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Spreading false narratives will get Indian media nowhere

Indian journalists should uphold journalistic standards and present reports based on facts.
11 December 2024, 06:00 AM

Are our information systems secure enough?

Cyber-attacks are on the rise in Bangladesh, highlighting the need for robust security.
11 December 2024, 05:00 AM

University students deserve a better learning experience

In our university classrooms, passive lectures are still the dominant mode of teaching.
11 December 2024, 03:00 AM

Bangladesh must act in the ICJ Rohingya genocide proceedings

Despite hosting over a million Rohingya refugees for more than seven years, Bangladesh has conspicuously remained silent on the possibility of intervening in the ICJ proceedings.
11 December 2024, 02:00 AM

Calling on citizen warriors: Unite, resist, overcome

Bangladesh faces a disinformation war threatening its image, sovereignty, and unity.
10 December 2024, 09:00 AM

Our chance to be heard

Changing mindsets and media action are key to ending violence against women.
9 December 2024, 12:30 PM

Is post-uprising Bangladesh on the right track?

The interim government’s stated goal of establishing a liberal democracy may be overly idealistic given Bangladesh’s current social and political landscape.
9 December 2024, 09:00 AM

Miles to go 30 years after Beijing Declaration

The 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action will be observed, providing a timely opportunity to renew the sense of urgency and take action to reverse the trends of GBV.
9 December 2024, 06:00 AM

How significant is Rokeya today?

Defaced image of Rokeya Sakhawat Hossein raises questions on women's rights and feminism.
9 December 2024, 05:00 AM

Why bringing the laundered money back may not be easy

Dirty money is conveniently welcomed in host economies, becoming clean until proven otherwise.
9 December 2024, 03:00 AM

Why India cannot afford to undermine Bangladesh

Bangladesh and India stand at a crossroads; let us hope they choose the path of cooperation, not conflict.
9 December 2024, 02:00 AM

2 wars changed Syria’s fortune

In every crisis lies opportunity, and in every opportunity lurks crisis.
8 December 2024, 18:00 PM

Bangladesh needs to strengthen its political leadership

Effective political leadership is essential for achieving democratic governance.
8 December 2024, 07:00 AM

The shadows of everyday violence

Disrupting the cycle of GBV requires moving beyond performative outrage to bring about systemic change grounded in evidence-based strategies, beginning with enhanced data collection.
8 December 2024, 04:00 AM

How Indian media distorted two interviews with the CA's press secretary

The interviews presented a good example of the typical Indian disinformation campaign.
8 December 2024, 02:00 AM

Traffic problem, no problem!

Exploring Dhaka’s unique traffic culture and challenges through personal experience.
7 December 2024, 07:00 AM

A new vision for social protection in the face of climate change

While full-scale ASP implementation will take several years, Bangladesh is well-positioned to embark on this transformative journey.
7 December 2024, 02:00 AM

Building a citizen-centric administration

Bangladesh's civil service needs urgent reforms to overcome politicization and inefficiency.
6 December 2024, 09:00 AM

Beyond the war of ideals: Bangladesh must be governed with pragmatism

What Bangladesh needs right now is justice and a path to healing.
6 December 2024, 03:00 AM

The resurgence of political cartoons

How political cartoons in Bangladesh overcame censorship post July uprising.
6 December 2024, 02:00 AM