The July Movement in Bangladesh fused protest with digital defiance, using social media to bypass media silence, mobilize voices, and challenge power. It reshaped activism, highlighting social media’s role in truth, trauma, and transformation.

For decades, Bangladesh’s political arena has been dominated by leaders who thrive not through vision or service, but through intimidation, wealth, family, and connections.

A reflection on Bangladesh's post-Awami League crisis and the need for unity and reform.

Dr Iftekharuzzaman, executive director of Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB), speaks with Naznin Tithi of The Daily Star.

A presidential system would allow any individual, irrespective of party affiliation, to run directly for the highest office, breaking the monopoly of legacy politics and creating space for new leadership and innovation.