Bangladesh interim government
Don’t rush into serious decisions
Stating that the government should not make any hasty decisions regarding constitutional matters, BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday called upon all to maintain national unity at any cost to resist any plot by the evil quarters.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM
This weaponisation of legal cases must stop
Murder charge against ZI Khan Panna seems designed to harass him
21 October 2024, 13:50 PM
Govt to bar AL from ‘political participation’
The interim government will bar the Awami League and the like-minded parties from participating in political activities, said the chief adviser’s office yesterday.
19 October 2024, 20:05 PM
A bumpy road ahead for the economy amid risks and reform
The mass movement in July and August 2024 had not only resulted in the tragic death of hundreds and severe injuries to thousands, but also subdued economic activity.
15 October 2024, 01:30 AM
Reforms ahead of polls: BNP waits with cautious optimism
Having weathered a very difficult 15 years as de facto opposition, the BNP now wants only the essential reforms done to ensure free and fair polls.
13 October 2024, 18:09 PM
The indiscriminate arrests and murder charges
Reckless and unsubstantiated use of murder charges will only make a farce of the law, not bring justice to those who deserve it.
10 October 2024, 18:30 PM
Yunus’ economic gambit paying off
Two months ago, as Professor Muhammad Yunus waded into Bangladesh’s unprecedented political turmoil, he inherited economic chaos by default.
7 October 2024, 18:00 PM
Political parties want road map to polls
Leaders of major political parties yesterday asked Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus for a road map to reforms and the next general election.
5 October 2024, 18:00 PM
BNP's meet with interim govt: Roadmap for polls sought
The party also places several demands to Yunus, including removal of 'one or two' members of interim govt, removal of 'partisan judges'
5 October 2024, 08:26 AM
Civil admin issues must be resolved fast
Govt needs to act firmly but judiciously to restore order
2 October 2024, 05:00 AM
Reforms vital before the election is held
No specific timeframe was proposed by anyone in the government until now
26 September 2024, 14:00 PM
Eager to work with Prof Yunus-led interim government: US
The United States has trashed the speculation on US involvement in the recent student-led anti-government protests in Bangladesh
10 September 2024, 04:21 AM
An education memorandum
The interim government has to decide guidelines for the minimum reform targets to achieve, and where to begin.
10 September 2024, 02:00 AM
Column by Mahfuz Anam: Two hours with the chief adviser
The most challenging task the CA sought our help in was to work towards unifying the nation.
5 September 2024, 18:30 PM
The alterations we need in our Election Commission
Elections are of paramount importance to a country’s quality of democratic governance.
1 September 2024, 06:00 AM
Councillor crisis must not affect essential services
Dhaka ward councillor offices provide 14 types of services
30 August 2024, 07:00 AM
Bangladesh’s path to principled governance
Bangladesh can synthesise a governance model that works for its people—Boishamma Birodhee Jonogan (BBJ).
26 August 2024, 05:00 AM
How will Bangladesh-China relations shape up?
The interim government must talk about jobs, industrialisation and the partnership with China
22 August 2024, 05:00 AM
Govt must restore discipline in civil administration
Stability is vital to keep public offices running smoothly
20 August 2024, 04:30 AM
Absconding mayors have created a crisis, but also an opportunity
Public service must be the only priority of newly installed CEOs
17 August 2024, 06:00 AM