Opinion

To tackle food inflation, we need long-term policies

—Dr Narayan Das— Since the onset of the Covid pandemic, inflation has remained one of the biggest challenges in Bangladesh’s economy. According to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), general

Businesses struggling with uncertainty, increased production costs

—Miraz Shams— The Awami League government was ousted in a mass uprising last year due to its corrupt economic management and gross violations of human rights, but the newly formed

Crossing the IMF Tide!

–Kaniz Kakon– Bangladesh finds itself at a critical juncture as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) tightens its grip on the government’s revenue generation strategy, pushing for tax reforms that many

Police reform: Cosmetic change or systemic overhaul?

–Mohammad Jamil Khan– In the months following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government on August 5, the police force has struggled to rebuild its reputation and operational capacity. The force

Climate change and fire risks: Lessons from Southern California for Bangladesh

Md Ayatullah Khan Addressing the intricate relationship between fire incidents and climate change is increasingly crucial, particularly in vulnerable regions like Bangladesh, which faces escalating threats from climate-related events. The

Arakan Army must protect the Rohingyas

—Md Himel Rahman— On 17 December 2024, the Arakan Army reportedly burned down Rohingya villages and wards in the Maungdaw Township in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, and similar incidents occurred in