birangona

POETRY / The Birangona, un-buried

What matters when there's a Motherland to defend? 

Photography exhibition / ‘The War Is Not Over Yet’: Mashruk Ahmed tells of 1971's unsung heroines

Entering the photo exhibition’s gallery, white curtains gently swayed, displaying cyanotype prints of the portraits of Birangonas (Bangladeshi female freedom fighters), much like how their valiant stories have been hidden behind the curtains for far too long.

Special TV guide to celebrate Independence Day

The commemoration of Independence Day holds profound significance for the people of Bangladesh, as it marks the culmination of a hard-fought struggle for freedom. Television channels across the nation are set to honour this historic occasion with a diverse array of programmes, offering viewers a blend of entertainment, reflection, and remembrance.

POETRY / I, Whore; I, Birangona

Would it be too much to ask you/ To forgive me for the carnal sin I did not commit?

‘Ami Birangona Bolchi’ unveils unspoken reality

In a bold and poignant portrayal of the impact of war on women, the theater production "Ami Birangona Bolchi" by Neelima Ibrahim took center stage at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.