People's expectations belied
The common people's expectations from the July 2024 uprising and the political change that followed were naturally high. As such, they would like to believe that with the end of autocracy, there would be meaningful changes in their lives. When the past autocratic regime's hallmarks were the absence of the...
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Recognising the value of migrant money
For many years now, remittances sent by Bangladeshis working abroad have been the single strongest pillar holding up the economy. Just as families wait for these earnings with hope, the nation relies on them with the same need. Crucially, these funds serve as an anchor of stability for the banking...
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Rising emission of black smoke from buses
Around five years ago, a study conducted by the esteemed chemistry department of the University of Dhaka found that motor vehicles powered by fossil fuels make up 50 per cent of all the contributors to air pollution in the capital city. The study also revealed that burning of straws, firewood,...
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Power changes, expectation remains unmet
In Bangladeshi politics, the transfer of power often feels like an endless drama. With election festivals, slogans and dazzling promises, a wave of excitement spreads across the country. People hope that their fate will truly change, that transparency and justice will prevail. Yet the reality often tells a different story....
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A separate branch for rare diseases
The Department of Health in our country does not have a dedicated branch for rare diseases. This is deeply concerning, as the World Health Organization (WHO) has repeatedly pointed out that medicines and related products for rare diseases are extremely expensive, and access to them remains limited in many parts...
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