At a time when Bangladesh is navigating economic uncertainty, institutional strain, and administrative transition, the demand for increased recruitment through the 44th BCS examination has never been more justified. The current recruitment framework must be re-evaluated to address three interlinked national concerns: public service delivery, law and order, and the optimal utilization of merit-based human […]
The ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza has become a critical issue for U.S. President Joe Biden, shaping the political landscape ahead of the upcoming American elections. Analysts suggest that the war has placed Biden in a “lose-lose game,” as he struggles to balance the interests of his party’s diverse voter base and the powerful corporate […]
The Chief Adviser of the interim government has outlined three core responsibilities for itself: organizing elections, initiating reforms, and ensuring justice. Political parties such as the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, Gono Odhikar Parishad, etc., are emphasizing elections as the foremost priority. Their argument is straightforward: restoring law and order, attracting foreign investment, and stabilizing the economy all […]
Executive SummaryBangladesh’s interim government has signaled conditional support for a United Nations–backed humanitarian corridor through its territory to deliver aid to famine-stricken communities in Myanmar’s Rakhine State (The Irrawaddy, 30 April 2025). With Rakhine facing “famine conditions by mid-2025” and over two million people at risk of starvation (Al Jazeera, 8 November 2024), the corridor […]
The proposition of instituting universal military training for the youth of Bangladesh has garnered attention from various sectors, including political leaders, intellectuals, and social media activists. The issue has also been discussed in the recent DC summit held on 18th February 2025. While the arguments in favor, highlight the potential benefits for national security and […]