Dhaka University (DU)

Several DU gates found chained and labelled ‘lockdown’

Authorities suspect internal involvement; investigation underway

35 DU researchers among world’s top 2% scientists

Dhaka University has announced that 35 of its faculty members and researchers have been named among the "World's Top 2% Scientists 2025" by Stanford University and Netherlands-based publishing house Elsevier.

DU restricts outsiders in dormitories ahead of Ducsu, hall polls

Chief Returning Officer said in an official notification issued today

Uproar in DU after student issues ‘rape threat’ to Ducsu election candidate

However, DU student Ali Husen, who made the threat on Facebook has since removed his post and issued an apology in the face of criticism

Attempted murder case filed against independent Ducsu VP candidate for ‘attacking roommate’

Jalal Ahmed was expelled from Haji Muhammad Mohsin Hall after the allegation brought against him

DUCSU polls 2025: Democracy’s dress rehearsal?

We can view the holding of DUCSU polls (followed by JUCSU and RUCSU polls in the same month) as a step towards rebuilding democracy from the foundation.

#Events / “Ghonoghota” unites all ages through monsoon dance

"Ghonoghota," a monsoon-themed dance production by the Arthy Ahmed Dance Academy, featured adult beginners from diverse backgrounds, performing Rabindranath Tagore’s works. The event celebrated participation over perfection, highlighting the joy of starting anew at any age.

DU’s faculty hiring policy is a relic from the past

DU’s recruitment process seems frozen in time, bogged down by outdated practices that stifle progress.

Separation of seven colleges from DU was long overdue

But the transition must be handled with utmost care and foresight

August 9, 2025
August 9, 2025

“Ghonoghota” unites all ages through monsoon dance

"Ghonoghota," a monsoon-themed dance production by the Arthy Ahmed Dance Academy, featured adult beginners from diverse backgrounds, performing Rabindranath Tagore’s works. The event celebrated participation over perfection, highlighting the joy of starting anew at any age.

March 16, 2025
March 16, 2025

DU’s faculty hiring policy is a relic from the past

DU’s recruitment process seems frozen in time, bogged down by outdated practices that stifle progress.

January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025

Separation of seven colleges from DU was long overdue

But the transition must be handled with utmost care and foresight

January 22, 2025
January 22, 2025

Body of a man found hanging from a tree in Dhaka University

Locals identified the man as a vagabond

December 29, 2024
December 29, 2024

Hasina's defaced image painted over in DU late at night

Students immediately protested the repainting, demanding proctor's resignation

December 16, 2024
December 16, 2024

Post-August 5: DU halls no longer students’ nightmare

Molla Taimur Rahman was enrolled at Dhaka University in 2022 and had  landed himself a seat in Sir AF Rahman Hall as a residential student.

November 7, 2024
November 7, 2024

DU students denounce JCD's poster campaign on campus

Removing the posters would undermine the dignity of individuals, says proctor

October 30, 2024
October 30, 2024

A new public university in Dhaka makes little sense

We shouldn't rush through such critical decisions

October 27, 2024
October 27, 2024

Politics at DU: Old guard to give way to young blood

The rules of Dhaka University stipulate that a student remains a regular one for eight years -- six years for graduation and two for post-graduation degrees.

October 8, 2024
October 8, 2024

Dhaka University must reclaim its unutilised land

Resolving accommodation issues, implementing masterplan urgent