Manufacturing fear as a political tool
Fear is an instinctual, automatic response to the proximity of dangers and (socio-political) threats. While it is true that it…
The Rhetoric Of “It Happens” And Whataboutism In Political Apologia
The specious pretext of whataboutism seems to have gained momentum with the defenders of the current government in Bangladesh that…
Non-Resident Bangladeshis’ Contributions and ‘Rewards’
Bangladesh’s foreign remittance earners face many problems — eg, xenophobia and exploitation — in foreign lands. They deserve better treatment…
Reflection of present-day Bangladesh on Rokeya’s mirror
The overarching concern in Rokeya’s writing is gender. In feminist discussions, gender injustices and other forms of oppression resulting from…
Debate and Democracy in Bangladesh
This notion of equality seems to have disappeared from, or has become less relevant to, the current political culture of…
Ali Riaz’s ‘More than Meets the Eye’ and a writer’s responsibility
A writer is not a stranger to society. They are one of us and share similar desires and interests. Our…
I am a child of chasha-bhusha
I totally reject such a social divide. The hardworking chasha-bhusha are no less deserving of human dignity and respect than…
Understanding the Rohingya Crisis and Its Implications for Bangladesh
Any discussion on the Rohingya crisis without using the term ‘genocide’ would amount to an affront to the human dignity…
Bangladesh at 50: A call for unity in diversity
I am urging my fellow country people to be united on our core values and put our best efforts individually…
Justice Shahabuddin Ahmed and elections in Bangladesh
In order to prepare the people of the country for election, the government needs to equip them with information, admonition…
