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Opinion —14 July, 2024 23:01

Media is the reflection of human civilisation. The mass-media is leaving a mark on the chest of civilisation by highlighting the events that happen in our…

Why we need free mass media

Hasina's China trip to 'reshape' India-Bangladesh relations

While bilateral visits are common between neighbouring countries,…

Hasina's China trip to 'reshape' India-Bangladesh relations
Awami League replaces people’s power with money and muscle

The rulling Awami League has replaced the people’s power…

Awami League replaces people’s power with money and muscle

Chinese nationals lure Bangladeshi women into 'sex slavery'

Chinese nationals lure Bangladeshi women into 'sex slavery'

In 2019, it was reported that over 600 poor Pakistani girls were sold as brides to Chinese men over a period of nearly two years. Now, a sinister wave of deception is sweeping through…

Silent 'assassination' of Khaleda Zia 

Silent 'assassination' of Khaleda Zia 

For years the main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia has been languishing in prison. Even though the 78-year-old former Prime Minister, bedridden…

US paying ‘price’ for criticising Hasina’s autocratic rule

US paying ‘price’ for criticising Hasina’s autocratic rule

In a significant departure from its long-standing tradition of using American-made Boeing aircraft, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Bangladesh’s national air carrier, recently decided…

Modi-Hasina should worry about China

Modi-Hasina should worry about China

The inherent strength of India-Bangladesh relationship was once again in evidence as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, decided to visit New Delhi days after attending…

Bangladesh must not give India train transit

Bangladesh must not give India train transit

During Sheikh Hasina’s recent Delhi visit, a significant development took place that might throw Bangladesh’s national security under the proverbial bus. Dhaka, in principle,…

Burma conspires to invade St Martin’s Island

Burma conspires to invade St Martin’s Island

  Burma has been showing signs of its notorious ambition of invading St Martin’s Island in Bangladesh. For the last several days, Burma has been continuing to shoot trawlers…

‘People have put a leash on the regime'

‘People have put a leash on the regime'

On a beautiful Sunday in February, a friend of mine, an ardent BJP supporter, called and cautioned, “I think you should start looking for a job in the West Asia. This regime…

Chinese armed forces have been upgrading. India must keep up

Chinese armed forces have been upgrading. India must keep up

As part of the reforms in the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) since 2015, China has focussed on preparing for combat keeping conditions of the ‘Information Age’ in…

From Bangladesh to Pakistan, India’s neighbourhood in Modi 3.0

From Bangladesh to Pakistan, India’s neighbourhood in Modi 3.0

The Indian general elections have captured global attention — but perhaps none are more intently watching than its immediate neighbours, according to an article of Indian Express.…

India-Bangladesh Relationship under Modi 3.0

India-Bangladesh Relationship under Modi 3.0

India’s 18th general election has resulted in a ‘new’ government that is much like the ‘old’ one, both with Narendra Modi at the helm. Yet, many are pondering…

Default Loans and the Culture of Impunity

Default Loans and the Culture of Impunity

Bangladesh’s banking system has been hit by the plague of default loans and today it stands at a staggering total of Tk 182,295 crore. According to data released by the Bangladesh…

Democratic decline in Bangladesh

Democratic decline in Bangladesh

The declining voter turnout in the upazila parishad elections is a concerning trend that reflects broader issues within Bangladesh’s political landscape, according to the Diplomat,…

What do the Indian Poll Results Tell Us?

What do the Indian Poll Results Tell Us?

At a time when nearly everyone in India who is not aligned with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gave up on their country, the unpredictable voters brought so much of hope back…

Boom and bust of ‘Godi Media’s exit polls

Boom and bust of ‘Godi Media’s exit polls

Indian Lok Sabha election results have stunned the world, making all exit polls a far cry from the predictions the media outlets made. With the opposition making overtures to two regional…