The potential for transformative change in Bangladesh’s society upon the return of post-exile Tarique Rahman hinges on a complex and contentious interplay of entrenched political dynamics and his …
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Ending all speculation, Tarique Rahman has touched down in Dhaka—an arrival that his party BNP and many citizens see not as a routine homecoming, but as the opening …
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The government’s projection that inflation may fall below 7% by June next year offers a note of cautious hope after a prolonged period of economic pressure. The …
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With nearly 19.5 million students enrolled from primary to higher secondary levels (BANBEIS, 2023), Bangladesh possesses one of the largest youth cohorts in South Asia, a demographic advantage …
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The last week in Bangladesh’s recent history compressed an extraordinary number of shocks into an alarmingly short span of time. It began on 12 December, when a young …
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In the past year alone, four major environmental negotiations have collapsed. Global talks on a treaty to cut plastic pollution fell apart. Governments did not agree on the …
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We ought to be alarmed by the recent confirmation from the Dhaka Metropolitan Police that a viral photo of Sharif Osman Hadi’s grave was fabricated and realize how …
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Editorial
The Cage of Captivity and the Cry for Freedom: A Cruel Picture of Wildlife Rights Violation
Animal Rights Day is observed annually in Bangladesh with calls for awareness, pledges of humanity, and discussions on animal protection. However, the reality on the ground seems to …
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As the scent of winter promises relief, the fresh produce markets of Dhaka are delivering a different kind of jolt: sudden and sharp price hikes on essential food items. For the …
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Bangladesh, long cited as a global hotspot and ground zero for climate change. Being swept by waves of recurrent disasters and intense weather, our nation of 170 million …