THE THIRD VIEW
Editor and publisher, The Daily Star
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
Bangladesh needs a new political party with youthful energy, spirited patriotism, and genuine love for the poor and downtrodden.
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We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.
Sadly, some very disturbing signs can still be seen that are posing a new set of threats against free press.
On the occasion of its 34th Anniversary, The Daily Star is proud to present a special 200-page supplement, divided into five segments.
Our people, but for whose hard work, sacrifice, and love for the country we would not have come where we have, deserve better.
BNP to some extent and AL to a far greater extent have changed Bangladesh. Can’t we expect them to change themselves, even a bit?
The prospect of a free and fair election is still eluding us.
The truth is, we have made a shambles of our elections and have weakened most of the accountability structures.
The intellectual trap refers to a country’s policymakers’ inability to ensure crucial intellectual freedom.
And it is being amended in the same way.
Pahela Baishakh is a reminder of our rich culture and beauty and we welcome the Bengali New Year with celebrations of our tradition in all its magnificence and glory.
Others will never do, as they only want to use us
On meeting Rokia Afzal Rahman for the first time, one would most likely be disarmed by her demeanour.
Many words are written every year in remembrance of the spirit of ’71. For all our essays, reports and opinion pieces on the legacy of the Liberation War, a certain texture of the history is nevertheless lost amidst the grand political narratives being crafted.