Asifur Rahman

Cronyism dominated power sector under Awami League

Bangladesh’s power sector was long dominated by political influence, muscle power, and artificial crises designed to benefit a handful of companies during the deposed Awami League regime, said KM Rezaul Hasanat David, president of the Bangladesh Independent Power Producers’ Association (BIPPA).

1d ago

Private firms can now sell renewable power directly to customers

New policy removes state-run Power Development Board (PDB) as the sole buyer and seller from the process

6d ago

Gas supply declining despite higher LNG imports

The country’s overall gas supply dropped further last fiscal year, despite higher LNG imports, due to a continued decline in domestic production.

1w ago

Most fertiliser plants starved of gas

The govt needs to import as much as 50 percent of the country's annual urea demand

1w ago

World Tourism Day: Tourism potential remains untapped

Despite its rich culture, diverse landscapes, and vibrant biodiversity, Bangladesh’s potential as a tourist destination remains underutilised, for which tour operators blame poor branding and inadequate infrastructure.

3w ago

Costs of 2 new metro lines set to soar

Taka devaluation puts strain on projects; govt in talks with Japan to adjust terms to keep them affordable

1m ago

Shibir’s quiet groundwork pays off

Patience, discipline, and long-term planning turned the tide for Islami Chhatra Shibir, delivering a Ducsu triumph once considered a pipe dream for the student front of Jamaat-e-Islami.

1m ago

Hopes run high as DU goes to vote today

The much-anticipated Ducsu and hall union elections are set to be held today after a six-year pause, bringing renewed hope for campus democracy.

1m ago
October 19, 2025
October 19, 2025

Cronyism dominated power sector under Awami League

Bangladesh’s power sector was long dominated by political influence, muscle power, and artificial crises designed to benefit a handful of companies during the deposed Awami League regime, said KM Rezaul Hasanat David, president of the Bangladesh Independent Power Producers’ Association (BIPPA).

October 14, 2025
October 14, 2025

Private firms can now sell renewable power directly to customers

New policy removes state-run Power Development Board (PDB) as the sole buyer and seller from the process

October 11, 2025
October 11, 2025

Gas supply declining despite higher LNG imports

The country’s overall gas supply dropped further last fiscal year, despite higher LNG imports, due to a continued decline in domestic production.

October 7, 2025
October 7, 2025

Most fertiliser plants starved of gas

The govt needs to import as much as 50 percent of the country's annual urea demand

September 27, 2025
September 27, 2025

World Tourism Day: Tourism potential remains untapped

Despite its rich culture, diverse landscapes, and vibrant biodiversity, Bangladesh’s potential as a tourist destination remains underutilised, for which tour operators blame poor branding and inadequate infrastructure.

September 20, 2025
September 20, 2025

Costs of 2 new metro lines set to soar

Taka devaluation puts strain on projects; govt in talks with Japan to adjust terms to keep them affordable

September 11, 2025
September 11, 2025

Shibir’s quiet groundwork pays off

Patience, discipline, and long-term planning turned the tide for Islami Chhatra Shibir, delivering a Ducsu triumph once considered a pipe dream for the student front of Jamaat-e-Islami.

September 9, 2025
September 9, 2025

Hopes run high as DU goes to vote today

The much-anticipated Ducsu and hall union elections are set to be held today after a six-year pause, bringing renewed hope for campus democracy.

September 6, 2025
September 6, 2025

DUCSU polls: Tight battle among panels, independents

The upcoming Dhaka University Central Students’ Union polls on September 9 are set to be highly competitive, with nearly 10 panels in the race. Students think no single panel is likely to secure a sweeping victory.

September 4, 2025
September 4, 2025

Manifestos expose issues unresolved at DU for years

The manifestos of the panels contesting the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union elections lay bare how the university is still mired in long-unresolved problems even after more than a century of its founding.