Son of a freedom fighter
I write in response to Shamsul Alam Monir's letter (September 3) regarding his father's contribution to the War of Liberation.
Unlike Mr.
Hospitality, Pakistan style
The report from your correspondent from Multan published in DS on September 2, is an eye opener for us. It shows how the authorities in Pakistan feel about Bangladeshis.
Maglev train and Bengali time
Various opinions have been expressed earlier in this section about the proposed installation of the Maglev Train in the Dhaka Chittagong route.
Suing authorities for marine disaster
It has not been long since the media was overwhelmed with the demise of 600 or so passengers in the m/v Nasrin-1 disaster.
Arbitration vs farce
Arbitration frequently takes place in both rural and urban localities of Bangladesh to reconcile friction and disturbance, especially in order to free a person (male or female) from oppression or molestation
Abandoned water-body at DU
Due to indifference of Dhaka University (DU) authorities, the beautiful water-body in the middle of Bangabandhu hall and Kabi Jasimuddin hall is now abandoned.
'Standard fees' in Standard Chartered!
I had a very interesting experience with Standard Chartered Bank, where I had gone to deposit examination fees of my daughter who is going to appear in her A level examination conducted by the British
Foreign investment
The news of the Japanese Ambassador in Dhaka outlining the hurdles and obstacles for Japanese investors is indeed a national shame as much as it showed the state of affairs in investment institutionsof
Public Library -- 24 hours a day
As the Public Library is a very important public institution, almost all types of people have access to it. So its role to the development of our education is inevitable.
Toll-seeking cops
Administration's crackdown on toll collectors at bus terminals is definitely a welcome move. The bus owners and operators must be happy. They are relieved of paying 50 to 100 taka a day.
The media and the GCE and GSCE results
There is always a hue and cry when the SSC and HSC results come out. The electronic media like the BTV, NTV, and Channel I etc. always cover the news of board results.
