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How far Bangladesh progressed in eliminating discrimination
Discrimination means showing bias or prejudice towards someone based on race, religion, caste, gender, or age. It does not necessarily have to be linked with good or evil.
‘Insulted’ President’s letter to foreign adviser and some constitutional questions
When controversy erupted over the removal of President Md Shahabuddin’s portrait from Bangladesh’s foreign missions, many wondered whether the President was being removed or was planning to step down himself.
Why such large entourage when only 7 can attend UNGA
Chief Adviser of the Interim Government Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus went to New York in the United States to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Along with seven advisers and officials of equivalent rank, six leaders from three political parties accompanied him—BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, the Acting Chairman’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir, Jamaat-e-Islami’s Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher and Dr Nakibur Rahman, National Citizen Party (NCP) Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain and Joint Convener Dr Tasnim Zara. Initially, Dr Nakibur Rahman and Tasnim Zara were not included in the delegation; they were later added at the request of Jamaat and NCP.
Objectionable conditions of development partners must be rejected
In response to the request of the previous government, in 2023 the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved a loan of 4.7 billion US dollars in favour of Bangladesh. Although Bangladesh had sought 4.5 billion dollars in the original loan application
Does Shakib have the right to play for his country
Can the most successful cricketer in our country’s history, Shakib Al Hasan, play again wearing the national jersey? Does he still have the right to represent his beloved country? This remains one of the most debated questions in today’s sports arena, yet we do not have a clear answer at all.
No unity in reforming state, but absolute unity in grabbing rivers!
From childhood we have read in textbooks that Bangladesh is a riverine country. According to the draft list of rivers published by the Ministry of Water Resources titled “List of Rivers in Bangladesh – 2025”, there are currently 1,294 rivers in the country. However, as many rivers dry up in the winter, it is difficult to determine the exact number. Research by the Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) suggests that at least 400–500 rivers remain active or flowing throughout the year.
Why do country’s politicians not wish to improve people’s cultural standards
Everyone will admit that the standard of culture is not rising; rather, it is in steady decline. It is not that culture is never spoken of, but it is not discussed with the importance it deserves. Culture is, in fact, greater and deeper than civilisation. It is greater in its breadth, for culture embraces almost everything. Economics forms its foundation, but geography, human relationships, understanding of nature, values, customs, education, food habits, art and literature—nothing is excluded. Civilisation itself is a part of culture. In short, culture is the self-identity of a people. This identity is more trustworthy than any other. Education is often called the backbone of a nation, but in truth it is not education, it is culture. Education itself is a rightful part of culture.
Govt must prove thru action, not words, what election will be like
Chief Adviser of the interim government Professor Muhammad Yunus has said, “The election will be held in the first half of February. It will be a festive election, if we can reach a decision through consensus. This election is not just an ordinary election; it will be the rebirth of the nation.” On 14 September, at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital, during ongoing dialogue with political parties organised by the National Consensus Commission, he once again declared his firm stance on the 13th National Parliamentary Election.
Keep port transport costs tolerable
Although we have two seaports, in reality Chattogram port is used far more for transporting goods. After the formation of the interim government, its Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus spoke hopefully about this seaport. We were also beginning to see some light of hope. In the fiscal year 2024–25, Chattogram port set a new record in container handling. During this period, about 32 lakh 96 thousand TEUs of containers were transported through the port. In the entire 2023–24 fiscal year, 31 lakh 68 thousand 690 TEUs of containers had been handled.
Facing unpleasant truths from DUCSU election
Bangladesh today stands at a crossroads. In the state, politics and education alike, instability, influence and invisible pressures are at work. Against this backdrop, the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) election has once again brought forward an inevitable question—do we wish to move ahead on the basis of ideals, education and creativity, or will we remain trapped in the same cycle of party domination?