Restricting Dhaka University: When safety meets public outrage

The restriction has forced many passengers to walk from the metro rail station or take a second ride to move through the campus.

10h ago

Ensure safety of our winter guests

Urgent actions are needed to safeguard migratory bird sanctuaries across Bangladesh.

12h ago

A 10-step proposal for election road map 2025

The proposed road map outlines a structured approach to achieving a credible electoral process and underscores the urgency of collaborative action.

14h ago
In Focus

In Focus

GALLOPING THROUGH HISTORY / The Tale of Ramna Racecourse

In 1825, Charles Dowes, the then Magistrate of Dhaka, initiated the clearing of the Ramna jungle using prison labour. He enclosed an oval-shaped area with wooden railings and introduced horse racing competitions. From that time, the white colonial officials and residents of Dhaka found a source of recreation at the racecourse.

Brains before bridges: Prioritising human capital over infrastructure

A glance at the recent history of the world’s most developed nations reveals a compelling truth: no country has ever achieved sustainable development without first investing in education and research.

BREAKING BARRIERS / The Journey of British-Bengali Women in Higher Education

In recent years, British-Bengali women have made significant strides in higher education, challenging stereotypes and overcoming systemic barriers. Drawing on in-depth interviews, this article delves into their journey, highlighting the challenges and achievements of these young women as they navigate their way through university and beyond.

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

‘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?

When will the administration be fully operational?

Watch today's Star Viewsroom to find out more

As the world changes, so must our English education

English is not a colonial relic but a necessity. It is the language of the internet, social media, and global culture.

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A new vision for social protection in the face of climate change

While full-scale ASP implementation will take several years, Bangladesh is well-positioned to embark on this transformative journey.

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On invisibilised violence

In classic Bengali fiction, the kitchen is a central site for conflict and community bonding.

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Workers deserve a better deal in new Bangladesh

We must honour their sacrifices in July uprising through proper initiatives and reforms

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Building a citizen-centric administration

Bangladesh's civil service needs urgent reforms to overcome politicization and inefficiency.

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Protect street children from sexual abuse

Existing legal, institutional frameworks failing to provide security

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Beyond the war of ideals: Bangladesh must be governed with pragmatism

What Bangladesh needs right now is justice and a path to healing.

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The resurgence of political cartoons

How political cartoons in Bangladesh overcame censorship post July uprising.

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What is Indian media’s gain in branding us as a Hindu-hating country?

What has shocked me is their refusal to fact-check what they are writing, broadcasting or televising—a basic duty of any journalist.

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A multidimensional analysis of rape

Rape and other sexual crimes are largely misunderstood because people refuse to understand or fail to understand why they are crimes in the first place.

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