MD-Noor-Hamza-Peash | Daily Observer

Tea industry thrives but workers in poverty

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Tea occupies a central place in everyday life in Bangladesh. From early mornings to late-night conversations, from school gates to university corridors and office breaks, tea accompanies social interaction, debate, and reflection. It functions as a social connector and a daily comfort across class and profession. However, while tea remains an inseparable part of national ...

Sexual crimes exposing deep cracks in social conscience

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Every day, as newspapers are opened and news portals refreshed, disturbing reports of violence against women dominate the headlines. These incidents are no longer isolated or shocking exceptions; rather, they have become a grim and recurring reality in public discourse. From urban centers to rural communities, women continue to face threats to their safety, dignity, ...

Irregularities in government recruitment system must stop

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Government jobs form the backbone of a country's administrative and governance structure. From maintaining law and order to delivering public services, implementing development policies, managing public education, and safeguarding citizens rights, government employees play a decisive role in shaping the state. Because these responsibilities directly affect public welfare and national stability, the recruitment of government ...

Are we prepared for a national emergency response for missing children?

MD Noor Hamza Peash

The rescue of missing children has long been one of the most sensitive and challenging issues in Bangladesh. Every year, countless children disappear due to negligence, trafficking, family disputes, or criminal exploitation. For parents, the disappearance of a child is not merely an administrative concern but a lifelong trauma. Recognizing the gravity of this crisis, ...

Is society losing its moral compass in the race to go viral?

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Modern society is increasingly defining human worth through visibility rather than values. Intellectual depth, integrity, and long-term contribution are being overshadowed by instant popularity. The concept of being "viral" has evolved into a dominant social benchmark, shaping how success is perceived. Individuals are now evaluated by digital metrics such as views, likes, and followers, rather ...

How mob justice undermining rule of law in our society

MD Noor Hamza Peash

The recent rise of extrajudicial killings and mob violence in different parts of Bangladesh has exposed a deeply disturbing trend within society. Incidents of people being beaten to death in public spaces on mere suspicion of theft, religious offence, or personal rivalry reflect a dangerous erosion of legal and moral boundaries. Such acts reveal not ...

How weak data protection is putting millions of internet users at risk?

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Information technology has expanded rapidly in Bangladesh, transforming communication, education, business, and public services. Digital platforms now play a central role in daily life, making processes faster and more accessible. However, alongside these benefits, serious concerns about information security have emerged. As digital dependency increases, personal and institutional data are becoming more vulnerable to misuse. ...

Is lack of awareness the biggest reason behind spread of HIV?

MD Noor Hamza Peash

AIDS remains one of the most dangerous diseases threatening human civilization in the modern era. Despite remarkable advances in medical science, this disease continues to spread silently across the globe, creating a profound public health challenge. Once the HIV virus enters the human body, it gradually weakens the immune system, leaving the individual vulnerable to ...

Rising traffic deaths must be prevented

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Road accidents have emerged as one of the most severe and persistent public crises in Bangladesh. What once appeared as isolated tragedies has now become a daily and normalized occurrence, reported routinely in the media. This normalization is deeply dangerous, as it masks the scale of loss inflicted on society. Road accidents today affect not ...

How drone technology can reshape our agriculture

MD Noor Hamza Peash

Bangladesh is an agricultural country and agriculture continues to play a decisive role in ensuring food security, employment, and economic stability. With a rapidly growing population and decreasing cultivable land, increasing agricultural productivity has become an unavoidable necessity. Traditional farming methods alone are no longer sufficient to meet rising food demand. In this context, the ...