Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has published the list of 36 candidates for reserved women seats in the 13th National Parliament. In its nomination process, the party has tried to balance three aspects: previous parliamentary experience, family political connections and emerging youth leadership. The list includes former Members of Parliament, wives and daughters of party leaders, […]
Then why is there a separate system for the National Parliament? Or are women at the local level more independent, self-reliant and mature, while at the national level they are inexperienced and powerless? In our country, I have seen many so-called women leaders as well as women who have made valuable contributions in various fields […]
Reiterating that four crore families across the country will be gradually brought under the Family Card Programme, Prime Minister Tariq Rahman today, Wednesday, told the Jatiya Sangsad (JS) that the BNP government considers the family and not the individual as the fundamental unit of development. “The philosophy of the present government is ‘the basic unit […]
In fact, many of these marriages are shaped by pressure—family decisions, financial hardship, or fear of social stigma. True choice is often absent. There is also a very uncomfortable truth which society hesitates to face. When people argue that “teens are already getting involved in relationships,” they overlook who the other party often is. These […]
Later, by pressing the button on the laptop, Tariq Rehman transferred the family card money to the accounts of 37,567 women at 14 places in different districts. Zubaida Rahman, wife of Prime Minister Tariq Rahman; Social Welfare Minister Abu Zafar Mohammad Zahid Hussain, Minister of State for Social Welfare Farzana Sharmin, Social Welfare Secretary Mohammad […]
This is not a debate between feminism and tradition. This is a discussion about fairness, productivity and national development. Bangladesh has already demonstrated how women transform the grassroots economy. The next chapter is to ensure that they lead with confidence at the highest levels of decision making – supported by family, institutions and policy. When […]
As Bangladesh prepares for the 13th national parliamentary elections on February 12, the United Nations emphasizes that safe, inclusive and meaningful participation in public life is a fundamental right, it said. This includes the rights of all women and girls, including women with disabilities, women from minority communities, gender diverse people and others who may […]
The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) released a report on child marriage trends in districts and upazilas last April. The report states that Bogura is one of three districts with high child marriage rates; The remaining two are Jaipurhat and Chapainawabganj. In Bogura, the marriage rate among girls under 18 is over 63%; Among girls […]
“Large numbers of women and children in Palestine are currently deprived of essential medical and health services. They are fighting for survival every day,” she said. Sheikh Hasina called for a more effective role from the United Nations and other international organizations in ensuring essential health services for all in Palestine, where people are fighting […]
Bangladesh Bank Deputy Governor Nurun Nahar formally inaugurated the fair as the chief guest at the Aloki Convention Center on Gulshan-Tejgaon Link Road in Dhaka on March 26. Dr. Masudur Rahman, Chairman of SME Foundation and Farzana Chaudhary, Managing Director of Green Delta Insurance Company attended the ceremony as special guests. Selim RF Hussain, Managing […]
Following the screening, a photo exhibition titled “Investing in Women: Accelerating Progress” paid tribute to the resilience, survival and strength of Bangladeshi women. Curated by artist and feminist activist Monan Muntka, the exhibition will be open for public viewing till March 23, 2024. “The film shows the situation that women and girls are living in […]