Author: Prof. Dr. Mijanur Rahman

Bangladesh Railway Must Prioritise Service Quality Over Expansion

October 18, 2026

The arrival of 18 new broad-gauge railway coaches from India through the Darshana border has renewed attention on Bangladesh Railway’s capacity, investment priorities and the quality of services provided to passengers. The coaches are the first consignment under an agreement signed with India’s RITES Limited in May 2024 for the import of 200 coaches, intended […]

Re-engagement Vital to Reviving Private Investment

October 7, 2026

Bangladesh needs broader economic and political inclusion if it is to revive private investment, according to an argument centred on the idea of ‘re-engagement’ as a key component of economic recovery. Economist Dr Birupaksha Pal, writing in an editorial published by Prothom Alo on 6 October 2026 under the title ‘Inclusive Economy: Why Is Investment […]

Controversy Surrounding Shahidul Zahir Under the Shadow of Envy

June 30, 2026

A fierce debate has ignited within Bangladesh’s literary and intellectual circles following a controversial interview in which a highly prominent intellectual dismissed the acclaimed avant-garde writer Shahidul Zahir, asserting that he does not even consider Zahir a “third-class author”. Whilst digital platforms have erupted with reactionary memes and superficial trolling, a deeper examination reveals that […]

The Invisible Proxy War of Unwarranted Slander

June 17, 2026

“Calumny is a toxic vapour which, though it may temporarily obscure the most brilliant virtues, is ultimately dispelled; once the atmosphere clears, the light breaks through unimpeded.” — Voltaire Human social existence operates within defined emotional boundaries, populated by familiar interactions, professional negotiations, and personal relationships. Beyond this recognizable perimeter lies a vast, detached arena […]

Building Veins for a Bloodless Body

May 18, 2026

The Government of Bangladesh has designated canal excavation as a priority national programme to alleviate monsoon waterlogging, replenish groundwater reserves, secure natural water reservoirs for agricultural irrigation, maintain ecological balance, and generate rural employment. The administration has established a structural target to excavate 20,000 kilometres of canals over the next five years. Reflecting the historical […]

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Author: Prof. Dr. Mijanur Rahman

Bangladesh Railway Must Prioritise Service Quality Over Expansion

Re-engagement Vital to Reviving Private Investment

Controversy Surrounding Shahidul Zahir Under the Shadow of Envy

The Invisible Proxy War of Unwarranted Slander

Building Veins for a Bloodless Body

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