Smugglers should not be rewarded
Bangladesh's struggle with smuggling is not new. What is baffling is that authorities have done little to dismantle the syndicates.
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How the politicisation of courts and judgements weakens democracy
Two verdicts - in United States on abortion and in India on the Prime Minister's role in riots in 2022 - have turned the spotlight on judiciary.
China foreign minister Wang Yi to visit Myanmar for regional meeting
A junta spokesman also said that the foreign ministers of Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam will attend the July 2-5 meeting.
Bangladesh opposition to electronic voting machines harden
Those opposed to the electronic voting machines say it will allow the ruling party to steal votes.
The Bridge on the River Padma
The construction of the Padma Multipurpose Bridge, one of the most challenging construction projects ever undertaken, is a feat.
India, EU resume free trade talks after 9 years
The European Union is India's second-biggest trading partner after the United States but talks with the bloc broke down in 2013 over issues including tariff reductions and patent…
Bangladesh floods take heavy toll on education
Classroom activities were suspended at 4,000 primary and 917 secondary schools and were partially affected in 102 secondary schools in 18 districts till July 3.
Torture still go-to tool for Bangladeshi law enforcers
Even though the Torture and Custodial Death Prevention Act exists, the victims routinely face challenges when filing cases, with the police choosing to file such cases under the…
Why have politicians stopped participating in relief activities?
The writer says people expect political leaders to look out for them, especially when they are in distress, and leaders should think about leading their people.
Pressure on forex reserves: Bangaldesh exploring loan of up to $4.5 billion from IMF
Even though imports are slowly contracting, the elevated inflation levels around the world mean the odds of a slowdown in both remittance inflows and export orders are high.