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Online Illicit Relationships in Bangladesh: Implications for Mental Health, Social Harmony, and Human Dignity

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 editor No Comments

The purpose of this article is to examine how the growing prevalence of online illicit relationships in Bangladesh affects mental health, family stability, social harmony, and individual dignity, while exploring practical ways to promote personal responsibility, ethical digital behaviour, and community well-being. In summary, the article finds that these relationships are not driven by a…

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Working from Home and Sick Days: The New Social Challenges Facing Modern Working Families

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 editor No Comments

In today’s world, the term “Work from Home” has become familiar to almost everyone. The purpose of this article is to examine how the growing trend of remote work and the rise of technology-driven healthcare services such as telemedicine have transformed the experience of working parents during periods of illness. It explores the social, familial,…

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Mental Health in Bangladesh: Reasons or Habits?

July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 editor No Comments

Bangladesh faces a substantial mental health crisis, with pooled prevalence estimates for depression, anxiety, and stress reaching 47%, 47%, and 44% respectively during the COVID 19 pandemic. Rather than prescribing positive behaviours to adopt, this article synthesises evidence on the everyday habits that actively erode psychological wellbeing in the Bangladeshi context, arguing that eliminating these…

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Living at Risk in Dhaka

July 9, 2026July 9, 2026 editor No Comments

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is the country’s centre of economic activity, administration, education, and employment. Home to more than 25 million people, the city serves as the driving force behind national economic growth. At the same time, uncontrolled urbanisation, unplanned housing, severe traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and inadequate civic services are steadily turning it…

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Adolescent Culture in Bangladesh’s Cities: Challenges and the Road Ahead

July 2, 2026July 2, 2026 editor No Comments

Bangladesh’s rapid urbanisation has profoundly transformed the country’s social structure, family dynamics, and the lifestyles of its younger generation. Adolescents growing up in major cities such as Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, and Rajshahi are navigating an increasingly complex reality. On one hand, globalisation and digital technology have created unprecedented opportunities. On the other, rising academic expectations,…

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Religious Harmony in Bangladesh: Current Realities and Future Directions

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 editor No Comments

Religious harmony is one of the most important foundations of Bangladesh’s national and social identity. As a Muslim majority nation, Bangladesh has long been home to people of different faiths, including Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians, who have lived together through mutual coexistence and cultural exchange, creating a pluralistic society. The collective contributions of people from…

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Social Norms, Rural Women and Human Rights

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 editor No Comments

In rural Bangladesh, prevailing social norms and traditional value systems have a profound impact on the lives, rights, and opportunities of women. In many cases, these social rules restrict women’s personal freedom, economic empowerment, and participation in public life, often conflicting with the fundamental principles of human rights. At the same time, such discriminatory social…

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Social Media, Family Breakdown and Social Division

June 13, 2026June 13, 2026 editor No Comments

Naima Onamika Commissioning Editor, The Oniket Bulletin In the past decade, Bangladesh has experienced unprecedented growth in digital technology. The expansion of internet access, widespread availability of smartphones, and the popularity of social media have opened new opportunities in social and economic life. Social media now plays an important role in communication, business, education, and…

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The Charity Trap and Work Ethics in Bangladesh

June 6, 2026June 6, 2026 editor No Comments

Bangladesh has a long history of people giving to charity. Many people believe that aiding the economically disadvantaged is a commendable act, often motivated by religious principles, sense of community, or memories of times when hunger and other challenges were prevalent. As charities expand, a critical and uncomfortable question is being raised: is Bangladesh’s charity…

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