NHRC response to The Daily Star editorial
25 April 2024, 05:00 AM
Destruction of Hargazi Canal
24 April 2024, 08:18 AM
Trapped in a never-ending scroll?
31 December 2023, 13:37 PM
When will the government learn from past dengue outbreaks?
22 August 2023, 03:00 AM
Install fire-escape facilities in every building
17 August 2023, 20:03 PM
World Breastfeeding Week / We need more breastfeeding corners
2 August 2023, 00:00 AM
Climate change will further widen the class divide
14 July 2023, 07:00 AM
Who will listen to the woes of trainee doctors?
18 June 2023, 15:54 PM
Concern about widespread gas leaks
25 April 2023, 12:00 PM
Plug the brain drain
7 October 2022, 11:50 AM
Maintain safety at all costs
Amid the ongoing crisis, the government has decided to discontinue the nationwide general holidays keeping the livelihoods of the people in
30 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Treatment for Covid-19 patients
There have been plenty of reports on patients being denied treatment for multiple diseases in various hospitals across the country, especially if they displayed any of the symptoms of coronavirus.
29 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Sundarbans, our friend in need
At a time when the nation is grappling with the multifarious effects of the coronavirus pandemic, bracing for the recent “super cyclone”
28 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Virtual courts a reality now!
Since late March, the regular activities of courts across the country remained suspended due to the ongoing pandemic. However, earlier this month,
20 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Replicate One Minute Bazar
A few days ago, this newspaper reported on the Bangladesh Army’s brilliant initiative to set up “One Minute Bazar” on the playground of
19 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Address mental health
The lockdown has started to have an unfavourable impact on people’s mental health, not just here but all across the globe.
18 May 2020, 18:00 PM
‘Ek Takar Dokan’ a good call
I was overjoyed to learn about a Savar based youth organisation named Chobighor, and its timely initiative to help the needy during such difficult
17 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Bumper Boro harvest
It is heartening to know from a recent report published in this daily that Bangladesh ranks third in global rice production and that we have ample
16 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Sexual violence still rampant
It is indeed disheartening to know that as the pandemic continues to spread, many innocent girls and women are falling victim to sexual violence.
15 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Take care of your mental health
When the lockdown first began, it seemed unusual but tolerable. Over time, it has proven to be challenging in many ways as we remain within the
14 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Disposal of waste crucial
Many of us have been taking various measures to protect ourselves from the coronavirus, including using gloves and masks and hand sanitisers.
13 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Fruit adulteration
I recently came across reports of unscrupulous traders prematurely ripening fruits with poisonous chemicals. Although food adulteration occurs all
12 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Remdesivir sparks hope
I am delighted to learn that Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd has come forward with a solution to tackle the coronavirus infection with a drug named
11 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Are online classes feasible?
The importance of conducting and attending online classes during this crisis is no doubt undeniable. Both private and public universities have evaluated not only taking online classes but arranging assessment and examinations as well.
10 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Turkey’s response to AFP report
I am writing to you regarding the AFP news piece titled “Armenia decries crimes against ‘civilisation’ on genocide anniv” published on April 25,
9 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Protecting women and girls
As the global COVID-19 pandemic spreads, women and girls face heightened risks of domestic violence due to the lockdown. Shuttered
8 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Potential drug a ray of hope
It is indeed heartening to learn that six local drug makers are now ready to produce the experimental antiviral drug remdesivir, developed by an
7 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Reopening plan very risky
It came as a shock to me when I learned about the “partial” opening of the RMG sector late last month.
6 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Proper use of PPE
Are we using PPE in the right manner? I have heard from my peers who are serving as doctors in various hospitals that their authorities are compelling
5 May 2020, 18:00 PM
The magic of media
A few days ago, I came across a report in this daily titled “Toxic ship heading for Bangladesh” and was greatly worried abour the threat it posed to
4 May 2020, 18:00 PM