Column by Mahfuz Anam / The draft cyber law will restrict the media
25 September 2026
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THE THIRD VIEW
We tell women to speak up, but who defends them when they do?
25 September 2026
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A Closer Look
Oprotim's killing and the growing fear for our children’s safety
25 September 2026
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Views
A single digital ID can simplify life, but who will protect the data?
24 September 2026
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Views
We need reliable buyers to build more solar power
24 September 2026
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Why burden citizens with higher fuel costs instead of cutting less urgent expenses?
24 September 2026
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For women, ‘diversifying income’ can become another form of depletion
24 September 2026
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Where old ideas meet a new generation: A morning at the UN with Prof Yunus
23 September 2026
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Amid narrowing choices, we need a credible economic strategy
23 September 2026
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Time to put warning labels on unhealthy packaged foods
23 September 2026
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Will Hasina’s shadow continue to loom over Dhaka-Delhi ties?
Although there appears to have been some encouraging movement on both sides, the bilateral relations remains somewhat wary.
1 March 2025
What does a second republic mean?
In its first statement to the people, the National Citizen Party clearly declared a vision for a second republic in Bangladesh.
28 February 2025
The plight of migrant workers stranded in Russo-Ukrainian war zone
Rahmat Ali, trafficked to Russia, feared death; Kabir killed in a drone strike.
28 February 2025
How can a convicted killer escape?
In Bangladesh, injustice is routine, and law and order are mere suggestions.
28 February 2025
Why the army’s prolonged role in law enforcement is not a good idea
On Monday, Chief of Army Staff Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman said the army must continue working to maintain law and order until Bangladesh gets an elected government.
28 February 2025
Editors, don't become PROs of proprietors
We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.
27 February 2025
Reform quota system in academic admissions
The core issue with the quota system lies in allocating fixed percentages without considering the actual number of eligible candidates in a given year.
27 February 2025
Resolving the Rohingya crisis: Does Bangladesh need to shift gear?
Bangladesh should explore all possible options to revive the discussion on resolving the Rohingya crisis.
27 February 2025
CO2 mineralisation can help curb pollution in Bangladesh
Integrating CO2 mineralisation into its industrial zones could unlock both environmental and financial rewards for the country.
27 February 2025
Jaishankar’s remarks on Bangladesh: A deeper understanding is necessary
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently made some strong remarks about Bangladesh at the Delhi University Literature Festival.
27 February 2025
Between tradition and taboo: The arranged marriage trope in Bangla dark romance literature
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not endorse or condone any form of abuse or exploitation.
26 February 2025
Inside Ekushey Boi Mela: Books, readers and more
The Amar Ekushey Boi Mela unfolds like a familiar story -- one that returns every February, carrying with it the weight of history, the pulse of the present, and the dreams of a generation yet to come. It is a homecoming for readers, writers, and dreamers alike, a place where stories old and new find their way into eager hands
26 February 2025
Why children’s voices matter in unlocking their full potential
Parents in Bangladesh generally struggle to acknowledge even teacher-led play as an acceptable teaching tool.
26 February 2025
Innovation, cutting-edge research can unlock the Bay of Bengal’s potential
Ocean ecosystems provide the fundamental natural resources that underpin the ocean-based economy.
26 February 2025
Bangladesh Bank governor’s unfiltered remarks: A cause for concern?
“Mansur is a knowledgeable and well-intentioned governor, but given the sector’s sensitivity, he should exercise extreme caution in his public remarks”
26 February 2025
Street crime is a product of desperation, poverty, inequality
Criminal behaviour thrives when a nation fails to provide for the well-being of its citizens.
26 February 2025
How zila parishad can be an effective local government body
The Local Government Reform Commission’s recommendation to give zila parishads a stronger planning function makes sense.
26 February 2025
My mother’s golden boy
Col Anisuzzaman, 50, died bravely in the 2009 BDR mutiny, serving his country.
25 February 2025
Bangladesh must discard its archaic foreign policy
July-August uprising looks to shift Bangladesh's foreign policy towards sovereignty.
25 February 2025
Stop malicious attempts to increase gas, electricity prices
Long-term cost hikes hurt energy sector; BERC lost neutrality, harming consumers.
25 February 2025