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Missed opportunities in the elusive political dialogue

As I draft this piece, the Election Commission of Bangladesh (EC) is on the verge of convening a crucial meeting to finalize the schedule for the upcoming national parliamentary elections slated for the first week of January 2024. Concurrently, a correspondence dispatched by Mr. Donald Lu, the Assis...

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Economic cost of political protests like hartal and blockade

Blockades or hartals were frequently observed in the political milieu of Bangladesh in the past. The utilisation of these tactics by diverse political opposition groups was intended to attain their objectives but frequently led to extensive hardship among the populace. However, it is worth noting th...

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Crisis at the helm: BNP’s leadership woes

In the dynamic political landscape of Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a series of setbacks that have pushed the party into a political abyss. A critical analysis reveals that the root cause of this predicament lies squarely on the shoul...

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Potential impact of IMF loan on Bangladesh economy

At the outset of composing this article, I want to acknowledge that I am not an economist by profession. Nevertheless, driven by the prevalent discussions surrounding the declining trend of our foreign exchange reserves and the potential ramifications of the IMF loan on Bangladesh's economy, I h...

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The Indomitable Force: A United Awami League

In the midst of mounting political tensions, Bangladesh stands at a crucial crossroads. The impending election has brought forth a wave of apprehension among its populace. Central to this anxiety is the impassioned demand from the opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP) for the ruling Awami Leagu...

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Sheikh Hasina: Carrying the Legacy, Transforming a Nation

On the 28th of September, a nation comes together to celebrate not only the birthday of a remarkable leader but also the embodiment of a legacy that has shaped the destiny of Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina, daughter of the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, has not only carried forw...

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National Local Government Day: A milestone in grassroots governance

On September 14, 2023, Bangladesh marked a historic moment in its governance structure by observing the inaugural National Local Government Day. This momentous occasion signifies a significant step towards strengthening grassroots democracy and promoting local governance in the country.The National ...

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Rajshahi University: Igniting transformation in education

Rajshahi University, situated in the city of Rajshahi, Bangladesh, celebrates its foundation day on the 6th of July. Since its inception, the university has played a pivotal role in augmenting education, promoting research, and contributing to the national development of Bangladesh. With its rich hi...

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A tribute to Bangabandhu

On March 17, 1920, Banga­bandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rah­man, later known as the Father of the Nation, was born into a prominent Muslim family in the village of Tungipara in the district of Gopalganj. In the annals of Bangladeshi history, this is a momentous day. His birth was a pivotal moment in ...

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Economic indicators reflect optimism

Following the war between Ukraine and Russia last year, several derogatory remarks regarding the economics of countries like Bangladesh have come from various sources. Many groups, including those within Bangladesh and the international community, have claimed that Bangladesh would resemble Sri Lank...

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It’s time to stay vigilant against all conspiracies

In Bangladesh, various conspiracies get implemented before the parliamentary election. Centerig the twelfth parliamentary election, numerous conspiracies are afoot in the country's politics on both the national and international levels. These plots are a continuation of those that occurred aroun...

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Bangladesh gets UN Human Rights Council membership

Most rec­ently, Bangladesh has achieved its membership in the United Nations Human Rights Council for the period of 2023–2025 with the highest vote from the Asia-Pacific region. The representatives of 160 countries supported Bangladesh in becoming a member of the Human Rights Council, whic...

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The most heinous crime: Let’s all despise this despicable killing

Bangabandhu Sheikh Muji­bur Rah­man, the Father of the Nation and the greatest Bengali of a thousand years, is universally perceived as the driving force behind Bangladesh's emergence to international prominence as an independent state. Since India and Pakistan became independent in 1947...

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Act strategically to contend with global recession

Since the recent hostilities in Ukraine and Russia, economic situations throughout the globe have deteriorated. Many countries' economies are experiencing the consequences of the post-war global economic slowdown. With trade restrictions imposed by Europe and the United States on Russia after th...

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Housing project for the homeless

Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the distribution of brick homes and land ownership to 26,229 landless households on July 21st. Attending the inauguration ceremony virtually, she transferred ownership of land and homes among the members of low-income families. On that day, I was awestruck by the speech giv...

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Bangladesh won’t face Sri Lanka-like situation

The recent economic and political meltdown in Sri Lanka has been a significant talking point in neighboring countries including Bangladesh. There has been a lot of talk about this problem since early 2022. There are two sections to this analysis. The first step was taken when the Sri Lankan governme...

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Padma Bridge a gift to the nation ­

June 25, 2022, will carry a different significance in the history of Bangladesh from time immemorial. The Padma Bridge was inaugurated on this day. On the one hand, this Bridge will connect the south-western districts of the country with Dhaka and other regions; in the same way, it will be cherished...

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Cumilla city corporation election and EC’s credibility

Centring the 2023 parliamentary elections, an election-centric politics is now being observed in the political environment of Bangladesh. Various political parties and alliances are busy formulating their election plans ahead of the next elections. Though the opposition parties have stated that they...

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Having returned home, she was engulfed in the love of the people

Although Bangladesh gained independence under the leadership of Bangabandhu on December 16 1971, he was still imprisoned in Pakistan. In a mockery case, the Pakistani military ruler tried hard to get Bangabandhu hanged. They did not, however, dare to carry out that plan. On January 8, 1972, the Paki...

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A birth that transfigured history

March 17, 2020, carries immense significance in Bangladeshi history as the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was born in a distinguished Muslim family in the village Tungipara in Gopalganj on this day. We all should recognise the importance of his birth as one of the greatest mo...