Putin’s invasion of Ukraine represents a flagrant violation of the UN Charter and an attempt to challenge the international order.

Traditional contractionary policies may not be suitable for Bangladesh’s unique economic structure.

On World Toilet Day 2024, it is imperative that both the government and private actors unify to create environments that support dignity, health, and productivity for all women in Bangladesh.

The government must recognise that when push comes to shove, the conditions of existence precede any abstract promises of progress or growth.

The interim government needs to quickly set an agenda that reaffirms its commitment to upholding women's rights.

I believe COP29 holds major promise for the future of circularity and sustainability in Bangladesh’s RMG sector.

Ultimately, the battle between extractive and inclusive institutions is not just a fight over resources; it is a fight over the future direction of the country.

Given Bangladesh's performance in Open Budget Survey 2023, there is room for improvement in the country's budget process.

The BNP leadership’s pledge that no future head of government will abuse power or act arbitrarily must also be reflected within the party itself.

Proponents of CRT believe that racist practices are not individual or idiosyncratic, but are inherent in institutions, policies and structures of governance.

As the global focus shifts from merely mitigating climate change to adapting to its inevitable consequences, Bangladesh faces a survival challenge.

Addressing the underlying causes of unrest and mitigating the structural issues are needed to ensure the sector's long-term viability.

After the liberation of Bangladesh, Bhashani continued to exert significant influence by holding the ruling Awami League accountable on critical issues such as drafting the constitution and addressing the food crisis.

Leadership failures are most apparent when decisions exacerbate inequality, suppress free expression, and sustain inefficiencies.

The idea of dedicating a day to promote harmony and peaceful coexistence—a day that fosters diversity, justice, and understanding across borders, cultures, and beliefs—seems promising in theory.

Bangladesh has a class problem which deters from effective conversations about the many barriers to operational unionisation in the garment industry.

Bangladesh’s interim government (IG) has taken critical steps towards stabilising the country and signalling a new direction.

Culturally, in Bangladesh, where instant gratification is preferred, agriculture startups could spark interest through their comparatively low investment costs and swift returns.

Dr Samina Luthfa, associate professor at the Department of Sociology in Dhaka University, talks about the recent controversy surrounding Shilpakala Academy and the theatre scene in Bangladesh with Monorom Polok of The Daily Star.

Being a low-lying delta, we are highly susceptible to sea-level rise, which is causing coastal erosion, displacement of communities, and saltwater intrusion into agricultural lands.