International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. / Violence against women is a denial of human rights
November 25 highlights the global issue of violence against women and its impact.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women / The nation still failing its women
Violence against women in Bangladesh feels like an existential tragedy.
COP29 negotiations: The deadlock over cardinal issues
Developing countries require about $6-8 trillion a year for climate action but some analysts view this as sleight of hand accounting.
Can Bangladesh reduce income inequality by 2030?
In Bangladesh, challenges hindering the achievement of economic equality are: low public expenditure on education, training, health, rural development and social protection.
How will Donald Trump’s foreign policy affect the world?
Trump has maintained a strong rhetoric, blaming China for economic abuses and promising to impose tariffs.
The case for internal reforms within political parties
Political parties in Bangladesh need to reconsider their governance structures, taking cues from liberal democracies around the world.
Are our children and graduates ready for the future world?
We need to prepare our children for jobs that will change due to automation and technological advancements.
Can academia learn from cricket?
Both cricket and academia remind us that every match, every research paper, every innings, and every research presentation is a part of a larger journey.
Democracy dies undefended
What can we learn from the American disaster? First, that democracy isn’t easy.
2024 SAFF Women's Championship: Give women opportunities, and they will deliver greatness
Football in the women's circuit has received a welcome boost from some inspiring examples from the international football stage.
Rethinking Bangladesh’s deficit financing
Financing a deficit budget through non-marketable securities like the National Savings Certificate has a set of challenges.
Funding decarbonisation in RMG sector requires smart policies
The challenges are multifaceted, from a heavy reliance on fossil fuels to inefficiencies within factory operations.
Sundarbans must be protected at all costs
The Rampal power plant is causing various environmental issues, harming the forest and the Pasur and Maidara rivers near the forest.