Syeda Afrin Tarannum

Syeda Afrin Tarannum is a sub-editor at SHOUT. Reach her at [email protected]

Survivors of the Milestone jet crash and the road to emotional recovery

The weight of the loss that the survivors have collectively endured cannot be erased from their minds, nor can we take away the grief they are yet to learn to live with. However, what we can offer those affected by the event is utmost consideration and support.

9h ago

Materialists: Despite many promises, director Song's latest release leaves a lot to be desired

In Materialists, a lot is said and even more is done, but without the same level of investment, or the imperceptible longing that would inevitably lead to the sequence of events that unfold. 

3w ago

Are we doing enough to make education safe for girls?

The systemic barriers that hinder girls’ pursuit of education have continued to remain deeply ingrained in our society.

9m ago

Falling through the cracks of the ‘normal’

There is something to be said about the innate process of otherising a person with disability, and pushing them out of the group of the ‘norm’ and into the group of the ‘exception’.

10m ago

Have we outgrown emotional intimacy?

An almost unavoidable part of discussing relationships in today’s world would be Gen Z's relationship terminology

1y ago

When the sky lights up

A special comic this week on Rising Stars

1y ago

Women need better access to public restrooms

Many women do not feel safe visiting such facilities.

1y ago

Exploring the world of literary theory

"Get to know your people, and this way you will know yourself."

1y ago
July 31, 2025
July 31, 2025

Survivors of the Milestone jet crash and the road to emotional recovery

The weight of the loss that the survivors have collectively endured cannot be erased from their minds, nor can we take away the grief they are yet to learn to live with. However, what we can offer those affected by the event is utmost consideration and support.

July 10, 2025
July 10, 2025

Materialists: Despite many promises, director Song's latest release leaves a lot to be desired

In Materialists, a lot is said and even more is done, but without the same level of investment, or the imperceptible longing that would inevitably lead to the sequence of events that unfold. 

October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024

Are we doing enough to make education safe for girls?

The systemic barriers that hinder girls’ pursuit of education have continued to remain deeply ingrained in our society.

September 26, 2024
September 26, 2024

Falling through the cracks of the ‘normal’

There is something to be said about the innate process of otherising a person with disability, and pushing them out of the group of the ‘norm’ and into the group of the ‘exception’.

February 14, 2024
February 14, 2024

Have we outgrown emotional intimacy?

An almost unavoidable part of discussing relationships in today’s world would be Gen Z's relationship terminology

December 28, 2023
December 28, 2023

When the sky lights up

A special comic this week on Rising Stars

November 19, 2023
November 19, 2023

Women need better access to public restrooms

Many women do not feel safe visiting such facilities.

August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023

Exploring the world of literary theory

"Get to know your people, and this way you will know yourself."

July 13, 2023
July 13, 2023

Au Revoir, SHOUT

Goodbyes have always left a sour taste in my mouth.

June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023

My Dhaka: The many images of Dhaka metro rail

I have been using the metro rail service sporadically through the past couple of months, and I have to admit, I treat it like a bit of a luxury.