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Is there a way to build a corruption-free society?
The precondition for building a corruption-free state is building a corruption-free society.
8 December 2023, 14:00 PM
VIP movements are Dhaka’s undiagnosed illness
If the capital's traffic condition makes you angry, you're normal
8 December 2023, 01:00 AM
Does India have a hit list?
The attempted murder of Sikh separatist, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US citizen, in New York City, allegedly at the behest of an Indian government official in New Delhi, has cast a shadow over India’s global image.
7 December 2023, 10:34 AM
A civility test between Israelis and Palestinians
As opposed to the negative and pejorative assumptions about Palestinians, Israelis are routinely described as civilised and democratic.
7 December 2023, 03:00 AM
To combat gender-based violence, do away with systemic bias
Gender inequality and violence as the outcome of a society are symptomatic of the ethos that shape policies, family structures and opportunities for men and women.
7 December 2023, 02:00 AM
Justice and finance at COP28
COP28 in Dubai highlights the pressing issues of climate justice and financing amid a worsening climate emergency.
7 December 2023, 01:00 AM
How the sand mafia is killing our rivers
Illegal and indiscriminate sand extraction from the rivers is increasing at an alarming rate, with the backing of ruling party politicians, causing massive erosion of riverbanks and destruction of rural settlements and farmlands.
6 December 2023, 13:00 PM
Healthcare in Dhaka: A story of resilience and community
Some ICU doctors in Dhaka act like their advice is beyond questioning. But don’t be discouraged.
6 December 2023, 12:00 PM
We need to talk about climate migration
Being a deltaic low-lying plain with a long coast, Bangladesh is geographically susceptible to natural disaster.
6 December 2023, 02:00 AM
The most pervasive human rights violation
Addressing the urgency in Bangladesh during the 16 days of activism to end gender-based violence: a call for legal reforms, societal transformation, survivor-centric care, and support for women's organizations
6 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Issues our banking sector must address
As most of our economic sectors depend heavily on banks, it has created many problems for the banking sector and its depositors.
5 December 2023, 01:00 AM
Dying soil in need of care and justice
The relationship between soil and water plays a significant role in achieving sustainable and resilient agrifood systems.
5 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Are we taking the risk of earthquakes seriously?
Experts say a powerful earthquake will destroy vast amounts of infrastructure in Bangladesh.
4 December 2023, 13:05 PM
Can we finally put the Loss and Damage Fund to use?
Although the proposal for the Loss and Damage Fund was adopted at COP27, the declaration to operationalise it came at COP28.
4 December 2023, 09:21 AM
The need for a clear research agenda
It goes beyond providing research funding and serves as a guiding framework, enabling the institutions to align research goals with broader national and global priorities.
4 December 2023, 03:00 AM
Placing dummies as alternatives disenfranchises voters
We are witnessing an engineered intra-party contest as most of the independents belong to the ruling party.
4 December 2023, 02:00 AM
One Hochemin Islam, our constitution, and ‘cisterhood’
The decision against bringing in Hochemin Islam was disproportionate to meeting the goal (that is, of ensuring her safety) sought to be achieved.
4 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Decoding the Ramganj earthquake: How vulnerable is Bangladesh?
Analysing the recent earthquake can provide valuable information about future threats.
3 December 2023, 15:00 PM
Amartya Sen’s tribute to Ali Kaiser Hasan Morshed
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen sent this tribute to the family of Barrister Kaiser Morshed, a former foreign secretary, who passed away on November 23, 2023.
3 December 2023, 14:00 PM
Without proper follow-up, what is the point of COP28?
We don’t have the time anymore, and we, as the climate action community, are tired of saying this ad nauseam.
3 December 2023, 04:00 AM