“Come, let’s discuss men!” encourages Naaz Fahmida, 27, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Bangladesh, who states that both sexes need to acknowledge their roles in the perpetuation of how society understands traditional gender roles. As reports of a Danish woman being gang-raped in Delhi created headlines around the world at the beginning of the year, I remember …
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“Digital Bangladesh: e-Governance making access to information convenient”
December 19Imagine travelling for miles in the sweltering heat to get to a government office just to collect a …
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Joining the workforce can be a controversial step for some women, but Monica Islam, 23, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, argues that assuming work is a choice can have deep implications for society and gender equality. I had a conversation with a male friend on whether employment should be a choice for women. “Yes, those who …
Human trafficking is an ongoing problem, but as Monirul Islam, 25, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, examines the causes he proposes potential solutions and a call for prevention. Trafficking of women and children is a great concern for Bangladesh in recent times. It creates many problems for the victims, who suffer from physical and mental …
Long after a gruesome war of independence, alleged war crimes are going to trial in Bangladesh. Asif Reza Akash, 22, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, argues that the legal process is necessary to bring justice. A maxim says justice delayed is justice denied. But Bangladesh has initiated a long-awaited trial of alleged crimes against humanity dating back …
Doctors have a duty to reveal the benefits and side-effects of treatment, argues Monica Islam, 23, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, so that patients can be properly informed and involved in their diagnosis and care. A sudden dizziness, followed by a stinging sensation on the scalp, struck me as soon as I seated myself for lunch …
The popularity of Indian television and fashion is having an impact on Bangladesh’s language, film industry and even cultural celebrations, writes Abdullah Al Hasan, 23, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, who argues that response is in the hands of Bangladesh’s consumers. Globalization has opened many ways to explore extraneous cultures, and gives Bangladesh an amazing …
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Bangladeshi musicians are venturing on to the world stage, but as Abdullah Al Hasan, 23, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh writes, audio piracy is threatening that progress. The peregrination of Bangladeshi music commenced a long way back. Through this trek Bangladesh has amassed many talented singers and musicians who are celebrated not only in Bangladesh …
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Bangladesh is at a crisis point, writes Atikul Islam, 24, a Correspondent from Bogra in Bangladesh, who argues in favour of pragmatic negotiations to end the impasse and a crippling round of blockades. It is a crisis moment for politics and politicians of Bangladesh. One year has passed under the present government. Beginning last year …
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New and international trends appeal to Bangladesh’s new generation, writes Abdullah Al Hasan, 23, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, and the impact is being felt in society and the marketplace. Bangladesh’s very large number of young people is a dynamic and trendy generation. To keep pace with the current world they try to transfigure themselves and …
International Women’s Day raises a fundamental issue, says Monica Islam, 24, a Correspondent from Dhaka in Bangladesh, who argues women too often suffer or are disadvantaged because of issues around menstruation. “I face extreme period pains every month. It gets intolerable. It’s been this way since my first ever periods. My lower body feels so …