Ridding nation of black laws
One of the most tyrannous legacies of the past autocratic government was the Cyber Security Act 2023 (CSA 2023) passed in September 2023. It was actually a rehash of its equally draconian predecessor, the Digital Security Act (DSA) 2018. However, in line with the promise made by the interim government...
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Dhaka's fire safety fix risks backfiring
The recent decision by the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) to revoke trade licences of restaurants operating in buildings not originally approved for restaurant use, especially rooftop establishments, has sparked controversy. Citing fire hazards and unauthorised construction, the city corporation presented the crackdown as part of a long overdue effort...
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Disrespecting women, destabilising society
Last week's grand rally in Dhaka, organised by an extreme right-wing group, gave a wrong message to all. In the rally, several speakers spread hatred against women in the name of religious obligations. Some of them also made misogynist remarks about members of the Women Affairs Reform Commission. One of...
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Mental health matters
Mental health remains a neglected and overlooked issue in Bangladesh. In a country of 172 million people, there are fewer than 350 psychiatrists. This means just one psychiatrist serves roughly 500,000 individuals. The situation is difficult to fathom.By comparison, England, with a population of about 69 million, has approximately 6,300...
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Administrative awareness a must to combat drugs
Drug abuse is silently crippling our youth. At a time when young people should be building their futures, many are falling into addiction. In urban areas, the unemployed and frustrated are especially vulnerable, turning to easily available substances like yaba, phensedyl, and cannabis. It poses a grave threat to our...
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