Saudia Afrin

The Pulau Pari case thus serves as a wake-up call for countries like Bangladesh to seek climate justice.

Behind the walls and the daily chaos lies a harsher reality for the marginalised communities living in Dhaka’s bursting slums.

Bangladesh’s banking sector is witnessing a significant transformation as sustainable finance and green lending gain strong momentum.

For millions of Bangladeshi women, having a bank account was once a distant dream.

A conversation with Saiqa Iqbal Meghna, internationally acclaimed architect recognised by TIME’s World’s Greatest Places, Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, BRAC University, and Director & Partner at Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

The Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) now mandates rainwater harvesting for all new buildings constructed on plots larger than 300 square metres, marking a significant regulatory shift towards water-conscious development.

Despite growing participation in the economy, women entrepreneurs in Bangladesh continue to face systemic barriers that limit the scale and scope of their business ventures.

In the middle of Farmgate’s frantic rush, where buses roar and buildings crowd the sky, a quiet miracle unfolds each day.

When women hold families together through crises, manage budgets on shoestrings, and put others’ needs first, who protects them?

Shoppers are eagerly splurging on new outfits and thoughtful gifts for loved ones. As Eid-ul-Fitr—the most significant religious festival—draws near, sales of lifestyle products are surging, driven by heightened consumer demand.

A secure environment, well-maintained surroundings, and proximity to key locations are now essential considerations in real estate development.

Rajshahi, known by many names—The Clean City, The City of Mangoes, The City of Silk, and The City of Education—has a rich history as an administrative center.

The traditional production of clay-burned red bricks is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Bangladesh, leading to the annual loss of 1% of the country’s agricultural land.

Women in Bangladesh have made significant strides in education, employment, and leadership, yet full equality remains out of reach. Despite progress, challenges such as wage disparities, underrepresentation in decision-making, and gender-based violence persist.

As climate change accelerates, Bangladesh faces worsening threats from cyclones, floods, and rising sea levels, displacing millions and straining existing infrastructure.

TDS: How would you evaluate the current media scenario in Bangladesh?

The Daily Star (TDS): Why is labour sector reform the most urgent priority?

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of Bangladesh’s environment, and what are the most pressing challenges?

The Daily Star (TDS): After August 5, women and female coordinators of the movement appear to have gradually become less visible in initiatives and discussions. This raises an important question: can the discourse on state reforms truly represent the approximately 51% of Bangladesh’s population who are women, particularly in state-building and equitable resource distribution?

The Daily Star (TDS): Considering the significance of the July Movement, how do you perceive the overall concept of culture, particularly its role as a force for social transformation and identity formation?