If our political culture is to change, the functioning of our political parties must change dramatically.
Tajuddin led the nation during a bloody war with stupendous courage, determination, patriotism and exemplary leadership.
We have had so many reform commissions, but none on education, reflecting our own sense of priority.
A captain cannot abandon ship, especially when the sea is turbulent
Democracy does not seem to be our focus today. Because if it were, then shouldn’t we have been talking about elections more?
Reform of political parties is of urgent need
Just as the fundamental reforms are necessary for the country, so is an elected government.
Right now, there are two major issues: progress of reforms, and the prospect of election
Recent leadership changes may appear chaotic, but ultimately demonstrate political accountability
DSA’s new curbs and OTT draft rules give the opening
What is of serious concern for us is the secrecy with which the Press Council has dealt with the matter.
Will the amended Press Council Act further restrain free press?
While speaking at an event in Chattogram, last evening (August 18, 2022), our Foreign Minister Abdul Momen, said “I went to India and said Sheikh Hasina’s continuation must be ensured.”
If we want to stop being lectured by international bodies, then we as a people, and much more so our government, must listen to our own critical voices.
Nothing but their own voices reaches them
“Democracy will die if people don’t vote.” This is a very powerful statement from CEC Kazi Habibul Awal.
Religious tolerance is the most important value which a modern society must instil within itself, and Bangladesh is no exception.
The fact that Latifur Rahman, Shamim Bhai to us all, is no longer among us still feels unreal.
