Politics and Bureaucracy
Is it legal for a judge’s verdict to be infused with ‘belief’?
What do we, the common people, understand by the term ‘judiciary’? We understand it as a system that determines the truth of any matter, delivering verdicts in favour of truth and taking action accordingly. Here, strict reasoning reigns supreme; there is no place for flights of fancy.
Some reforms possible without consensus
The Judiciary Reform Commission has recommended that the judiciary have a separate secretariat and financial autonomy, which would reduce its dependence on the executive branch of the government.
Is Trump striking his own foot with axe
Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin—each is among the most influential state leaders within their respective geopolitical spheres.
Did 5 NCP leaders rebel against the party?
On August 5, the anniversary of the July uprising, the visit to Cox’s Bazar by five leaders of the National Citizens’ Party (NCP) has sparked debate and mystery, leading some to sense a whiff of division.
Outcome of mass uprisings disappointing
I have found no difference in the outcome of the three popular uprisings I have witnessed. The outcome of each has been identical.
Milestone Tragedy: Expressions of grief and some observations
July 21, 2025, Monday, was a sunny day in the Bengali month of Srabon. But at noon that day, a tragic crash or accident of a Bangladesh Air Force fighter jet at the campus of Milestone School and College turned the day into a national tragedy for Bangladesh. In an instant, the Diabari campus in Uttara seemed to transform into an unknown battlefield, where no one was an enemy of another. Many children, who had packed their bags to return home, lost their lives. Many parents lost their little princes and princesses forever. The pilot of the aircraft, promising Air Force officer Flight Lieutenant Towkir Islam, also perished. So far, 34 people have died in the accident, most of them school children.
Milestone tragedy: A prime example of chaotic state
Whenever a major accident occurs, the chaos of the state is magnified.
Let July Charter not create political division
In the history of our past mass movements or uprisings, many informed quarters believe that it is a national responsibility to eternally commemorate the great awakening, sacrifice, and success of the students and people in 2024.
How realistic is Bangladesh’s qualification for LDC graduation
Bangladesh’s export trade depends heavily on the EU and the US. Over 80 percent of total export earnings come from these two regions.
When justice takes to streets, whose side is state on
A former student leader was publicly humiliated at Paltan in the capital. He was beaten and labelled a 'traitor'. The nature of his crime remains unclear, but the punishment was immediate—on the streets, in full view of the public.