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Mainstreaming gender in eye health - way forward

Mainstreaming gender in eye health - way forward

Eye health is a critical aspect of overall well-being, yet it remains a neglected issue, particularly for women and marginalised communities worldwide. The World Health Organization's first World Vision Report reveals that 2.2 billion people worldwide suffer from vision impairment, with one billion


The US must honour international law and human rights

The US must honour international law and human rights

Analyst Cordall has very correctly drawn the attention of the world to a suggestion by US President Donald Trump that Gaza should be "cleaned out" and what remains of its pre-war population of 2.3 million moved to the two neighbouring countries. It was also suggested that Egypt and Jordan should fa

Donald Trump: his agenda this time around

Donald Trump: his agenda this time around

No one expected Donald Trump to be better now than he was during his first term in White House. But few guessed that he would be far worse during his second term than he was before. After all, people learn from experiences of the past. But no such generalised assumptions seem to apply in the case o

Bangladesh RMG's commitment to sustainability: are we ready yet?

Bangladesh RMG's commitment to sustainability: are we ready yet?

The Ready-made Garment (RMG) industry has become the bedrock of Bangladesh's economy, contributing about 10.35 per cent to the country's GDP in 2023. With exponential growth over the decades, Bangladesh is the second largest RMG exporter in the world. Approximately 30 million Bangladeshi people are

Why reading physical books still matters in a digital world

Why reading physical books still matters in a digital world

In a world increasingly dominated by screens, the allure of physical books might seem to belong to a bygone era. With e-books, audiobooks, and online articles at our fingertips, many question whether traditional books still hold relevance. However, reading a physical book offers a unique experience

DU and seven colleges part ways: What next? 

DU and seven colleges part ways: What next? 

The seven colleges earlier affiliated with the University of Dhaka rather thoughtlessly have got what they wanted---cancellation of affiliation. Dhaka University (DU) is unlikely to be unhappy with the parting of ways. In fact, it was made to swallow a bitter pill with no prospect of adding anythin

Pioneer female classical singer Ava Alam

Pioneer female classical singer Ava Alam

"She cannot leave us. She will remain forever. She is immortal," Tariqul Alam uttered these words repeatedly when she expired. He believed that his wife - singer and classical musician Ava Alam - could never die. One of the greatest female classical vocalists of the country - Ava Alam died on Novem

Navigating expectations in turbulent times

Navigating expectations in turbulent times

The economy of Bangladesh has been facing considerable challenges over the last couple of years which have weakened the macroeconomic stability. Despite claims of economic growth by the fallen regime under the previous autocratic government, the economic situation continued to be vulnerable. This w

Ceasefire in Gaza: what next?

Ceasefire in Gaza: what next?

For the second time, in the one and a half year long war of attrition unleashed by Israel, a ceasefire has come into effect from January 19, one day before the inauguration of Donald Trump as the president of United States. This time the ceasefire is broader in scope and has a longer timeframe than

Trump's transactional turn tests trusted ties

Trump's transactional turn tests trusted ties

On his first day as president, Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders that marked a clear shift in the United States (US) foreign policy priorities. He withdrew the US from the Paris climate agreement, reminiscent of his first term, reaffirming his "America first" doctrine, which focuses

Bangladesh economy in transition

Bangladesh economy in transition

Like the body politic, Bangladesh economy is in transition at present. Both macroeconomic management by the government and microeconomic performance by the market are facing headwinds. While policy making in the first instance is within the bailiwick of the government, the latter is embodied by dec

Environmental education & youth engagement in climate action

Environmental education & youth engagement in climate action

As the impacts of climate change become more pronounced worldwide, environmental education and youth engagement in climate action are becoming increasingly crucial. Environmental education does not merely address the science behind climate change and integrates knowledge about local ecosystems, sus