What began as a student demand to reform government job quotas rapidly evolved into the largest political upheaval in Bangladesh’s modern history, ending 15 years of uninterrupted Awami...
Two years after the July 2024 uprising reshaped Bangladesh’s political landscape, many of the students who helped lead the movement say the country has yet to deliver the deep institutional...
What began as a student demand to reform government job quotas rapidly evolved into the largest political upheaval in Bangladesh’s modern history, ending 15 years of uninterrupted Awami League rule and forcing then prime minister Sheikh Hasina from office.
Two years later, the July...
Almost every recent graduate with physical disability has a similar story to share about finding work. The certificate on the wall is not as valuable as it should be, and years of applications and exams come to an end when they lose their position for disabilities.
The number tells the same...
It is troubling and, frankly, embarrassing to see recent findings by the Prothom Alo that identified serious inconsistencies in research papers published by respected journals and involving authors...
The findings of the recent election observation report, which highlighted the significant barriers faced by millions of voters with disabilities, are deeply concerning.
While Bangladesh has...
Nineteen-year-old Al-Amin says the hardest part of losing his leg is not the pain. It is the helplessness.
“I can’t walk. I can’t stand for long. I depend on others for almost everything,” he said.
“It is very difficult to live like this as a young man.”
Two...
On August 5, 2024, 20-year-old madrasa student Abu Hanif stepped into a procession in Narayanganj believing he was joining thousands demanding justice, dignity and reform.
Moments later, a rubber...
Iran denied holding direct negotiations with the United States despite American statements publicly
Unknown projectile struck cargo ship inside Strait of Hormuz during continuing regional tensions
Defense white paper highlighted growing risks from China, North Korea, and Russia
Japan continues increasing defense spending and expanding military capabilities across strategic regions
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen joined Ajax on loan for the 2026/27 season on Tuesday.
“Ajax has reached an agreement with Barcelona and Marc ter Stegen,” said the Dutch club in a statement.
The 34-year-old, who has been at Barcelona since 2014, has missed much of the...
Alexandra Eala capped her giant-killing run at the Washington Open with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 victory over top-seeded Jessica Pegula on Monday to become the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA...
Major League Soccer (MLS) named Los Angeles FC co-managing owner Larry Berg as the league's next commissioner on Monday, saying he will take the helm from Don Garber on January 1, 2027.
Berg will...
bKash has organised a two-day seminar to boost skills of its officials to prevent online Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (ML-TF) activities.
The theme of this half-yearly seminar was “Managing ML&TF Risks involving online connectivity”, focusing on strengthening...
Unilever Consumer Care Limited (UCL) recently held its 328th board meeting, during which several key appointments to the board and senior management team were approved.
The board of directors...
Kakhaber Benidze has been appointed as managing director of British American Tobacco Bangladesh PLC. effective May 1, 2026.
He succeeds Monisha Abraham, whose leadership contributed to strong...
