ED: We need to stand strong against extremist sentiments

In a digital age, hateful and bigoted sentiments can spread faster than ever A little over five years ago, the horrifying attack inside Holey Artisan Bakery in Dhaka reminded all of us that extremism was alive and well in the country. No doubt, great strides have been made in many spheres of life in the country, with a greater emphasis on gender equality and secular values. Women lead the way all across the board, from politics, to business, to science and technology.