Banning party activities: Govt amends anti-terror law
The interim government is set to bring the curtain down on the Awami League as a functioning political party.
11 May 2025, 18:04 PM
22 sectors still pay wages below poverty line
At least 22 sectors in Bangladesh continue to pay their workers much less than what is needed to meet basic human needs.
30 April 2025, 18:01 PM
22 out of 35 parties want caretaker govt system
As per proposals sent to constitution reform commission
18 April 2025, 18:01 PM
The spirit of Mujibnagar government can still guide us
It envisioned a republic built on the principles of equality, human dignity, and social justice
17 April 2025, 04:54 AM
What is Pahela Baishakh if not a dawn of hope?
As the crimson sun rises on the first day of Baishakh, its golden rays spill over a land alive with colour, music, and tradition
14 April 2025, 05:25 AM
Constitutional reforms: Most parties want changes in basic principles, preamble
Perceived to be an embodiment of the July uprising, the interim government was empowered with an overwhelming mandate for reforms.
13 April 2025, 18:01 PM
Bangladesh moves to deal with US tariff shock
As new US tariffs shake global trade routes, Bangladesh is pursuing a plan to reduce its trade imbalance with the US through targeted import increases, regulatory reforms and behind-the-scenes diplomacy. Bangladesh is not panicking and may even stand to gain, officials said yesterday.
5 April 2025, 18:01 PM
Transnational education: Expanding access to world-class learning in Bangladesh
For many students, pursuing higher education abroad remains an unattainable dream due to high costs and logistical challenges. However, transnational education (TNE) is reshaping the global learning landscape, offering internationally recognised degrees without the need to leave one’s home country.
22 March 2025, 19:01 PM
A charter of reforms for next govt
The goal of the reforms should be eliminating the legal and institutional frameworks that allow one to become an autocrat, said Muhammad Yunus
15 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Form separate body to redraw constituencies
The Electoral Reform Commission has proposed a new law in line with internationally accepted guidelines, such as maintaining impartiality and ensuring true representation, while demarcating parliamentary constituencies.
15 February 2025, 18:00 PM
BNP, Jamaat on collision course
The BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami now seem to be poles apart over when the local and parliamentary elections should be held and the proportional representation system in the House.
13 February 2025, 18:00 PM
EC seeks record Tk 2,794cr for next nat’l polls
The Election Commission has sought Tk 2,794 crore for conducting the 13th parliamentary election, making it the costliest poll in Bangladesh’s history.
12 February 2025, 18:54 PM
Preparing for election: EC targets Dec to get all its tasks done
There is no hard and fast decision on when the next election will be held, but the Election Commission is making preparations to hold it in December.
11 February 2025, 21:30 PM
It contradicts spirit of constitution, uprising
Political analysts have opposed the Electoral Reform Commission’s recommendation of making a bachelor’s degree mandatory to become a member of the upper house in the proposed bicameral legislature.
7 February 2025, 21:21 PM
Reform now at crucial stage
Poised on the cusp of discussions on its much-promised reforms, the interim government completes six months in office following a wave of turbulence.
7 February 2025, 19:47 PM
Only wealthy have access to politics
Elections in Bangladesh are an expensive affair, with candidates spending between Tk 5-10 crore to secure nominations and for their campaigns, according to a report by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy.
1 February 2025, 19:37 PM
Polls may come sooner than later
As speculations swirl around the timing of the next general election, remarks from election commissioners and historical precedents suggest that the highly anticipated 13th national polls may take place this December or next January.
29 January 2025, 20:29 PM
Election likely to be earlier than later
Scenarios point towards a December-January election
29 January 2025, 05:41 AM
Primary education reform: Classroom size of 30 for better learning
The government committee on primary education is set to recommend a classroom size of 30 so that teachers can give extra attention to weaker students to help with their learning.
27 January 2025, 18:06 PM
Make voting a fundamental right
The Constitutional Reform Commission proposes voting to be recognised as a fundamental right, so that people can seek legal remedies if it is violated.
22 January 2025, 18:54 PM
3 in 4 fear autocratic resurgence if politics doesn’t change
Almost 74% people warned of this resurgence if nominations continued to be sold off
18 January 2025, 03:53 AM
Reform commission reports: Proposals seek to bring youths into JS
Reform commissions on the constitution and election process have both recommended measures that increase opportunities for the youth to run for parliament and become more involved in politics, sparking both hope and criticism.
17 January 2025, 18:10 PM
Political parties: Elect leaders by secret ballot
Two reform commissions have proposed changing laws to ensure democracy within political parties and promote transparency and integrity in their financing, including election funding.
16 January 2025, 18:02 PM
So, what’s a bicameral parliament?
Simply put, a two-house parliament provides for better checks and balances, through more discussions and debates.
15 January 2025, 18:17 PM
NCTB prints wrong date for Abu Sayed's death in textbook
This apparent error has caused confusion among many.
5 January 2025, 10:48 AM
Democracy ends where leadership begins
The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties
4 January 2025, 18:28 PM
Maayer Daak finds a place in school text
Eighth grade English for Today includes chapter on Women’s Role in Uprising
3 January 2025, 06:08 AM
Proportional representation: It’s unlikely to be recommended
The Electoral Reform Commission is likely to refrain from recommending a proportional representation system, ignoring the proposal of most political parties.
2 January 2025, 18:23 PM