Views & Opinion

BNP: A Right-wing Conservative Party with a Knack for Violence

Abdullah Al Noman Shamim: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is considered to be a right-wing conservative party that has been in power in Bangladesh on several occasions, with its most recent stint being from 2001 to 2006. Since its inception, the party has produced a different direction that is not in line with the main ideology of the strugg...

Art of Presidential Transitions in Bangladesh

The recent handover of the presidency of Bangladesh from Mohammad Abdul Hamid to Mohammad Shahabuddin has been a remarkable event in the history of Bangladesh. The Government initiative to ensure a peaceful and smooth transfer of power is really commendable, especially when we look at the tumultuous end of tenures of many previous presidents. Mr...

Remembering Sheikh Jamal: A Life Dedicated to the Nation

M Nazrul Islam: Sheikh Jamal was a member of a noble family which was ready to make the ultimate sacrifice for the independence of Bangladesh and played the most pivotal role in the country’s political history. Jamal, the second son of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Bangamata Fazilatunnesa Mujib, was born on Ap...

A Decade of Transformation in the Supply of Fertilisers

Bangladesh is a densely populated country in South Asia. Agriculture is a significant contributor to our country's GDP. To increase crop yields and guarantee food security, fertilisers play a crucial role. Even 15–20 years ago, farmers in Bangladesh would have been hard hit by a lack of fertiliser, leading to lower crop yields and widespre...

Bangabandhu is the Source of Inspiration for the New Generation

Hiren Pandit: Sheikh Mujib was a well-known face at the forefront of the rights movement since his student life. In his long political career, he led several movements from the front line. He went to jail many times, and the people of Bengal freed him. In whose eyes 7.5 crore Bengalis saw the dream of an independent Bangladesh, and jumped into ...