory is possible through concerted efforts of the government
The decline of Bangladesh’s jute and jute goods exports for the fifth consecutive year is a troubling indicator of an industry that once thrived on...
PEACE model to address “Gen Z Stress” in Bangladeshi universities
Dr. Md Asadul Islam and Dr. Ariful Islam : “There is no health without mental health,” as former US Surgeon General David Satcher famously stated,...
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...
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...