When should student union polls be held?

That should be determined by the needs of university students

10h ago

BNP’s show of force on Airport Road and a political culture that refuses to change

For an outside observer, it must be baffling that the BNP, having witnessed what the actions of the last 15 years did to the Awami League in three short weeks this summer, never even considered the fact that if they didn’t play fast and loose with people’s precious time like Sheikh Hasina used to, it would set a nice contrast in the minds of voters and the young generation.

12h ago

The truth about e-cigarettes

This decision by the interim government to ban e-cigarettes has no rhyme or reason and definitely has no transparency.

13h ago
Views

Views

Now is the time to act on Rohingya crisis

Bangladesh faces challenges managing the Rohingya crisis without a clear asylum policy.

Desire’s ripple effects and economic fallout

Our desires can also indirectly cause inflation by impacting the cost of production.

How food prices can be stabilised

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

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

Smartphones in classroom: Enhancing learning or undermining education

Impact of mobile phones on student learning and academic integrity in Bangladesh.

2w ago

To reverse medical tourism, we must strengthen local healthcare

Inadequate facilities, irregularities driving many patients abroad

2w ago

How our RMG sector can thrive in 2025

Beximco's problems are evidence of a number of ongoing problems in the garment industry.

2w ago

We must protect minorities from opportunist criminals

Recent incidents of violence complicate efforts to counter minority propaganda

2w ago

A guide to smuggling dreams and national nightmares

Few heists match the sheer audacity of the Awami League’s 15-year saga of economic escapades.

2w ago

The current gas crisis needs governmental focus

How does the government plan to tackle the looming gas shortfall in the upcoming summer?

2w ago

Dhaka’s desperate need for fresh air

Dhaka’s toxic air crisis requires urgent action to save lives and secure a healthier future.

2w ago

Dhaka is an island

Claiming that Dhaka is an island is an earnest call for an ecological and nature-oriented restoration of the city, and to experience.

2w ago

Three examples of badly-run public hospitals

Prioritise recruitment and efficient management

2w ago

July revolution and Prof Yunus: A winning combination

A transition from a dictatorial regime to democracy is almost akin to breathing life into a corpse.

2w ago