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Can new political party live up to people's expectations?

Motaher Hossain

A new political party has emerged in Bangladesh, fueled by the spirit of the July uprising. The formation of the 'National Citizens' Party' (NCP) has sparked various discussions and speculations about its future. The key question remains: To what extent will the activities, street movements, and struggles of this newly formed party reflect public aspirations, ...

Deforestation must stop

Motaher Hossain

Oxygen is an essential element for all living beings on Earth, including humans. It can be said that oxygen keeps the human life process running. Without oxygen, both humans and other animals can die within a few moments. Every person around the world consumes oxygen, and the primary source of oxygen production is trees and ...

Our economic recovery falters despite frantic efforts

Motaher Hossain

When a train or bus comes to a halt, it takes time to restart and regain momentum. Similarly, it takes time to put a derailed train back on track and restore its operation. In the same way, reviving and stabilizing the currently fragile and devastated economy of the country requires a long period. February 8 ...

Fair trial for July murderers must be ensured

Motaher Hossain

The student-popular movement known as the "July Uprising" was a democratic mass upheaval in Bangladesh that took place from July to August 5, 2024. This mass movement or uprising resulted in the martyrdom of approximately 1,500 people, including students, children, teenagers, young men and women, workers, as well as leaders, activists, and supporters of various ...

World must wake up to rapid climate change

Motaher Hossain

The weather in Bangladesh and around the world is changing rapidly. Along with it, the colors, patterns, and dynamics of nature are also shifting. Similarly, human lifestyles are evolving. According to environmental scientists, this year is considered a La Niña year, meaning that winter and snowfall will intensify in the northern parts of India and ...

An uneasy calm prevails in our society

Motaher Hossain

There is a stifling atmosphere prevailing all around. The way people are supposed to behave with one another seems to be lost. Recently, there has been a sense of distrust and suspicion among neighbors, colleagues, fellow travelers, and classmates. A noticeable trend is that people are becoming increasingly artificial and robotic. Essentially, the prevailing instability ...

It's time to focus on Gaza reconstruction and lasting peace

Motaher Hossain

After devastating bloodshed, loss of lives, and widespread destruction of property, the war in the besieged Gaza Strip has come to an end. This ceasefire offers a much-needed moment of relief and hope for the people of Gaza, Palestine, and the global community. The turning point came on January 15, when Steven Witkoff, U.S. President ...

Consumers grow restive over persistent price gouging

Motaher Hossain

Midway through the fiscal year, the government has issued ordinances to increase duties and taxes on over 100 products, sparking widespread criticism from citizens, trade organizations, political parties, and other sectors of society. Recently, leaders from various political parties, including BNP, expressed concerns about rising commodity prices while attending the first national council of the ...

Consumers brace to face hardship after VAT and duty spike

Motaher Hossain

The general populace in Bangladesh is enduring a multi-faceted crisis marked by shrinking employment opportunities, skyrocketing prices of essentials, persistent inflation, and deteriorating law and order. The lower-middle-class segment is particularly bearing the brunt of these challenges. While the interim government, led by Nobel laureate economist Dr. Muhammad Yunus, is making continuous efforts to address ...

Urgent steps needed to complete reforms for elections

Motaher Hossain

After the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government through the collective movement of students and citizens, an interim government led by Nobel laureate economist Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus took over the responsibility of governing the state. Upon assuming responsibility, Dr Yunus initiated various tough and seemingly impossible steps to reform the state's structure to meet public ...