In Focus

In Focus

New Contextualism: An architectural philosophy for deltaic Bangladesh

This endeavour seeks to offer a more nuanced, responsible, and humane approach to shaping our built environments

The untold story of Franklin Book Dhaka: In the shadow of the cold war

The Cold War was a war of armaments and ideologies—but it was also a war of words, fought in classrooms, libraries, and on the printed page.

The politics of recognition / How Bangladesh gained global legitimacy

When Bangladesh defeated Pakistan on 16 December 1971, one could be forgiven for assuming that the international community automatically recognised Bangladesh’s independence.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

NHRC response to The Daily Star editorial

The National Human Rights Commission of Bangladesh responds to an editorial by The Daily Star.

Destruction of Hargazi Canal

There are no visible changes yet.

Who will listen to the woes of trainee doctors?

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.

Views Multimedia

Views Multimedia

How accurate is Trump's claim about $29 million?

How might Trump's statement impact Bangladesh? How should Bangladesh actually handle this issue?

‘King's Party’ tag still sticks on BNP: Samantha Sharmin

What defines a youth-led movement? What ideologies would they embrace? Who are they inviting to join?

How could 30,000 foreigners stay here without valid papers?

Jamil Khan from The Daily Star discusses this issue with Sadi Muhammad Alok in today's Star Viewsroom

If we have Martyred Intellectuals Day, why isn't there a Martyred Workers Day?

Professor Dr Salimullah Khan holds an in-depth conversation with The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam.

Not only Rab, but entire state machinery involved in enforced disappearances

The Commission of Inquiry into Disappearances recommended that Rab be abolished. But the question is, will the number of enforced disappearances and murders decrease if Rab is abolished?

Let’s prioritise workers' interests for a change

Political will, proper implementation key to the success of labour reforms

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What would make a good leader in new Bangladesh?

There are some essential traits that leaders should demonstrate in these difficult times to lead the country.

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Pathways to the downfall of a regime

The erosion in the credibility of the Sheikh Hasina regime did not begin in July 2024.

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It’s high time to overhaul our tax system

Existing tax system has become a major hurdle to Bangladesh’s fiscal progress

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The people’s Pope dies after giving the final blessing

Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta at 7:35am.

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The role that the financial sector can play to combat climate change

The theme for this year is “Our Power, Our Planet.”

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Five climate action reforms that are doable

No space for Climate change in the ongoing reform debates but actions are needed.

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The many benefits of diversifying Bangladesh's capital market

The lack of product diversification in Bangladesh's capital market limits its growth and sustainability.

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The Earth as a bank and its ‘defaulters’

The planet, these ecosystems, they try to work with us.

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Policy choices for Bangladesh amid rising gas prices

From the perspective of attracting FDI, the gas price hike poses a significant challenge.

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