Mahfuz Anam

THE THIRD VIEW

Editor and publisher, The Daily Star

Why was Abu Sayed shot dead in cold blood?

Why was Abu Sayed of Rangpur's Begum Rokeya University shot down by police? He was standing alone, totally unarmed with arms stretched out, holding no weapons but a stick

6d ago

Tribute by Mahfuz Anam: Remembering the flagbearer of independent journalism

As we commemorate Latifur Rahman, we miss his presence, warmth and personal touch in championing the cause of independent journalism.

3w ago

Column by Mahfuz Anam: From people to a ‘bubble’

Today's Awami League only speaks to the mirror because it cannot tolerate the retort that would come if it spoke to the people.

3w ago

The Poet Speaks

A reprint of an interview of Sufia Kamal by Mahfuz Anam.

1m ago

Column by Mahfuz Anam: The majesty of ‘public will’

India's election proved once again that, if allowed free expression, public will always strengthens democracy.

1m ago

Column by Mahfuz Anam: What constitutes hurting religious sentiments?

The issue of religious tolerance have become a matter of great concern as we see a global rise in narrow-mindedness, prejudice and hatred.

2m ago

Editor’s  note

Welcome to the latest issue of ‘Your Property Guru,’ proudly presented by The Daily Star. Embark on a journey through Bangladesh’s real estate landscape with unparalleled depth and insight.

2m ago

Column by Mahfuz Anam: End of academic freedom on US campuses?

The passage of Antisemitism Awareness Act is the most direct attack on the principles and values of the First Amendment in the US.

2m ago
July 18, 2024
July 18, 2024

Why was Abu Sayed shot dead in cold blood?

Why was Abu Sayed of Rangpur's Begum Rokeya University shot down by police? He was standing alone, totally unarmed with arms stretched out, holding no weapons but a stick

July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024

Tribute by Mahfuz Anam: Remembering the flagbearer of independent journalism

As we commemorate Latifur Rahman, we miss his presence, warmth and personal touch in championing the cause of independent journalism.

June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024

Column by Mahfuz Anam: From people to a ‘bubble’

Today's Awami League only speaks to the mirror because it cannot tolerate the retort that would come if it spoke to the people.

June 20, 2024
June 20, 2024

The Poet Speaks

A reprint of an interview of Sufia Kamal by Mahfuz Anam.

June 7, 2024
June 7, 2024

Column by Mahfuz Anam: The majesty of ‘public will’

India's election proved once again that, if allowed free expression, public will always strengthens democracy.

May 17, 2024
May 17, 2024

Column by Mahfuz Anam: What constitutes hurting religious sentiments?

The issue of religious tolerance have become a matter of great concern as we see a global rise in narrow-mindedness, prejudice and hatred.

May 14, 2024
May 14, 2024

Editor’s  note

Welcome to the latest issue of ‘Your Property Guru,’ proudly presented by The Daily Star. Embark on a journey through Bangladesh’s real estate landscape with unparalleled depth and insight.

May 10, 2024
May 10, 2024

Column by Mahfuz Anam: End of academic freedom on US campuses?

The passage of Antisemitism Awareness Act is the most direct attack on the principles and values of the First Amendment in the US.

May 3, 2024
May 3, 2024

Column by Mahfuz Anam: Has Bangladesh gained anything by a restrictive press?

The latest Bangladesh Bank restriction on journalists is anti-democratic, anti-free press and anti-public interest.

April 26, 2024
April 26, 2024

EVMs, the EC, and waste of public money

Why did the EVM experiment fall on its face?

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