Rethinking char development in Bangladesh

We must keep the focus on the plight of char people alive and draw attention of the current interim government to address the problem with new approaches, policies, and institutions.

2h ago

Enforce ceasefire in Gaza by any means

Israel has turned the word "ceasefire" into a farce.

1h ago

The dragon and the delta

A new chapter in Bangladesh-China relations

48m ago
Views

Views

Abul Mansur Ahmad’s 46th death anniversary / His lament was the unfulfilled promise of democracy

Following autocracy's fall, debates on the constitution, elections, & democracy intensify, echoing Abul Mansur Ahmad's insights.

Are we looking at a second republic or a fourth?

The fundamental goal must be to preserve historical integrity rather than rewrite history for political convenience.

Reaction / Yunus speaks out: A rallying cry for women’s safety

He ordered the policemen, in no uncertain terms, that they ensure the safety of women and bring the perpetrators to justice

In Focus

In Focus

Dhaka's deadly air: What we know and what we can do

Dhaka's air is a stew of brick kiln soot, exhaust fumes, construction dust, and factory emissions

Anisur Rahman: Farewell to a fellow traveler

Anisur Rahman and I have traveled together across the troubled landscape of Bangladesh’s history over many years. We first came together in October 1957, when we were recruited as teachers by Professor M.N. Huda, then the Chairman of the Economics Department at Dhaka University (DU).

H. H. Risley and Bengal, 1873-1911

Sir Herbert Hope Risley (1851-1911) – who signed himself ‘H. H. Risley’ – was a member of the Indian Civil Service (ICS) who became British India’s pre-eminent anthropologist.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

NHRC response to The Daily Star editorial

The National Human Rights Commission of Bangladesh responds to an editorial by The Daily Star.

Destruction of Hargazi Canal

There are no visible changes yet.

Who will listen to the woes of trainee doctors?

The trainee doctors at BSMMU have been demanding an increase of monthly allowance from Tk 20,000 to Tk 50,000 – a demand which is justified.

Views Multimedia

Views Multimedia

How accurate is Trump's claim about $29 million?

How might Trump's statement impact Bangladesh? How should Bangladesh actually handle this issue?

‘King's Party’ tag still sticks on BNP: Samantha Sharmin

What defines a youth-led movement? What ideologies would they embrace? Who are they inviting to join?

How could 30,000 foreigners stay here without valid papers?

Jamil Khan from The Daily Star discusses this issue with Sadi Muhammad Alok in today's Star Viewsroom

If we have Martyred Intellectuals Day, why isn't there a Martyred Workers Day?

Professor Dr Salimullah Khan holds an in-depth conversation with The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam.

Not only Rab, but entire state machinery involved in enforced disappearances

The Commission of Inquiry into Disappearances recommended that Rab be abolished. But the question is, will the number of enforced disappearances and murders decrease if Rab is abolished?

The dragon and the delta

A new chapter in Bangladesh-China relations

48m ago

Enforce ceasefire in Gaza by any means

Israel has turned the word "ceasefire" into a farce.

1h ago

Rethinking char development in Bangladesh

We must keep the focus on the plight of char people alive and draw attention of the current interim government to address the problem with new approaches, policies, and institutions.

2h ago

A pioneer of modern journalism in South Asia

Ahmad's journalism is overshadowed. He modernised Bangla press via papers like Ittehad after WWI.

17h ago

Tulsi Gabbard should've checked her facts before making sweeping comments

Such statements only reinforce stereotypes that misrepresent Bangladesh

17h ago

One month into USAID funding freeze: How the NGO world is coping

The suspension has disproportionately affected women and children, who are already the most vulnerable in crisis situations.

18h ago

We must be economical in our energy use

We are facing rising power demand amid summer, Ramadan, and energy efficiency challenges.

21h ago

Yunus speaks out: A rallying cry for women’s safety

He ordered the policemen, in no uncertain terms, that they ensure the safety of women and bring the perpetrators to justice

22h ago

How parties can reach a consensus on reforms and elections

Prolonged uncertainty or a rigid "reform first, elections later" or “my way or the highway” stance will only deepen the crisis.

23h ago

Equip highway police properly

They must be able to prevent crimes on the highways

1d ago