Bangladesh category will focus on Bangladesh’s currents affairs, business events, inspiring development projects.
The Debate Dividing the Nation The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and like-minded opposition parties are now involved in a political controversy with the student leaders who led the revolutionary movement last July and August. Inspired by the revolutionary spirit, an impassioned call to issue a proclamation has ignited a national debate over the country’s path. … Read more
A Tribute to Linguistic Diversity February 21st is a day that the world celebrates International Mother Language Day, which is dedicated to promoting linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. This is a crucial day for the citizens of Bangladesh, as it marks the sacrifices of the people in 1952, during which Bengali students gave their lives in … Read more
Bangladesh, home to over 170 million people, consistently ranks among the countries most vulnerable to climate change. Its geographic position, low-lying topography, and reliance on agriculture render it especially vulnerable to rising maritime levels, erratic meteorological patterns, and heightened natural disasters. With a contribution of less than 0.4% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the … Read more
Recently, a handful of controversial legal cases involving high-profile individuals ended with their release or acquittal in Bangladesh. In a country known for patterns of impunity, such developments raise key questions in political and public debates about the future of justice and accountability. Senior politicians included in the list of those acquitted or released are … Read more
In global affairs and development cooperation Bangladesh has become an important player in the regional and global geopolitics as a South Asian country of more than 170 million population. For the last two or three decades, the nation has transformed from a war-rampaged country to one of the fastest-growing economies globally. Today, it holds a strategic position, played its … Read more
The 2017 deal enabled Adani Power to provide Bangladesh electricity from its eastern India coal-fired power facility. An interim government of Bangladesh said that Adani Power, owned by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, broke an agreement worth billion related to withholding tax benefits on a coal power plant from which it supplies electricity in the country. … Read more
Bangladesh stands at a crossroads with social tensions and political uncertainty defining its near-term future. In such a situation, one may wonder if having an early election, in any way, is the most prudent route for the interim to take in promoting social and political stability. The answer is context-specific, of course, but provided the … Read more
As we approach 2024, Bangladesh is at a crossroads, halfway between remarkable success and deep malaise. It has been a critical year for the Bengali nation, with significant political, economic, and social events shaping its future. POLITICAL LANDSCAPE: A TENSE TERRAIN The political environment in Bangladesh continued to be rough until 2024. The January election … Read more
Is it necessary to speak up about cross-border issues or political overreach? Over the weekend, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sparked controversy with a speech in which she condemned reported violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. Banerjee denounced the alleged attacks, calling them a “massacre,” and asked the United Nations to send security officers to … Read more
Victory Day of Bangladesh Victory Day (Bijoy Dibosh) is commemorated with respect, pride, happiness, and reflection in Bangladesh every year on 16 December. This day marks a victory in the nine-month-long struggle of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971—the day the mid-1970s Southeast Asian nation won independence from Pakistan. In Bangladesh, 16 December is not … Read more
This is the first case against the former leader following her call for decisive measures to suppress student demonstrations. The police are investigating former prime minister Sheikh Hasina for killing a shopkeeper during the violent riots in Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina’s demand for decisive measures to suppress the violence that occurred amid extensive rallies across the … Read more
Challenges and the Path Ahead Bangladesh, a nation with a rich history of resilience and progress, is at a crucial political juncture. The current landscape is characterised by political polarisation, governance challenges, and growing demands for reforms to ensure democratic integrity. As the nation inches closer to key electoral milestones, the need for a cohesive, … Read more
A Victory for Democracy Introduction Bangladesh’s current political atmosphere is rooted deep in the long-held tradition of student politics. Heck, in the eighteen years, Sheikh Hasina Bangladesh’s current prime minister (this time around) and her party were countless times accused of hoisting upon that country severe human rights abuses, shams elections & dictatorships suffered by … Read more
The demographic mix, strategic location, and significant influence on regional social, religious, and political policies have shaped the complex history of Sylhet, a district in northeastern Bangladesh. It is renowned for its aesthetic appeal and cultural richness. Earliest History and Ancient Sylhet Sylhet’s history includes ancient periods. Archaeological discoveries reveal the region’s incorporation into larger … Read more
The interim government of Bangladesh is currently under substantial public scrutiny due to its perceived disproportionate emphasis on targeting political activists and leaders rather than prioritising critical issues about public security, law and order, and economic regulation. Citizens are beginning to question the appropriateness of the government’s persistent pursuit of political activists and leaders in … Read more
|My thoughts and opinions| The landslide victory of Donald Trump in the recently held U.S. presidential election has raised numerous questions and expectations worldwide, including in Bangladesh. Bangladesh, an essential South Asian state and an enduring ally of America, may find its following diplomatic, economic, and security priorities changing on the first date of a … Read more
A Complex Reality |My thoughts and opinions| For the last few years, Bangladesh’s democratic credibility has been called into question amid growing concerns of authoritarianism, accusations of election rigging and a clampdown on opposition. The answer to whether democracy has been restored in Bangladesh is not a simple one. The formal structures of democracy, including … Read more
A Most Controversial Infrastructure Project in Bangladesh My thoughts and opinions I 18th September 2024 Are you looking for Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Tunnel (Karnaphuli tunnel) of Bangladesh, an iconic infrastructure project? Beneath the port city of Chittagong and intertwined with the Karnaphuli River, South Asia gets its first underwater tunnel. The tunnel is of that … Read more
Boundaries and implications My thoughts and opinions | 11th Sep 2024 Introduction Bangladesh is one of the many countries that are actively discussing student participation in national politics. Students of this country have, throughout its history, played a major role in politics, and their roles are crucial during important events like the Language Movement of … Read more
Overcoming Challenges and Moving Forward with Reforms Founded in 1949, the Awami League has been a significant and influential political party since the inception of Bangladesh’s political system. Throughout its existence, the Awami League has consistently played a central and dominant role in shaping the political environment of Bangladesh. The party has been pivotal in … Read more