The never-ending fight for women’s clothing autonomy
The right to choose one's clothing without fear of harassment or assault is a fundamental aspect of personal freedom.
3d ago
Our youth needs financial literacy to combat banking scams
The banking scams and digital financial crimes plaguing our country are not just economic issues; they're a threat to our aspirations for a reformed Bangladesh.
4d ago
‘Shono Mohajon’: The unlikely anthem that became the voice of a generation
The story of "Shono Mohajon" and its role in the July Revolution is more than just a tale of musical success; it's a stark reminder of the complex relationship between art and society. While the song's resurgence demonstrates the power of music to inspire and unify, it also raises critical questions about the nature of protest anthems and the responsibilities of artistes in times of social upheaval.
1w ago
The walls of Dhaka: Canvases of protest or eyesores?
As a literature student from North South University put it, "Slangs are part of our language. And it's difficult to express frustration and anger without using slangs.
1m ago
Stars with spine: Media personalities who voiced out for students
In such challenging times, when protesters and civilians were indiscriminately killed, wholesale arrests, block raids, and a nationwide internet shutdown violated citizens' fundamental rights, keeping the nation on edge for weeks– only a few had the courage to raise their voices against the oppression and injustice.
1m ago
Brushes and banners: Creative community leads rainy revolt in Dhaka
Under the platform titled “Artistes Against Genocide and Oppression”, a diverse group comprising visual artistes, photographers, performance artistes, musicians, poets, writers, researchers, architects, and art organisers, organised this rally of resistance. Their gathering was a response to the recent turmoil surrounding the quota reform protests, which have led to wholesale arrests and indiscriminate killings.
1m ago
The prolonged internet shutdown sets a dangerous precedent
It represents a grave threat to democracy and human rights that demands urgent attention.
1m ago
Road safety and a nation’s betrayal of its youth
Since 2019, a staggering 5,619 students have lost their lives on our roads
1m ago
September 15, 2024
The never-ending fight for women’s clothing autonomy
The right to choose one's clothing without fear of harassment or assault is a fundamental aspect of personal freedom.
September 14, 2024
Our youth needs financial literacy to combat banking scams
The banking scams and digital financial crimes plaguing our country are not just economic issues; they're a threat to our aspirations for a reformed Bangladesh.
September 10, 2024
‘Shono Mohajon’: The unlikely anthem that became the voice of a generation
The story of "Shono Mohajon" and its role in the July Revolution is more than just a tale of musical success; it's a stark reminder of the complex relationship between art and society. While the song's resurgence demonstrates the power of music to inspire and unify, it also raises critical questions about the nature of protest anthems and the responsibilities of artistes in times of social upheaval.
August 9, 2024
The walls of Dhaka: Canvases of protest or eyesores?
As a literature student from North South University put it, "Slangs are part of our language. And it's difficult to express frustration and anger without using slangs.
August 7, 2024
Stars with spine: Media personalities who voiced out for students
In such challenging times, when protesters and civilians were indiscriminately killed, wholesale arrests, block raids, and a nationwide internet shutdown violated citizens' fundamental rights, keeping the nation on edge for weeks– only a few had the courage to raise their voices against the oppression and injustice.
August 2, 2024
Brushes and banners: Creative community leads rainy revolt in Dhaka
Under the platform titled “Artistes Against Genocide and Oppression”, a diverse group comprising visual artistes, photographers, performance artistes, musicians, poets, writers, researchers, architects, and art organisers, organised this rally of resistance. Their gathering was a response to the recent turmoil surrounding the quota reform protests, which have led to wholesale arrests and indiscriminate killings.
July 28, 2024
The prolonged internet shutdown sets a dangerous precedent
It represents a grave threat to democracy and human rights that demands urgent attention.
July 24, 2024
Road safety and a nation’s betrayal of its youth
Since 2019, a staggering 5,619 students have lost their lives on our roads
July 7, 2024
The Prottoy pension scheme will exacerbate brain drain
By potentially making the teaching profession less attractive, the Prottoy scheme risks exacerbating brain drain.
July 6, 2024
Artcellism lives on
As I was preparing for the camera to roll, a humbling realisation struck me—this band had been crafting sonic masterpieces before I had even mastered my mother tongue. Their creations, like— "Oniket Prantor", "Onno Shomoy", "Obosh Onubhutir Deyal", "Amar Poth Chola", "Dhushor Shomoy"—had become the soundtrack to a generation’s hopes, dreams, and rebellions.
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