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
Preventing hospital fires
Most of the hospitals and clinics in our cities are multistoried and lack proper fire escapes. Neither do they have emergency exits in case of other emergencies such as earthquakes.
31 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Teesta treaty is a must
Of the indecisive issues between Bangladesh and India which have been discussed since the last couple of years, Teesta water sharing is
30 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Capital shortfall of government banks
Government banks are running acute capital shortfall of Tk 15,000 crore as reported in the media. In this backdrop, the government is once again going to replenish a partial shortfall amount of Tk 4,000 crore from the budget allocation.
29 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Supplementary duty on powdered milk import
The price of powdered milk has skyrocketed in the past few months, forcing a good number of people to refrain from purchasing milk powder.
29 March 2017, 18:00 PM
My thoughts on the 'City and Region Plan Act-2017'
Recently, the cabinet has given approval for the draft of the 'City and Region Plan Act 2017'.
28 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Is our Central Bank duly fortified?
First, there was the electronic system failure leading to huge amounts of losses in foreign currency. And now we have the fire incident of March 23, causing damage to electronics and valuable documents.
27 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Save your daughters, contest the “Special Provision”
After years of struggle, we should be ashamed of what we have achieved in terms of women empowerment in Bangladesh. With respect
26 March 2017, 18:00 PM
This Independence Day, let us stand against terrorism
As a practising Muslim, I know that my religion teaches peace. Millions of Muslims, from the youth to Muslim scholars, are taking a stand
25 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Remembering a hero
There goes a saying, “Some have greatness thrust upon them, and some earn them by dint of their toils, trials and tribulations.”
24 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Saint Martin's Island needs improvements
The Saint Martin's Island is an important tourist spot in Bangladesh, with around 20,000 tourists visiting the place every day.
24 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Creation of Senior Teacher posts – a laudable proposal
A national English daily recently reported the government's decision to facilitate promotion of government school teachers by creating
23 March 2017, 18:00 PM
WASA water distribution requires intervention
WASA water distribution has been facing heavy mismanagement for the past few years, caused by a few corrupt staff members as well as
23 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Noise pollution making residential areas unlivable
The blaring noise of horns in the Uttara residential area, particularly from the airport intersection to Abdullahpur, makes it impossible for us to sleep at night or for our children to study during daytime.
22 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Delay in BCS appointment
PSC had last published the results of the 35th BCS on August 17, 2016. Seven months have passed since then.
22 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Clarity of prescription writing
Physicians are still using clumsy, illegible handwriting in prescriptions even after the high court order against the practice. Patients have
21 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Confirm DUCSU polls as soon as possible
Dhaka University Central Students Union (DUCSU) has provided momentous contributions from the time of its establishment - in the
21 March 2017, 18:00 PM
The rejuvenating 40s
Age has no impact on human productivity and aspirations, barring unfortunate illnesses or injury. I believe that linking age with
20 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Kudos to the Bangladesh Cricket Team!
We are euphoric and immensely proud of the Bangladesh cricket team for their victory on foreign soil against a strong home side, and that too in their 100th Test match. This is also Bangladesh's first Test win against Sri Lanka.
20 March 2017, 18:00 PM
We need sustainable development
The government as well as the people of Bangladesh must decide whether immediate economic benefits are worth the environmental...
19 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Exorbitant price of internet!
One of the key components of 'Digital Bangladesh' is people's access to the internet, and this includes citizens from all walks of life.
19 March 2017, 18:00 PM