corruption in Bangladesh

Question leaks, quota debacle and kleptocracy / When a quick buck reigns supreme

The cloud of dystopia thickens as public perception connects the dotted line between pervasive corruption, greed, inefficiency and ineptitude.

The nine lives of a corrupt public servant

Let's delve into the hypothetical lifelines in a public servant’s career that help them indulge in corruption.

A DC doctoring court docs to clear himself is a big red flag

Govt must enforce strict measures to stop abuse of power, corruption

Opinion / Unbridled corruption and a minister’s reckless comment

The ruling regime should focus less on talking and more on actions, to create a conducive environment that truly eliminates corruption.

‘Nothing moves without bribes’

The opposition Jatiyo Party and independent MPs yesterday in parliament raised allegations of widespread corruption in the education system.

Faisal bought savings certificate worth Tk 2.55cr

Controversial taxman Quazi Abu Mahmud Faisal had purchased family savings certificates worth Tk 1.45 crore for himself and his relatives in three months, according to the Anti-Corruption Commission.

Costs of high-level corruption: Further down the kleptocratic route

Collusive abuse of power is a major reason why perpetrators of high-level corruption can get away scot-free in Bangladesh.

Public Servants: Anti-graft laws, rules relaxed over the years

For over two decades, laws and regulations meant for curbing corruption by government employees have been relaxed, creating scope for officials to indulge in irregularities with relative impunity.

We can't let the Matiur family drama obscure the bigger picture

Govt must ensure accountability for those exploiting public office

July 24, 2024
July 24, 2024

When a quick buck reigns supreme

The cloud of dystopia thickens as public perception connects the dotted line between pervasive corruption, greed, inefficiency and ineptitude.

July 13, 2024
July 13, 2024

The nine lives of a corrupt public servant

Let's delve into the hypothetical lifelines in a public servant’s career that help them indulge in corruption.

July 5, 2024
July 5, 2024

A DC doctoring court docs to clear himself is a big red flag

Govt must enforce strict measures to stop abuse of power, corruption

July 3, 2024
July 3, 2024

Unbridled corruption and a minister’s reckless comment

The ruling regime should focus less on talking and more on actions, to create a conducive environment that truly eliminates corruption.

July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024

‘Nothing moves without bribes’

The opposition Jatiyo Party and independent MPs yesterday in parliament raised allegations of widespread corruption in the education system.

June 30, 2024
June 30, 2024

Faisal bought savings certificate worth Tk 2.55cr

Controversial taxman Quazi Abu Mahmud Faisal had purchased family savings certificates worth Tk 1.45 crore for himself and his relatives in three months, according to the Anti-Corruption Commission.

June 29, 2024
June 29, 2024

Costs of high-level corruption: Further down the kleptocratic route

Collusive abuse of power is a major reason why perpetrators of high-level corruption can get away scot-free in Bangladesh.

June 29, 2024
June 29, 2024

Public Servants: Anti-graft laws, rules relaxed over the years

For over two decades, laws and regulations meant for curbing corruption by government employees have been relaxed, creating scope for officials to indulge in irregularities with relative impunity.

June 24, 2024
June 24, 2024

We can't let the Matiur family drama obscure the bigger picture

Govt must ensure accountability for those exploiting public office

May 31, 2024
May 31, 2024

‘Booming’ economy, struggling people

When it comes to the simultaneous existence of growth and crisis, Bangladesh has become a model.

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