Hasan Meer

The writer is a journalist at The Daily Star.

Upgrading ILS: Key to solving Dhaka airport's fog woes

Year after year, flight diversions disrupt schedules, causing frustration and financial losses

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Jonny’s custodial death: Justice delayed is justice denied

As the family marks the 11th anniversary of his death, they continue to grapple with the emotional and financial toll of a justice system that has failed them

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A fun-filled day for little ones

The Ekushey Boi Mela at Suhrawardy Udyan was alive with energy yesterday, as families flocked to the book fair, eager to soak in the festive atmosphere. .The air was filled with the joyful laughter of children, their excitement contagious as they darted from one bookstall to another, their

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The ‘Kingdom of Stones’ on Sangu banks

The Sangu river, winding through the hilly district of Bandarban, is an embodiment of nature’s beauty, its crystal-clear waters flowing serenely past steep hills and lush greenery.

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Activism or anarchy?

Dhaka’s protests are no longer about change, they’re about chaos

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When girls are forced off the field, nobody wins

Girls should not have to fight for their right to play

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Nilkhet: where stories once lived

Nilkhet is not merely a name on Dhaka’s map; it is an emotion. A place steeped in layers of memory, significance, and quiet reverence for the book lovers of this bustling city.

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Rohingya crisis: a call for shared responsibility and lasting solutions

The Rohingya crisis has become an enduring humanitarian disaster, with renewed violence in Myanmar forcing nearly 80,000 more refugees to seek shelter in Bangladesh since August last year

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January 23, 2025
January 23, 2025

Dhaka deserves better, and so do we

The city is screaming for help and we are not listening

January 21, 2025
January 21, 2025

Dhaka: a city of protests, paralysis and patience

For the roughly 20 million residents, it seems there are almost as many protest rallies as there are people

January 18, 2025
January 18, 2025

Breathing death: The air that kills

Air pollution has become the biggest killer in Bangladesh, and it's not just some far-off statistic

January 18, 2025
January 18, 2025

HRW report: Govt must ensure past abuses are not repeated

With the international community closely watching, Bangladesh finds itself at a critical juncture in its democratic journey.

January 17, 2025
January 17, 2025

Public health graduates deserve opportunities

The recent study by Bangladesh Health Watch (BHW) paints a troubling picture for graduates in the public health discipline, revealing that 57 percent struggle to find jobs in their field. This statistic is not just a number; it reflects the systemic issues that plague the public health sector in Bangladesh, warranting immediate attention and action

January 14, 2025
January 14, 2025

RMG sector: A catalyst for Bangladesh’s energy transition

Experts at a recent event in Dhaka highlighted the potential for Bangladesh to pioneer efforts in carbon reduction, with the ready-made garment (RMG) sector as a central player in this transformation

January 13, 2025
January 13, 2025

A clarion call for police reform

This troubling dynamic has created a deep mistrust that complicates any attempts at meaningful engagement between law enforcement and the communities they serve

January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025

NCTB must ensure accurate textbook info

Glaring mistakes about July uprising point to falling standards

January 5, 2025
January 5, 2025

8,543 killed on roads in 2024: A wake-up call for road safety

The grim tally of road crashes and fatalities in Bangladesh in 2024 paints a harrowing picture. These staggering numbers are more than statistics; they are a wake-up call for a nation grappling with a systemic road safety crisis

January 4, 2025
January 4, 2025

Conservation and community: Navigating the human-elephant dilemma

The ongoing human-elephant conflict in Chattogram's Karnaphuli, Anwara, and Banskhali upazilas is a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between wildlife conservation and human livelihoods