Recent developments, such as India’s outreach to Myanmar’s armed groups, reflect a shifting regional strategy.
The Bangladesh Climate Action Forum 2024 which recently concluded in Dhaka was a huge success and surpassed all expectations.
Persistence of unruly activities by party members is alarming
Areas outside Dhaka deserve particular focus
How can we expect students to learn in an unsafe environment?
Dr Worthy and Dr Mitheen not only opened their doors to the wounded but also converted the garage of their building on Satmasjid Road into a makeshift clinic.
The mass movement in July and August 2024 had not only resulted in the tragic death of hundreds and severe injuries to thousands, but also subdued economic activity.
Given the current economic reality of Bangladesh, recovering stolen assets must be a top priority for the interim government.
The former government left a lot of debris in its wake that needs to be cleaned up.
Syed Waliullah’s (1922-1971) debut novel Lal Shalu drew significant attention upon its release but faced mixed reviews, including outright rejection. Since then, it has been translated into multiple languages, adapted for the stage, and made into a film. Today, it is regarded as the first major modern novel by a Bengali Muslim writer.
Fifty years ago, in October 1974, Abul Hashim, a prominent political leader of the then dissolved Bengal Provincial Muslim League (BPML) breathed his last in Bangladesh, leaving behind an important political legacy now long forgotten.
In the often-treacherous world of showbiz, there is always “something else” beyond mere skill, charisma, and looks that contributes to stardom.
The National Human Rights Commission of Bangladesh responds to an editorial by The Daily Star.
There are no visible changes yet.
The trainee doctors at BSMMU have been demanding an increase of monthly allowance from Tk 20,000 to Tk 50,000 – a demand which is justified.
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After the fall of the Hasina government, the stock market started to turn around, but now the picture is different. Again, the shares of some companies are increasing abnormally. Is there any manipulation behind it
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Golam Mortoza, the editor of The Daily Star Bangla, talks to Ahsan Habib on the current issues of the hilly region
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Mohammad Abdul Qayyum, former National Project Director of the Comprehensive Disaster Management Programme (CDMP) and adjunct faculty at Dhaka University, talks to Naznin Tithi of The Daily Star about the weaknesses of our flood management efforts this year as well as the importance of stronger coordination and better flood forecasting.
Despite efforts and three decades of education-focused interventions, Bangladesh continues to be ranked eighth in the world today in terms of the incidence of child marriage.
At present, there are four areas of profound challenges that require a more proactive approach.
Bangladesh’s portrayal as a victim of climate change overlooks its potential to lead in education for sustainable development.
While no ranking platform is entirely comprehensive or flawless, it is better to participate in reliable ones.
The systemic barriers that hinder girls’ pursuit of education have continued to remain deeply ingrained in our society.
Reckless and unsubstantiated use of murder charges will only make a farce of the law, not bring justice to those who deserve it.
For ecological monitoring of wildlife, Bangladesh government needs to fund and implement projects as per the new framework.
Prioritising mental health is not merely a benevolent choice, it is a strategic imperative.