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How easy will it be for deposed AL to make a comeback after uprising?
Awami League

State and Politics

by Amin Al Rasheed

How easy will it be for deposed AL to make a comeback after uprising?

The Awami League, the party that led Bangladesh’s Liberation War, has been ousted from power 53 years after independence through a mass uprising—an event with at least twenty contributing factors. While conspiracy theories and accusations of foreign interference continue to circulate, there is no denying that in recent years the Awami League became increasingly disconnected from the people due to rampant corruption, partisan favoritism, and nepotism.

If interim government doesn’t set an example in reform, it won't happen again
interim government

State and Politics

by Zeauddin Ahmed

If interim government doesn’t set an example in reform, it won't happen again

Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of the caretaker government, has placed excessive emphasis on reform. He clearly stated, “Not flimsy reform, not superficial reform, but fundamental reform. We will do it in such a way that no one will be able to undo it.” He also remarked, “My only concern is reform. Debate all you want about what the reforms will be, but let’s not hold an election without reform… Don't miss this opportunity.” His words are commendable; however, they are not grounded in the realities of the situation. He dreams, but in trying to realize those dreams, he faces disillusionment. His claim that he will make reform irreversible is rooted more in emotion than in practical reality.

Ensure investment-friendly environment
Ensure investment-friendly environment

Editorial Views

by Editorial Desk

Ensure investment-friendly environment

The capital market reflects the overall efficiency of a country’s economy. It creates a coordination among the public, the government, and capitalists. In Bangladesh, the condition of the capital market has not been good for a long time. Political instability and certain influential figures have repeatedly been blamed for this. During the tenure of the previous government, many discussions were held and various plans were undertaken to stabilise the capital market; however, none of these plans ultimately became effective.

Bangladesh to launch ‘One-Stop Judicial Service’ this year
‘One-Stop Judicial Service’

Report

by Hira Talukder

Bangladesh to launch ‘One-Stop Judicial Service’ this year

One-Stop Judicial Service' is set to be launched this year across the 64 districts in the country, allowing citizens to file cases, receive services, and seek legal redress in one place. Bangladesh Supreme Court has already prepared a preliminary draft for the initiative and sent it to the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, with plans to implement it by July-August.

No war, peace should be established
India-Pakistan conflict

Editorial Views

by Editorial Desk

No war, peace should be established

India launched missile strikes on Pakistan-administered Kashmir and 'terrorist bases' in Pakistan late on the night of May 6 as a 'reaction' to the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir. This incident has raised the alarm of war between India and Pakistan, which is worrying not only the Asian and South Asian countries, but the entire world. Both are nuclear-armed countries and a prolonged war between these two countries would not only cause the loss of countless lives on the one hand, but would also have a serious impact on the global economy and politics on the other.

Rabindranath: A hero comes once, not again and again
Rabindranath

Art and Culture

by Serajul Islam Choudhury

Rabindranath: A hero comes once, not again and again

You, Rabindranath, did not believe in the state; you believed in society. In your view, in the Indian subcontinent, society was paramount, while the state was an imposition—an intrusive entity. The state was external; society was our own. You held a firm belief that we could shape society in our own image.

Where hunger defeats even the fear of tigers!
Al Jazeera

Special Content

by VB Desk, International

Where hunger defeats even the fear of tigers!

Mahfuza Begum, 52, is a testament to strength and resilience. Every day, she skillfully rows her boat across the river, navigating through the treacherous waters of the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forest. Here, she casts her net, catch lobsters to support her family by selling them in the local market.

Let the proposal for 100% free primary healthcare be implemented
healthcare

Editorial Views

by Editorial Desk

Let the proposal for 100% free primary healthcare be implemented

Health is a fundamental human right. For building a developed and humane society, affordable and uninterrupted access to healthcare is extremely important. However, the reality is that a large portion of the population in our country—especially those living in rural areas—are still deprived of essential primary healthcare. And those who do receive it often have to bear high costs. To address this situation, making primary healthcare 100% free is now a demand of the time. The encouraging news is that the Health Sector Reform Commission has proposed the provision of 100% free primary healthcare. Additionally, they have recommended amending the Constitution to include primary healthcare as a fundamental right.

Boro harvest season, rice procurement campaign, and food security
Boro harvest season, rice procurement campaign, and food security

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by Dr. Jahangir Alam

Boro harvest season, rice procurement campaign, and food security

Rice is the staple food grain of Bangladesh, cultivated during three seasons: Aus, Aman, and Boro. Among these, Boro ranks highest in terms of production volume, followed by Aman and then Aus. Historically, Aman and Aus were the primary rice seasons, while Boro was of lesser importance, limited mainly to haor, beel, and low-lying areas. However, with the expansion of modern irrigation systems and the development of high-yielding rice varieties, Boro cultivation has steadily increased, while the risk-prone Aus and Aman seasons have seen a decline in acreage.

Khaleda Zia's return: A sigh of relief for BNP
Khaleda Zia's return: A sigh of relief for BNP

Report

by Kamrul Hasan

Khaleda Zia's return: A sigh of relief for BNP

After nearly four months of medical treatment abroad, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s return to the country has been seen by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) as inspirational, hopeful, and relieving. Party leaders and activists believe that her return will strengthen the party's role in the nation's reconstruction amid ongoing changes.

Khaleda Zia’s political decorum is worth emulating
Khaleda Zia

State and Politics

by Rayhan Ahmed Tapader

Khaleda Zia’s political decorum is worth emulating

In the history of every nation, there comes a time when certain events outshine all others—moments shaped by personalities who alter the course of destiny, inject momentum into national progress, offer new directions, and inspire deep introspection. One such figure in Bangladesh's political landscape is Begum Khaleda Zia, the uncompromising leader and Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), who has long been a symbol of the country’s sovereignty and independence.

Rebati Mohan Barman: A revolutionary for life, from school to death
Rebati Mohan Barman: A revolutionary for life, from school to death

Art and Culture

by Shahadat Hossen Towhid

Rebati Mohan Barman: A revolutionary for life, from school to death

The name Rebati Mohan Barman instantly evokes the memory of a seminal book—The Evolution of Society and Civilization. Its author was one of the key architects of the communist movement in this region, a lifelong revolutionary and a social reformer. The book and its author have become inseparable in the minds of many. Since its publication in 1952, this work has been essential reading for leftist politicians and activists across the Indian subcontinent.