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Tanim Ahmed

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Tanim Ahmed is digital editor at The Daily Star.

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News Analysis / Jaishankar’s visit: A positive move but requires more understanding

While the recent overtures from New Delhi to BNP may be seen in a positive light and an expedient move, it requires earnest introspection on India’s part to explore why bilateral relations between these two neighbours remain frosty at best.
2 January 2026, 18:00 PM
India BNP relations after Khaleda Zia funeral

Analysis / A positive move but requires more understanding

Gesture from Delhi is unmistakable
2 January 2026, 12:21 PM
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Towards hope, with the vote in sight

We step into the new year with hope and optimism as new beginnings are wont to be, the national election on the horizon is all the more reason to look ahead to 2026.
31 December 2025, 21:00 PM
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Opinion / Mischievous manipulation of established historical facts

The razakar, Al-Badr, Al Shams and similar groups, who collaborated with the Pakistani army, will always be remembered for their sinister role during 1971.
17 December 2025, 02:00 AM
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Opinion / Disqualification by accusation? Some thoughts about the new ICT Act clause

Thus far, most public discussion has revolved around the wording of the amendment rather than the remit or scope of the law itself.
10 December 2025, 04:00 AM
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Citizens deserve clarity before a referendum vote

With the three main political players gearing up for elections, it appears that Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has managed to placate all sides with the four-point referendum proposal.
19 November 2025, 02:00 AM
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Is the July charter drive losing its way?

It is customary for a pilot to plot a plane’s flight path long before it takes off. In fact, this is essential for the sake of ensuring safety, efficiency, and airspace coordination. Only then can it be determined if the aeroplane has veered off course, or whether something has gone wrong. Throu
10 November 2025, 02:00 AM
sheikh-hasina

Reaction / Hasina drops no hint of remorse

Interviews show she remains unencumbered by even a touch of introspection or self-doubt
8 November 2025, 12:22 PM
jaishankar.jpg

Jaishankar’s visit: A positive move but requires more understanding

While the recent overtures from New Delhi to BNP may be seen in a positive light and an expedient move, it requires earnest introspection on India’s part to explore why bilateral relations between these two neighbours remain frosty at best.
2 January 2026, 18:00 PM
India BNP relations after Khaleda Zia funeral

A positive move but requires more understanding

Gesture from Delhi is unmistakable
2 January 2026, 12:21 PM
ballot_box_4.jpg

Towards hope, with the vote in sight

We step into the new year with hope and optimism as new beginnings are wont to be, the national election on the horizon is all the more reason to look ahead to 2026.
31 December 2025, 21:00 PM
ED 1 - Mischievous manipulation of established historical facts.jpg

Mischievous manipulation of established historical facts

The razakar, Al-Badr, Al Shams and similar groups, who collaborated with the Pakistani army, will always be remembered for their sinister role during 1971.
17 December 2025, 02:00 AM
OP 1 - ICT Acts disqualification clause remains suspect at best and untenable at worst.jpg

Disqualification by accusation? Some thoughts about the new ICT Act clause

Thus far, most public discussion has revolved around the wording of the amendment rather than the remit or scope of the law itself.
10 December 2025, 04:00 AM
ED 1 - Citizens deserve clarity before a referendum vote _194d.jpg

Citizens deserve clarity before a referendum vote

With the three main political players gearing up for elections, it appears that Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has managed to placate all sides with the four-point referendum proposal.
19 November 2025, 02:00 AM
ED 1 - Is the July charter drive losing its way.jpg

Is the July charter drive losing its way?

It is customary for a pilot to plot a plane’s flight path long before it takes off. In fact, this is essential for the sake of ensuring safety, efficiency, and airspace coordination. Only then can it be determined if the aeroplane has veered off course, or whether something has gone wrong. Throu
10 November 2025, 02:00 AM
sheikh-hasina

Hasina drops no hint of remorse

Interviews show she remains unencumbered by even a touch of introspection or self-doubt
8 November 2025, 12:22 PM
July Charter Referendum

An informed referendum or a mere rubber-stamp?

A referendum on 48 key proposals is not just impractical but also undemocratic.
5 November 2025, 02:00 AM
BNP's note of dissent

BNP’s notes of dissent show that old habits die hard

BNP has mostly opposed proposals that would significantly weaken the ruling party's authority.
29 October 2025, 03:00 AM
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Charting the south’s path

The book examines the context and circumstances that spurred these six central figures to devise or promote the solutions they did
22 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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A new standard or special treatment?

Debate erupts over court appearance of army officers
22 October 2025, 11:38 AM
Proportional representation

Proportional representation and the politics behind it

BNP has dissented, advocating an unusual interpretation of proportional representation.
17 October 2025, 04:00 AM
Trump's speech at the UN General Assembly 2025

Trump at UN: Bluster over balance

For his part, Trump did not disappoint
24 September 2025, 12:16 PM
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Silencing dissent to counter fascism?

Jamaat spokesperson told the press that anyone opposing the charter would be "siding with fascism"!
15 September 2025, 08:59 AM
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After Ducsu polls, Shibir has its work cut out for itself

The battle may have been won for now, but the real test lies ahead.
15 September 2025, 02:00 AM
Ducsu election 2025

The final act: Learning to accept election defeat

Ducsu delivers a participatory election. Can unsuccessful candidates accept loss gracefully?
10 September 2025, 07:19 AM
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Provost to nightguard: Different faces, same disregard for women

The widespread unrest at Chittagong University and adjacent villages where students and villagers clashed with each other for the better part of a day, had begun with a nightguard assaulting a female student who had returned to her mess, reportedly at 11:00pm
3 September 2025, 13:24 PM
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A year of progress with caveats

The recent announcement of election timeline has allayed apprehensions and brought a sense of calm among major political players who have often been at odds with each other.
7 August 2025, 18:14 PM
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Shibir reveals it has not renounced its dark past

It was yet another attempt by Jamaat's student cadres to test the waters
6 August 2025, 08:58 AM

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