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When law enables environmental damage

Bangladesh has more than 200 environmental protection laws. Yet, our environment and natural resources continue to see unprecedented degradation.
5 June 2024, 04:00 AM

Changing trade policy directions is imperative now

The forthcoming FY2024-25 national budget must show that we mean business.
5 June 2024, 03:00 AM

Forests in Bangladesh are disappearing when we need them most

The rate of deforestation in Bangladesh is almost double the global average due to land use change and human activities.
5 June 2024, 01:00 AM

How to prevent another chemical tragedy from happening

Green chemistry scrutinises molecules for potential hazards to safeguard humans, plants, and the environment.
4 June 2024, 10:59 AM

Invest in assistive technology to boost economic growth

It is clear from a variety of experiences that assistive technology is more than just a tool; rather, it is a catalyst that helps people overcome barriers.
4 June 2024, 10:30 AM

Why recognising unpaid care work is important

A number of important studies related to unpaid care work have been carried out in the last few years.
4 June 2024, 06:00 AM

Break the syndicates, not the dreams of Malaysia-bound workers

It appears that the government is not interested in taking even the minimal responsibilities regarding the migrant workers.
4 June 2024, 04:00 AM

Inequity in education is holding us back

We need to support children from poorer socio-economic backgrounds.
4 June 2024, 02:00 AM

Taking our start-up ecosystem to the next level

Startups are vehicles through which people come together to develop a scalable innovation.
3 June 2024, 13:00 PM

The power of words: Nikki Haley’s call to ‘finish them’ off

Former US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley's recent visit to Israel ignited controversy.
3 June 2024, 11:00 AM

The untold agony of Cyclone Remal

The floodwaters left half a million people stranded.
3 June 2024, 05:00 AM

FY25 budget should focus on the right priorities

The national budget of FY2024-25 is set to be announced at a time when Bangladesh’s economy is going through a difficult phase.
3 June 2024, 02:00 AM

Liberal America’s dilemma: Balancing civil liberties with pro-Palestine protests

The Biden administration’s handling of campus protests is, in fact, an inevitable consequence of its illiberal acts in support of Israel.
2 June 2024, 09:35 AM

A symbol of our degradation

It is a rare instance in the world when a country is sending its raw materials—jute in the case of Bangladesh—abroad without utilising it themselves
2 June 2024, 02:00 AM

Are multilateral financial institutions doing enough to ensure climate justice?

She alleges that the development paradigm still reflects the colonial framework of power relationships.
2 June 2024, 01:00 AM

Earth: Our only home, our responsibility

It is crucial for us to acknowledge that our actions have profound consequences on this planet
1 June 2024, 06:01 AM

Protecting the best interests of children during divorce

Many have witnessed physical and emotional abuse taking place in the relationship between their parents.
1 June 2024, 06:00 AM

Kaiputra: The untold story of a discriminated and excluded community

The public, in general, also uses the same word but Kawara, in Bangla, is used in a derogatory way implying the community that lives with pigs.
1 June 2024, 04:07 AM

People are tired of pointless elections. But does AL care?

it is high time for the Awami League to do some soul-searching.
1 June 2024, 01:00 AM

Do you know about hope molecules?

At the base of the connection between physical exercise and mental health is the fascinating discovery of hope molecules.
31 May 2024, 10:00 AM