From Trump’s return to Hasina’s ouster
Jyotsna Mohan : The curtain falls on a year that has bled like an open wound not allowed to heal. 2024 re-defined conflict, where not...
Editorial
Shake off the dilemma of taking new policy for dealing with Myanmar
The recent ascendancy of the Arakan Army in Myanmar’s Rakhine State has fundamentally altered the geopolitical landscape along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border. This newspaper on Tuesday...
Happy New Year from death row
Jawed Naqvi : IT’S not difficult to suppose that prisoners also celebrate the New Year, including those on death row. With the advent of the...
Bangladesh should quest for alternative funding sources
The recent data from the Economic Relations Division (ERD) paints a concerning picture of Bangladesh’s foreign loan landscape. Our newspaper on Monday reported that with...
Bangladesh’s Arakan Army dilemma
Dr. Azeem Ibrahim : The surprising ascendancy of the Arakan Army in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, with the group now controlling the entire 271-km border with...
Growing crisis of wage stagnation and inflation
The economic landscape in Bangladesh is increasingly alarming, as the persistent gap between wage growth and inflation continues to erode the purchasing power of the...
The picture is speaking
Mujeeb-ur-Rehman Shami :The picture I am seeing, which kept my eyes glued, which mesmerized me, was taken thousands of miles away. Probably captured in some...
These are not just accidents, but deliberate killings that must be stopped now
The recent spate of road accidents in Bangladesh, particularly the tragic incidents in Munshiganj and Pabna that claimed the lives of eight individuals and left...
Islamic finance: A catalyst for sustainable development
Md. Touhidul Alam Khan : As nations worldwide pursue sustainable growth and equitable development, the financial sector’s role has become pivotal. Islamic finance, grounded in...
China must consider our concerns over construction of hydropower project in Tibet
The proposed mega hydropower project in Tibet, initiated by the Chinese government, has raised significant concerns for Bangladesh and its ecological future. As per a...
Democracy and people’s interest
Dr. Forqan Uddin Ahmed : From 2000 to 2024, Bangladesh has experienced significant change, marked by political shifts, economic growth, and social advancements while facing...
Confronting the Crisis: Inaction will only fuel further instability
The alarming surge in violent crime across Bangladesh, particularly in the capital, Dhaka, demands immediate attention and action from both the interim government and law...