History Of Electricity In Bangladesh

Electricity utilization in this region (Bangladesh) started in 1901 when a private generator was installed at the residence of the then Nawab of Dhaka.

Many Hurdles Yet To Cross Before Repatriation Prof Ali Riaz

Absence of third-party, int’l body to monitor progress most surprising, worrying, he says.

Beyond 'Raid And Rescue': Rime To Acknowledge The Damage Being Done

Raid and rescue operations are widely portrayed as heroic efforts to save the innocent from the evil. But, as this BTS series makes clear, the reality is not so clear-cut.

Ensuring Adult Learning To Promote Sustainable Development

“All people, irrespective of sex, age, race, ethnicity, and persons with disabilities, migrants, indigenous peoples, children and youth, especially those in vulnerable situations, should have access to lifelong learning opportunities that help them acquire the knowledge and skills needed to exploit opportunities and to participate fully in society.” – (United Nations, 2015, Paragraph 25).

Criminal Neglect

Few other people like Bangladeshis claim how respectful they are of the past and show no regard for it in real life. This is true about every aspect of our life from mementoes’ and memories of our liberation to ancient historical artifacts. So however, painful it may sound we should not be shocked that we have shown near criminal neglect of the paintings of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin hosted at the Memorial Museum in Mymensingh.

Unhealthy State: How The Market Ruined Healthcare

A decade has been passed since government took move to draft rules on how privately-run health facilities would operate in the country. And the draft is not ready yet. Isn’t it taking too long? Transparency International, Bangladesh (TIB) paid heed to the matter to explore what’s taking it so long. It found out that lack of political will and vested interests holding this back.

Fierce, Fearless, Free: There Will Never Be Another Asma Jahangir

Asma Jilani was all of just 19, when her country’s then-eastern wing declared independence in 1971, and then fought a nine-month war that ended with an affirmation of the new, and a severe indictment of the old. She was the daughter of Malik Ghulam Jilani, a civil servant-turned-politician whose political career was defined by unflinching opposition to martial law, first under Ayub Khan and then more famously the regime of Yahya Khan, reaching a crescendo with the commencement of Operation Searchlight on the night of March 25.

Ayub Bachchu On Platform For Would-Be Band Stars

A new show has been envisioned to bring up young band performers of the country. The new show will be headed by Ayub Bachchu on Rtv. It will start from February 16 and will continue through every Friday at 10pm.

Ayub Bachchu On Platform For Would-Be Band Stars

A new show has been envisioned to bring up young band performers of the country. The new show will be headed by Ayub Bachchu on Rtv. It will start from February 16 and will continue through every Friday at 10pm.

China...Stories From 1971 And 2017

History generally seems to move in circles. It begins at one point and then comes back to its place of origin. The crisis over the Rohingyas appears to be a hint of this truism in our lives. No, it has nothing to do with the Rohingyas themselves. But it does have everything to do with the Myanmar government and the Chinese leadership.

The Final Solution And Appeasing The Perpetrators

The government of Myanmar seems to have come to a definite conclusion that the time for reaching a final solution of the Rohingya issue has already approached. It is most likely that such an apprehension has prompted the administration not to hesitate in following the examples of discarded strong men of the past in getting rid of an entire population that it finds irritating. The stage was already set before the start of the most recent drama.

Seeking Light In A Tunnel

It is instructive to consider the plight of the Rohingya, if at all it is possible, from their point of view. It most likely isn’t exactly, but you begin to understand the scale of their tragic situation by some of the stories you hear from those who escaped, as we did when a team from Dhaka Courier visited the camps in Cox’s Bazar and Teknaf (see next story).

5 Weeks, 507,000 Refugees

Bangladesh Foreign Minister AH Mahmood Ali said Bangladesh itself is currently facing a severe crisis due to the influx of forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals which made the problem a multidimensional one. He said international peace and security are facing many new challenges. “In addition to poverty and conflicts, other emerging global issues such as climate change and natural disasters, outbreaks of new diseases, discrimination and persecutions, displacements -- all these are posing new threats to the humanity.”

Being Stateless

Some snippets of life for the displaced Rohingya community in the refugee camps.

A Refreshing Approach: Highlighting Rickshaw Art

Rokon-Uz-Zaman Sohel’s solo show at Zainul Gallery-1

Security In Compromising Position

Despite laws, export cargo not protected from theft, smuggling, terrorism

Artist Nipa's book launched at Dhaka Art Summit

A book containing the artworks of artist Maksuda Iqbal Nipa, titled “Maksuda Iqbal Nipa - Episodes of Her Gaze” was launched at the Dhaka Art Summit 2018’s BMW Lounge in Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on February 6.

“Whitewashing” Genocide in Myanmar

Although the genocide of the Rohingya minority in Myanmar has gathered greater media attention in recent months, there is no indication that the international community is prepared to act in any meaningful way, thus leaving hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees stranded in border camps between Myanmar and Bangladesh.

The Enduring Warmth Of Boi Mela

The month-long Amar Ekushey Book Fair began on February 1 on the Bangla Academy premises and at adjoining Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka.

“Every Day A Challenge For Me” - New Igp

Newly-appointed Inspector General of Police Dr Jabed Patwary has said since joining the police force, every day of his life has been a challenge for him.

The Timeless Test That Ended In A Draw

When Bangladesh escaped with a draw in Chittagong on February 4, 2018, against Sri Lanka many were relieved that Test matches were only five days long.

An Opportunity To Brief Important Friends

FMs of China, Japan, Germany, Sweden to visit Rohingyas before heading towards Myanmar

Fake News; Shahriar Pleads To Get Rid Of Fake News And Asks Politicians, Journos To Work Together For National Development

Underscoring the need for avoiding fake news, State Minister for Foreign Affairs M Shahriar Alam on Tuesday called on the politicians and journalists to play a leading role in the country’s development.

CRI Team Visits UNB Office

A delegation of China Radio International (CRI) recently visited UNB office and discussed ways to establish deeper cooperation between the two organisations.

Banking On Uincertainty

I do not believe in taking the right decision, I take a decision and make it right.

Parsi Pehele, Lekin Bangladesh Sabse Pehele: Sushma

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi have already laid a strong foundation of cooperation between the two countries. To review the growing relations, Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj paid an official visit to Bangladesh on October 22-23 that could afford an opportunity for review of the excellent bilateral relations between Bangladesh and India.

Barisal Port In A Declining State

Barisal River Port, a 154-year-old southern hub of transportation system connecting different parts of Bangladesh through waterways, is losing its importance due to declining navigability and lessening flow of passengers who are more attracted to road transport system nowadays.

Elephant Electrocution Along Border On The Rise

The incidents of wild elephants getting electrocuted is on the rise along Bangladesh’s border since farmers have started installing generators and electric wires to protect their paddy fields from attacks by elephants coming from across the border.