Legal checks before you buy a smart move
Proper paperwork before purchasing a property is crucial, as buyers often struggle to manage it effectively—especially when verifying the authenticity of land and apartment deeds provided by realtors.
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Shifting commercial tides: What’s Next for Motijheel?
Motijheel, once a thriving commercial hub in Dhaka, has recently lost its prominence as businesses increasingly shift towards Gulshan and Banani.
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
‘We do not have a critical culture in architecture’
The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current state of living spaces in Dhaka?
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Women making their mark
The gender gap in the banking sector has been a persistent challenge, but encouraging developments indicate a shift towards greater inclusivity.
7 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Palki Motors: Driving green, driving smart
Palki Motors, Bangladesh’s first domestic electric vehicle manufacturer, is revolutionising the automotive industry with affordable, eco-friendly solutions designed to transform urban transportation and meet local needs.
1 March 2025, 18:00 PM
A fair and transparent trial is necessary to ensure accountability
The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current status of human rights in the country, and what urgent issues need to be addressed?
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Democratic reforms must begin with political parties
The Daily Star (TDS): What are the critical areas where reforms should begin in Bangladesh’s political sphere to promote democracy?
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Election commission’s power over executive bodies key to election integrity
The Daily Star (TDS): Could you please share how your commission functioned and what outcomes it achieved?
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Our primary objective is to institutionalise balance and strengthen our institutions
The Daily Star (TDS): How do you evaluate your commission’s work—was it more of a complete rewriting or a revision of the Constitution of Bangladesh?
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM
We need a permanent health commission
The Daily Star (TDS): Can you briefly outline the evolution of the health sector in Bangladesh?
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM
The hard truths about Bangladesh’s food security
How would you evaluate Bangladesh’s agricultural development over the past 50 years?
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM
How are Indigenous people faring in the new Bangladesh?
How many people genuinely care about the state of Indigenous communities in the “new Bangladesh,” which claims to be free from discrimination? Indigenous students and activists joined the July movement with hope, ambition, and passion.
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Revive our rivers by securing flow and stopping pollution
What persistent challenges in Bangladesh’s river and water resource management demand immediate reform?
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangla language and literature after ‘47
The partition of British India in 1947 posed significant challenges to the state-building process in both India and Pakistan, including in Bengal, which faced the complexities of being divided between the two new nations.
20 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Akhteruzzaman Elias’ thought on novel writing in Bengali literature
Akhteruzzaman Elias would often deconstruct novels as a literary form, emphasising the role of social realism in mastering its craft.
12 February 2025, 09:45 AM
Choosing Excellence: Private Universities Are Leading the Way
Private universities in Bangladesh have become integral to the country’s higher education landscape, playing a crucial role since their establishment.
1 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Fantastic 5 banks surpassing Tk 2,000 crore in operating profit
In a year marked by financial uncertainty, five banks in Bangladesh have emerged as beacons of resilience and trust. Islami Bank, already a leader in the sector, has been joined by BRAC Bank, City Bank, Pubali Bank, and Dutch-Bangla Bank in reaching the coveted Tk 2,000 crore milestone in operating profit.
29 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Transforming the Banking Landscape through MFS
The financial landscape of Bangladesh has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, thanks to the rapid growth and adoption of Mobile Financial Services (MFS). The emergence of MFS platforms has revolutionised the way people engage with banking.
27 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Safe lifts: From setup to ongoing maintenance
Lifts have evolved from being a luxury to an essential component of modern living.
25 January 2025, 18:00 PM
‘When a government refuses to go, people accept it until they don’t’
Author and researcher Mohiuddin Ahmad talks about the background and formation of BAKSAL.
25 January 2025, 03:00 AM