International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People / How the Muslim world can do more for Palestine
The Muslim world has the resources, influence, and moral imperative to act, yet its disunity and complacency have left Palestine increasingly isolated.
16 Days of Activism / When digital space becomes a paradise for harassers
In the era of technology, gender-based violence too has taken a new form in the digital space in Bangladesh.
Building a lasting defence against fascism
We may have seen the fall of one fascist regime, but have we truly eradicated fascism itself?
We need to protect depositors from bank boardroom misuse
Having a well-balanced and accountable board is paramount, especially as a bank holds and manages the funds of depositors.
A radical economic shift is needed to save the planet
Yunus termed the current economic framework "wrong" because it rewards destruction.
Bangladesh needs a comprehensive care system
Changes in work pattern, migration, inflation and climate change make the care arrangements that heavily rely on families unsuitable.
‘Corruption is hijacking our development process’
Look at cities like Kolkata and Jakarta, where metros were built at much lower costs and in less time.
Time to enable the Competition Commission to dismantle syndicates
A bolstered Competition Commission can initiate inquiries into alleged syndicates and cartels either on its own or based on complaints, thus keeping the market in check.
12 steps to tame inflation and stabilise the market
There are 12 issues that policymakers should consider for short- and medium-term action on inflation.
Making the climate change battle inclusive
We need to ensure an intersectional approach to climate action.
Opportunity economy: An inclusive economic system for new Bangladesh
The Opportunity Economy (OE) is not only an inclusive economic system, but a new paradigm.
WB Yeats’s ‘Easter, 1916’ and Bangladesh’s July 1-36, 2024
What motivated our youth to defy death in order to free Bangladesh from the yoke of a brutal regime?
A new deal for Bangladesh-UK partnership in uncertain times
Even before the recent change of government in the UK, its role in Bangladesh has been shifting, especially bilaterally.