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When 'learning opportunities' become free labour

When 'learning opportunities' become free labour

The promise is alluring: a foot in the door, a chance to learn, a line on a CV that might open up a future career. For thousands of students, graduates, and even post-graduates across Bangladesh, this promise comes in the form of an internship. The reality, however, is often a starkly different pic


Why being good at your job doesn't guarantee career growth

Why being good at your job doesn't guarantee career growth

Farah had exceeded every sales target for three consecutive years at a multinational bank in Dhaka. Her quarterly reviews were flawless. When the regional manager position opened, she assumed it was hers. It went to Kamal, who had missed targets twice but happened to play golf with the division hea

Are Bangladesh's teachers ready for AI?

Are Bangladesh's teachers ready for AI?

Gone are the days when the traditional chalkboard was the prime focus of classrooms in Bangladesh. In its place, a new and increasingly influential presence has begun to emerge: artificial intelligence (AI). Globally as well as in Bangladesh's schools, AI use has rapidly gained speed over the past

Bangladeshi team wins silver medal

Bangladeshi team wins silver medal

"Being part of the Seoul International Invention Fair 2025 was an extraordinary and eye-opening experience. I had the opportunity to observe how global innovators approach complex problems, design advanced solutions, and maintain precision under scrutiny," said Calibrator-Z team member Jayed. At S

NSU hosts Quran Conference and Seerah Exhibition 2025

NSU hosts Quran Conference and Seerah Exhibition 2025

North South University (NSU) hosted the "NSU Quran Conference and Seerah Exhibition 2025" at the NSU Plaza Area recently, bringing together prominent Islamic scholars and university leadership to discuss the relevance of Quranic teachings in contemporary life. The grand conference featured disting

Meeting the challenges of brain drain

Meeting the challenges of brain drain

The problem of brain drain encountered by poor and underdeveloped countries is both a cause and consequence of a grand scheme. Its roots lie in the colonial exploitation of subjugated countries by the conquering powers such as the Indian subcontinent by the British. Following their conquest of coun

How AI dependency is eroding critical thinking of youths

How AI dependency is eroding critical thinking of youths

Since late 2023, the way young people interact with the internet has changed drastically. The shift has moved from seeking information to demanding instant answers. LLM-based AI applications like ChatGPT, Claude, DeepSeek, and Gemini have transformed user behaviou—today's youths no longer wan

Why part-time jobs for students matter

Why part-time jobs for students matter

Bangladesh is facing a youth puzzle it has not fully solved. Nearly one-third of the population is between 15 and 29, making it one of the youngest countries in the region. We often call this a big advantage, yet many young people still struggle to find jobs and the jump from school to work takes f

When low confidence overshadows skill

When low confidence overshadows skill

She made a perfect presentation-well-prepared slides, solid facts, proper research and innovative ideas. Still, when she got to the stage, her self-doubt kicked in. "What if I missed something?"-she thought. Her voice trembled; despite having well-researched solutions, she forgot to present them. T

Who're monitoring the consultancies sending students abroad?

Who're monitoring the consultancies sending students abroad?

Ratul spent two years and nearly Tk 5.0 million at a private university in Malaysia his consultancy recommended. The firm never mentioned the institution lacked proper accreditation. When he returned to Dhaka with his degree, employers refused to recognise it. He remains unemployed. His consultancy