Why political Islam has withstood decades of repression
Mohammad Abu Rumman : Political Islam has become a driving force against the status quo in many Arab countries – the primary recourse for populations...
Editorial
Global Status Report on Drowning Prevention 2024: Steps to be taken tackling yearly 21,000 preventable deaths in Bangladesh
Md Shafkat Hossain, PhD: Drowning is a leading cause of mortality in Bangladesh, particularly among children, with significant socioeconomic and public health implications. The “Global...
Any inaction in combating crime is also a crime that we can’t ignore
The recent spate of violent incidents in Khulna city is a stark reminder of the challenges facing law enforcement and the urgent need for effective...
Hero Alom, an elite goat, and Hasina’s takedown
Dr. Ariful Islam, Dr. Mohammad Imtiaz Hossain and Mohammad Fakhrul Islam : Corruption and the misuse of power are democracy’s cruellest betrayals, where leaders exchange...
Fiscal resilience must be maintained by tackling politico-bureaucratic hurdles
The recent report from the National Board of Revenue (NBR) paints a concerning picture of Bangladesh’s fiscal health, revealing a significant shortfall in revenue collection...
Trump 2 Pro Max
Farrukh Khan Pitafi : The pageantry of the American transition of power is captivating. It is easier to appreciate it this year because, barring a...
PGCB’s unusual share trading needs to be investigated to retain the trust of investors
The recent announcement by the Power Grid Company of Bangladesh (PGCB) regarding its decision not to issue dividends for the fiscal year ending June 30,...
AI can be a major export sector for Bangladesh
Dr. Tanvir Abir : The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has reshaped global economies, industries, and societies. Countries that strategically invest in AI are not...
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...
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...