Make wealth disclosure mandatory for judges

Transparency is key to ensuring judicial integrity

12h ago

How Trump's economic policies will impact South Asia

Bangladesh will encounter various challenges and opportunities during Trump's second term.

4h ago

Stop illegal extraction of natural resources

Enforcement of environmental laws and regulations is needed to protect natural resources.

31m ago
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Price hike by business syndicate: Myth or reality?

Price hikes in Bangladesh are often blamed on syndicates, but the real cause is more complex.

How food prices can be stabilised

Bangladesh’s reliance on India for onion imports is a structural vulnerability that demands a long-term strategy.

Systemic failures, rising inequality, and the path to recovery

Until the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024, Bangladesh's economy was heavily shaped by rampant corruption, plundering, and illicit asset transfers.

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

Why the energy and power master plan must be reviewed

The current energy and power goals do not reflect the targets of Bangladesh’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), nor the SDG 7 on clean energy access.

1w ago

The 'kidult' conundrum

Explore the growing kidult trend: adults embracing nostalgia through toys and collectibles.

1w ago

Act now to secure a future for Rohingyas

Rohingya children in camps face a lost future without education or opportunities.

1w ago

Charting a path ahead for the RMG sector

Bangladesh has emerged as an economic success story, primarily through its booming ready-made garments (RMG) sector.

1w ago

Can we ever curb the menace of throwaway plastics?

Tackling widespread pollution needs stringent action

1w ago

Corporate climate action must not be ignored

The world’s largest corporations are responsible for a disproportionate share of global carbon emissions.

1w ago

What Bangladesh can learn from Argentina’s struggle with enforced disappearance

The Mayer Daak movement in Bangladesh has emerged as a powerful symbol of resistance.

1w ago

Waterways must not be crime hotspots

Ensure justice and a fair probe into the seven-murder tragedy

1w ago

Digital Bangladesh needs more digital progression

Explore how digital transformation and affordable internet can drive growth in Bangladesh.

1w ago

Civil service unrest over reform proposals is unacceptable

Disgruntled officers must help in the administrative reform process

1w ago