- A closed road, an open question Why are we so easily triggered?
Perhaps Bangladesh needs better roads and better traffic management. But we also need better habits of dealing with one another: Less aggression, more patience, and a little more civility in everyday life.; 2026-09-02
- What indigenous communities can teach us about water
As Bangladesh prepares for an increasingly uncertain water future, there is much to learn from communities that have long understood that water cannot be separated from forests, land, biodiversity, and culture.; 2026-08-19
- Time to address the unequal burden of environmental change
Every year, Bangladesh observes World Environment Day with the same familiar rituals: tree plantation drives, school rallies, and repeated promises to address pollution and climate change.; 2026-06-05
- Earth Day: Promises must meet ground realities
Bangladesh has not been warned that climate change is coming. It has already arrived, and it has settled in; 2026-04-22
- Removing vendors won’t fix Dhaka’s streets
Some days ago, while passing through Panthapath on my way to work, I saw many people, including day labourers and rickshaw pullers, gathered with sombre expressions: the roadside food stalls they depended on for affordable meals had been removed.; 2026-04-11
- Frugality is key to withstanding the energy and economic shocks
Frugality begins at home. Simple actions such as turning off lights and appliances when not in use, choosing energy-efficient devices, and minimising water wastage can reduce household energy consumption and contribute to broader resource conservation.; 2026-04-06
- Why Bangladesh must digitise its toll system
Roads are more than physical infrastructure — they are public assets that reflect how a nation manages its resources. A modern, transparent toll system can transform public perception, turning frustration into confidence.; 2026-04-03
- Water is the real test of governance
If Bangladesh wants stability and prosperity, water must be placed at the centre of national planning; 2026-03-25
- Water security demands inclusion of women’s voices
Women mostly manage water for their families, yet their voices are seldom reflected in policy.; 2025-11-22
- Time to prioritize safety and regulation in tourism
What must be done to turn around the current dismal situation of Bangladesh’s tourism industry?; 2025-07-08
- BANGLADESHI SWEETS Missed global opportunity
BENGALIS are known for their deep-rooted love of sweets. It’s more than just a preference; it’s part of our identity. From childhood to adulthood, from everyday meals to grand celebrations, sweets are inseparable from our culture. Even in our language, phrases like ‘sesh pate roshogolla aar doi’ (ending a meal with sweets) have become proverbial.; 2025-06-20
