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A late afternoon with Meherun Runi and eternal regret
Following the regime change in 2024, it was widely anticipated that the entire nation would witness a just investigation and trial regarding the highly publicized Sagar-Runi murder.
Tough challenges await new government
With the conclusion of the thirteenth national parliamentary election on 12 February, Bangladesh is about to enter a significant and complex phase in its political journey. This election is not merely about a transfer of power or the formation of a new government; rather, it is taking place against the backdrop of prolonged political polarization, mounting economic pressure, and growing international diplomatic concerns. As a result, while public expectations of the incoming government will be immense, the challenges awaiting it will be equally formidable and structural in nature—according to political analysts.
A Response to Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman’s Views on Women’s Political Role
The Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e Islami, Mr. Shafiqur Rahman, has categorically declared that no woman can ever occupy the party’s highest leadership position. In an extended interview with Al Jazeera, he justified this stance by appealing to what he termed “God-given biological differences” (interview with Al Jazeera, 29 January 2026). Yet such a claim, delivered with finality, raises serious theological, hermeneutical, and ethical concerns within the Islamic tradition. Before addressing Mr. Rahman’s assertion directly, it is necessary to return to the Qur’anic hermeneutics that underlie debates on women’s political leadership in Islam.
The political significance of this referendum
The referendum scheduled to be held on 12 February, the same day as the 13th National Parliamentary Election, has sparked extensive discussion and analysis across the country’s political arena as well as in international circles. In the current political context, the importance of this referendum is multidimensional. According to political analysts, the decision by a major political force to boycott the process has turned the referendum into more than a routine vote, transforming it into a profound and multifaceted test for Bangladesh’s politics.
How much will rumours influence this election
The much-discussed 13th national parliamentary election is set to be held on February 12. As the election draws closer, political tension and violence are rising, accompanied by a rapid spread of rumours and disinformation. Alongside street politics, the virtual world has turned into a battlefield of an “information war”. Fake news on social media, AI-generated deepfake videos and fabricated photo cards have created a dangerous reality that can influence voter decisions. This raises a critical question: how much impact can rumours have on the upcoming election
AI–Nuclear interface: A new frontier of existential risk
The world is entering an era where the pinnacle of human innovation could be the instrument of its own extinction. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) promises to revolutionize everyday life, its growing integration into nuclear decision-making systems is igniting a race that is as lethal as it is unpredictable. Today, a critical question has emerged: should the decision to deploy weapons capable of annihilating civilization ever be shaped, even indirectly, by algorithms?
Inside the Epstein Files: Unraveling the web of crime, power, and influence
The Epstein Files have captured global attention, exposing the vast criminal and social networks of financier Jeffrey Epstein. Millions of pages of documents, photographs, emails, financial records, flight logs, and witness statements offer an unprecedented window into the operations of a man whose wealth, influence, and criminality intersected in ways that shocked the world.
Illustrious female rulers in Muslim world
Throughout Islamic history, numerous women have held supreme power, ruled as queens and regents, and commanded armies, challenging modern misconceptions about gender and leadership in the Muslim world. More than fifty women ruled in various capacities, including sovereign queens in Delhi, Egypt, Yemen, and North Africa, as well as influential "Sultanates of Women" during the Ottoman Empire. Their glorious contributions and competence in governance remain memorable. Today's report is about these illustrious women.
Which direction are the upcoming election results heading?
What will be the outcome of the upcoming national election? Which political party will lead the new government? Or will no party secure a majority, resulting in a coalition government? Such questions now preoccupy the public mind. The most crucial question is: Which path will the newly elected government take Bangladesh down? Given the state of Bangladesh over the past 16 years, and the political situation witnessed over the past 18 months, the new government's biggest challenge will be maintaining political and economic stability. A new question has also emerged recently: If a political party whose leadership has declared that women will never hold top positions comes to power, will women's roles in senior government posts, their participation in economic activities, and women's education be curtailed?
Earthquake in the Concrete Trap: Life and Risk
Dhaka—once known as the city of mosques—has now turned into a massive “Concrete trap.” Loaded by unplanned urbanization, high-rise buildings, and extreme population density, the city stands on what feels like a living volcano, moving steadily toward disaster. After the recent 5.7-magnitude earthquake, experts have spoken serious concerns about Dhaka’s frightening level of risk—concerns that have shaken us to the ultimate. The common people feel helpless and anxious, wondering what will happen if something bigger strikes. Especially with disasters like earthquakes and fires, Dhaka’s vulnerability is no longer a theoretical discussion; it is now a harsh reality.