Sadi Muhammad Alok

The magic of Niloy Das: A tribute by Milu Aman

Niloy Das's guitar skills were unparalleled, and he was celebrated as one of Bangladesh's top guitarists. His journey into the world of music was not limited to a single genre; instead, he ventured into non-classical genres, drawing inspiration from renowned guitarists like Ritchie Blackmore and Randy Rhoads. His passion for the guitar was evident in every note he played, and it left an everlasting impression on those who had the privilege of hearing his music.

1m ago

Jatiya Nagorik Committee: A youth platform that seeks new ‘political settlement’

The Jatiya Nagorik Committee, formed following the July-August student-led mass uprising, seeks to unite diverse groups in Bangladesh to establish a new political “settlement” for a democratic society.

1m ago

Cartoons as resistance: Artists find their voice in July uprising

Cartoons, as a form of artistic activism, speak the language of time. They highlight contemporary political events and societal absurdities, often at great personal risk to the artists. Despite the former AL-led government's attempts to instil fear during the anti-discrimination student movement, the people's resolve only grew stronger. Cartoonists were no exception, capturing the then government's atrocities—murders, repression, and abductions—in powerful images that spread like wildfire across social media. These cartoons became the movement's fuel, igniting further resistance.

2m ago

Struggle for a secular Bangladesh will persist: Ashfaque Nipun

When it comes to speaking out against injustice and oppression, there aren’t many artistes who stand out as prominently as Ashfaque Nipun. Known for his active presence both online and on the ground, Nipun has been a vocal participant in various protests. His determination was evident during the quota reform movement, which later evolved into the anti-discrimination student movement and led to the dramatic fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s regime.

2m ago

Happy to win Magsaysay award, but it also increases our responsibilities: Korvi

Korvi Rakshand, the founder of JAAGO foundation, was yesterday announced as one of the winners of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award in the emergent leadership category

1y ago

Kamal doesn’t know what is wrong with the banking sector

Islami Bank, Social Islami Bank and First Security Islami Bank lent about Tk 9,500 crore under suspicious circumstances, as reported by different media. Of the sum, Tk 7,246 crore has been taken from Islami Bank alone.

1y ago

Price hike of fuel: Regulator’s mandate ignored

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission Act-2003 clearly states that only the commission, a statutory body for regulating the country’s energy sector, can increase or adjust fuel prices.

2y ago

Energy Crisis: Shutting diesel-run plants won’t do much

A top energy expert has expressed doubt over whether the government’s actions to solve the energy crisis will bear much fruit, and said people with lower incomes will be hit harder by measures such as load shedding.

2y ago
September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024

The magic of Niloy Das: A tribute by Milu Aman

Niloy Das's guitar skills were unparalleled, and he was celebrated as one of Bangladesh's top guitarists. His journey into the world of music was not limited to a single genre; instead, he ventured into non-classical genres, drawing inspiration from renowned guitarists like Ritchie Blackmore and Randy Rhoads. His passion for the guitar was evident in every note he played, and it left an everlasting impression on those who had the privilege of hearing his music.

September 21, 2024
September 21, 2024

Jatiya Nagorik Committee: A youth platform that seeks new ‘political settlement’

The Jatiya Nagorik Committee, formed following the July-August student-led mass uprising, seeks to unite diverse groups in Bangladesh to establish a new political “settlement” for a democratic society.

September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024

Cartoons as resistance: Artists find their voice in July uprising

Cartoons, as a form of artistic activism, speak the language of time. They highlight contemporary political events and societal absurdities, often at great personal risk to the artists. Despite the former AL-led government's attempts to instil fear during the anti-discrimination student movement, the people's resolve only grew stronger. Cartoonists were no exception, capturing the then government's atrocities—murders, repression, and abductions—in powerful images that spread like wildfire across social media. These cartoons became the movement's fuel, igniting further resistance.

August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024

Struggle for a secular Bangladesh will persist: Ashfaque Nipun

When it comes to speaking out against injustice and oppression, there aren’t many artistes who stand out as prominently as Ashfaque Nipun. Known for his active presence both online and on the ground, Nipun has been a vocal participant in various protests. His determination was evident during the quota reform movement, which later evolved into the anti-discrimination student movement and led to the dramatic fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s regime.

September 1, 2023
September 1, 2023

Happy to win Magsaysay award, but it also increases our responsibilities: Korvi

Korvi Rakshand, the founder of JAAGO foundation, was yesterday announced as one of the winners of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award in the emergent leadership category

December 1, 2022
December 1, 2022

Kamal doesn’t know what is wrong with the banking sector

Islami Bank, Social Islami Bank and First Security Islami Bank lent about Tk 9,500 crore under suspicious circumstances, as reported by different media. Of the sum, Tk 7,246 crore has been taken from Islami Bank alone.

August 12, 2022
August 12, 2022

Price hike of fuel: Regulator’s mandate ignored

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission Act-2003 clearly states that only the commission, a statutory body for regulating the country’s energy sector, can increase or adjust fuel prices.

July 21, 2022
July 21, 2022

Energy Crisis: Shutting diesel-run plants won’t do much

A top energy expert has expressed doubt over whether the government’s actions to solve the energy crisis will bear much fruit, and said people with lower incomes will be hit harder by measures such as load shedding.

July 20, 2022
July 20, 2022

Energy crisis: Piecemeal steps won’t solve it

The government has shut down diesel-run power plants and mulls some other steps to tackle the ongoing energy crisis.

July 15, 2021
July 15, 2021

Buy 20m doses of Sputnik V

Gonoshasthaya Kendra (GSK) has asked the government to buy 20 million doses of Russia’s Sputnik V Covid-19 vaccine and said that the Gonoshasthaya Nagar Hospital has been appointed the vaccine manufacturer’s sole distributor in Bangladesh.