Arakan Army’s Provocations: Resolution Lies in Firm Stance

HRM Rokan Uddin The Arakan region (today’s Rakhine State of Myanmar) has been deeply connected with Bengal for centuries. There were strong bonds of trade, culture, and migration between the coastal belts of Chittagong and Arakan. During the medieval period, the Sultans of Bengal maintained close ties with the Arakanese kingdom. Sufi saints, traders, and … More Arakan Army’s Provocations: Resolution Lies in Firm Stance

No More Compromise: Through justice, the honor of the Armed Forces will be reborn

By Brig Gen (retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc The history of every nation is shaped not only by its victories but also by its betrayals. Bangladesh is no different. Our beloved armed forces, born out of sacrifice, discipline, and patriotism, have been our shield in war and our pride in peace. Yet, there have been … More No More Compromise: Through justice, the honor of the Armed Forces will be reborn

The Rampant Corruption among Leaders: A National Moral Crisis

Corruption, a disease that gnaws at the very fabric of society, has unfortunately become a common affair among our nation’s leaders. The involvement of forces chiefs, various department heads, members of parliament, and ministers in corrupt activities is not only alarming but also indicative of a severe moral degradation within our nation. The frequent evasion … More The Rampant Corruption among Leaders: A National Moral Crisis

অভ্যন্তরীণ সংঘাত নাকি বহিরাগত খেলা? নুরুল হক নুর ঘটনার প্রেক্ষাপট

ব্রিঃ জেঃ(অব) এইচ আর এম রোকন উদ্দিন   সাম্প্রতিক সময়ে গনঅধিকার পরিষদের নেতা নুরুল হক নুরের ওপর হামলা বাংলাদেশের রাজনৈতিক অঙ্গনকে আবারও নাড়া দিয়েছে। একটি গণতান্ত্রিক রাষ্ট্রে এ ধরনের সহিংসতা কোনোভাবেই গ্রহণযোগ্য নয় এবং একে অবশ্যই নিন্দা করতে হবে। তবে একইসাথে ঘটনাটির পেছনে যে জটিল প্রেক্ষাপট রয়েছে, তা বোঝা জরুরি। বিজয়নগরে জাতীয় পার্টি ও গণঅধিকার … More অভ্যন্তরীণ সংঘাত নাকি বহিরাগত খেলা? নুরুল হক নুর ঘটনার প্রেক্ষাপট

গুজব ও সন্দেহ ছড়ানো: ইসলামে একটি মহাপাপ

ভূমিকা কুরআন ও সুন্নাহ স্পষ্টভাবে প্রমাণ করে যে ইসলাম হলো সত্য, ন্যায় এবং ভ্রাতৃত্বের ধর্ম। যে কোনো কাজ যা সত্যকে ক্ষুণ্ণ করে, মিথ্যা প্রচার করে বা মুসলমানদের মধ্যে আস্থা ধ্বংস করে, তা গুরুতর গুনাহ হিসেবে বিবেচিত। এর মধ্যে পরনিন্দা, গুজব ছড়ানো, অকারণ সন্দেহ করা এবং অপরকে উপহাস করা অন্তর্ভুক্ত—যা আপাতদৃষ্টিতে ছোট মনে হলেও আল্লাহর নিকট … More গুজব ও সন্দেহ ছড়ানো: ইসলামে একটি মহাপাপ

The Rise of Yellow Journalism and the Erosion of Ethical Media: A Call for Stricter State Regulation

Introduction In the contemporary world, freedom of speech is a cherished right, enshrined in constitutions and protected by international human rights law. However, this fundamental freedom is being exploited, leading to the corruption of media and journalism, particularly in third world countries. Yellow journalism, characterized by sensationalism, misinformation, and unethical practices, has become a prevalent … More The Rise of Yellow Journalism and the Erosion of Ethical Media: A Call for Stricter State Regulation

Revisiting India’s Foreign Policy: A Strategic Imperative for Improved Relations with Bangladesh

India and Bangladesh share more than just a 4,096-kilometer-long border; they share historical ties, cultural affinities, and a legacy of cooperation that dates back to the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. However, despite these deep connections, the relationship between the two countries has experienced fluctuations, particularly in recent years. With regional dynamics rapidly changing and … More Revisiting India’s Foreign Policy: A Strategic Imperative for Improved Relations with Bangladesh

Navigating a Path of Sovereignty: Bangladesh’s Response to India’s Hostile Interference

In the annals of South Asian geopolitics, the relationship between Bangladesh and India has often been marked by a complex interplay of cooperation and tension. While geographic proximity and shared history have bound the two nations together, recent developments have cast a shadow over this bond. The fall of the autocratic regime of Sheikh Hasina … More Navigating a Path of Sovereignty: Bangladesh’s Response to India’s Hostile Interference

Strategic Realignment: A New Bloc Rises

Brig Gen (Retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc, PhD In a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, a quiet but consequential development is unfolding across Asia—one that could redraw the region’s strategic architecture. Recent reports indicate that Bangladesh, Pakistan, Turkey, and China are exploring the formation of a multi-nation military cooperation pact, aimed at enhancing joint defense capabilities, … More Strategic Realignment: A New Bloc Rises