Rakshanda Rahman Misha

Some cartoons now appear more as tools of self-promotion for specific parties rather than critiques of the system. With so much political drama unfolding, one question persists: why is there so little interest among cartoonists in tackling election-related issues through their art?

For them, a ray of light arrives in the name of Alok Nibash, an initiative by BANCAT, Bangladesh’s first holistic cancer care home. Here, cancer patients receive free treatment and accommodation, along with counseling and emotional support for both themselves and their families. It is more than a shelter; it is a space of dignity, compassion, and healing. This brainchild of Najmus Ahmed Albab, a cancer survivor himself, was born out of a desire to help those without the financial means to fight cancer, giving them hope, care, and a chance to rebuild their lives.

Parsa has also been drawing attention for her fresh on-screen pairings. She was recently seen opposite Mosharraf Karim in “Dimlight” and will next be paired with Yash Rohan in “Ekshathe Alada”.

There are so many untold stories from July, yet when we look at our cinema, it gives the impression that the silver screen has barely scratched the surface of what July truly was. Are filmmakers hesitant to tell these stories? And why, in such a short period, have we only seen two July-related films make it to the theatres?

The event began at 4pm at the National Museum, with Jalal Ahmed, chairman of the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission, presiding over the ceremony.

“Thirty-five years of working with honesty and integrity for the country and its people is no small achievement,” she reflects. “This is something very few organisations can sustain. That is why The Daily Star has always been a place of trust for me.”

For Azmeri Haque Badhan, The Daily Star’s 35-year journey stands as a testament to resilience. Congratulating the newspaper on reaching what she calls a “remarkable milestone,” she acknowledges the long and meaningful path the institution has travelled.

When Pritom Hasan recently shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of himself singing amid army personnel, fans immediately sensed that something special was on the way. The image hinted at a unique and exciting collaboration between the popular singer and the Bangladesh Army. Anticipation grew further yesterday when the first official look was unveiled — a photograph of an army uniform accompanied by the caption, “15.01.26.”