Shariful Rukon

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Shariful Islam (Rukon) is an investigative journalist from Chattogram, Bangladesh, with over a decade of experience in exposing corruption and malpractice. His journalism journey began in 2013 as Chief Reporter for Kishorkal, a youth-focused publication in Chattogram. Since then, he has contributed to leading media platforms such as Banglamail24.com, The Daily Alokito Bangladesh, and The Daily Protidiner Sangbad. He worked as Chief Reporter at ekusheypatrika.com, Shariful’s work continues to uncover crucial societal issues, pushing for accountability and transparency in various sectors. Recognized with prestigious awards, including the Investigative Journalism Award (2023) and fellowships from Transparency International Bangladesh and the Earth Journalism Network.

Rich get discounts, poor get debt in Bangladesh’s EV transition

As climate-hit fishermen turn to electric auto-rickshaws, many face crushing NGO loans and bribery, while Bangladesh’s proposed EV policy offers tax breaks benefiting wealthy...

Can tech safeguard agriculture against climate change in Bangladesh?

Modern technology – such as smart irrigation, digital services, AI, gene modification, tech utilization – can play a key role in dealing with the...