Corruption and bribery remain pervasive global challenges that deeply undermine governance, economic performance, educational systems, the judiciary, and fundamental social values across virtually every nation. While public discussion typically frames the recipient of a bribe as the sole Continue Reading
In light of recent troubling incidents, special drives against youth gangs and narcotics have been launched across various areas, leading to the detention of hundreds of teenagers and young adults. However, just as an increase in exam pass rates does not necessarily reflect an improvement in the quality of education, a higher number of raids […]Continue Reading
The US administration has declared certain medicines from Bangladesh and 20 other countries fully exempt from tariffs. The United States is one of the world’s largest importers of pharmaceuticals, importing more than $210 billion worth of medicines annually. Bangladesh is among a small number of countries from which the US imports a significant volume of […]Continue Reading
The proposed China-Myanmar-Bangladesh Economic Corridor represents a transformative opportunity for Bangladesh, shifting its economic trajectory from a consumer-driven market to a vital regional trade and logistical hub. The momentum for this initiative re-emerged following Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s official visit to China on June 26, 2026. Beijing’s proposal Continue Reading
The newly formed BNP government led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, assuming power through a free and fair 13th Parliamentary election following the July Uprising, finds itself in a distinct position defined by unprecedented public expectations. Having navigated its initial 180-day milestone, the administration has placed social safety nets and marginal welfare programs Continue Reading
Last Monday, the government held a second consultation meeting at the Secretariat with print and electronic media stakeholders. The meeting reviewed the draft of the much discussed and criticized Cyber Security (Amendment) Act, 2026. Representatives of media groups and editors of leading newspapers shared their views. They feared the law could be misused and asked […]Continue Reading
Prime Minister Mr. Tarique Rahman has returned home after joining the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. On this trip he met leaders of the world’s leading countries. He talked about mutual help in two-sided economic, trade and investment matters, and he got a positive response from all countries. International media and local […]Continue Reading
Mobayedur Rahman An English proverb says, “A drowning man catches at a straw.” A person sinking in deep water will try to grab even a small piece of grass to survive. The Awami League is in this state today. The party sinks further each day, so it grabs at anything it sees before it goes […]Continue Reading
A severe drinking water crisis driven by rising salinity levels in southwestern coastal districts, particularly in Dakop of Khulna and Shyamnagar of Satkhira, is sparking a major public health emergency. Under a scorching sun, groups of local women walk miles carrying water pitchers to find a pond or filtration unit that might yield a few […]Continue Reading
Although Bangladesh’s academic community continues to produce significant scientific research under tight budgetary limits, most of these findings remain trapped on journal pages rather than driving national policy or solving real-world problems. The country’s research landscape faces a profound disconnect between academic publication and practical implementation. While Continue Reading

















