July 2024 is not the antithesis of December 1971 but its continuation
The July 2024 Uprising sparks ideological debates, linking Bangladesh's fight for freedom in 1971, 1947, and beyond. An exploration of ...
Can Bangladesh reimagine governance? A bold experiment is taking shape….
Awami League’s wake-up call: BNP is the essential ally it needs to do politics, but not in Hasina’s way
November 7: A day of revolution, unity, and the dawn of a new Bangladesh
Unmasking the crisis: Why Bangladesh needs a full COVID-19 enquiry now
The fallacy of separating Mujib from Hasina reeks of fascist apologism
An open letter to a hero…..
Generals and gambits: The high stakes of leadership in Bangladesh
Abrupt venue change for WHO regional meeting casts spotlight on Putul's controversial appointment again
Breaking the cycle: The need to ban student-teacher politics
The student movement in Bangladesh exposes the destructive impact of partisan student politics, calling for an end to its influence ...
26 Sep 2024 16:49 PM
Is democracy truly the preferred system of governance, or do its dynamics vary in South Asia?
The concept of democracy, celebrated globally, faces significant challenges in developing nations. Examining political crises in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and ...
24 Sep 2024 12:48 PM
India's border killings violate international law and demand global attention
A detailed look at the escalating violence along the Bangladesh-India border, highlighting human rights violations, civilian deaths, and the potential ...
23 Sep 2024 12:25 PM
Poetry recitals, Asaduzzaman Noor and the creeping India-sponsored cultural fascism
Zia Hassan critiques the cultural landscape of Bangladesh, emphasizing the Indian influence on recitation organizations and cultural events, particularly during ...
18 Sep 2024 12:29 PM
Why is healthy, independent journalism still a distant possibility in Bangladesh?
Senior journalist Arshad Mahmud highlights the pervasive influence of businessmen and political allies on Bangladesh's media landscape, urging for media ...
15 Sep 2024 13:27 PM
Morgue, journalist Priyo's body, and the memories of the long July
Dhaka Medical College morgue, July uprising Bangladesh, Tahir Zaman Priyo, Dhaka student protests, Priyo shooting death, Bangladesh curfew, Central Road ...
14 Sep 2024 20:23 PM
July Revolution: The unmasking of the snowflakes
A powerful reflection on the courage and resilience of Gen-Z in Bangladesh during the July 2024 uprising. Challenging stereotypes, this ...
12 Sep 2024 21:31 PM
Arafat, the French connection, and the "troubled" legacy of an ambassador
Rumors surfaced in mid-August that Mohammad A Arafat, former Information Minister, was hiding in the French embassy. Allegations emerged amidst ...
10 Sep 2024 21:04 PM
The long July
An eyewitness account of Bangladesh's July uprising, detailing the mass protests against Sheikh Hasina's government, escalating violence, public outrage, and ...
06 Sep 2024 14:17 PM
Brigadier Azmi’s call for a National Anthem change and our deep-rooted bigotry and indoctrination
Suspended Brigadier General Abdullahi Aman Azmi's call for a new national anthem sparks debate in Bangladesh, revealing cultural divides and ...
04 Sep 2024 10:22 AM
Gone with the queen!
Brigadier General (Retd) AF Jaglul Ahmed explores the challenges faced by Bangladesh in achieving true sovereignty and national dignity since ...