Maisha Islam Monamee

As the story progresses, however, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep track of everything that has been going on.

It is important to set unconventional examples at the time that they are written; Tagore’s work did this.

eBLAZE, an local eSports club from the EMK Center, recently won top places at the Minecraft-based educational competition, the NASEF Farmcraft Tournament 2023. 

Here are four books that explore the stories of journalists, and the issues surrounding press freedom.

In order to understand the background of the labour movements in South Asia or the plight of workers, here are some books to add to your reading list.

Globally, May 1 is observed as Labour Day to honour the lives of workers, who are the foundation of development. To commemorate this important day, here is a collection of movies and shows with noteworthy characters who portray the many challenges faced by the working class.

Founded in 2018, Youth Policy Forum (YPF), an online platform for young Bangladeshis to engage in nation-building and state-crafting, recently completed five years of policy discourse.

For a large number of practicing Muslims, completing the Quran during Ramadan is an annual goal.

Six students from DPS STS School Dhaka secured first place at the NASA Space Settlement Contest 2023.

With these tips, you can make the most of this holy month and keep yourself physically fit for Taraweeh.

Sehri Tales has established itself as a Ramadan tradition for writers in Bangladesh. The rules are simple: each night at midnight, for the entire month leading up to Eid-ul-Fitr, Ahmad shares a prompt, and participants have until 6 AM (sunrise) to write original poetry, flash fiction, or create unique art, and then share it online with the hashtag #sehritales2023.

These women display extensive strength, determination and valour, acting as the pillars of their families and masters of their own fate.

Female characters in Bollywood have largely been portrayed from a male perspective due to the imbalance between the number of men and women involved in the creative process. Gender bias spanned over decades, and it took more than fifty years to bring equality in terms of gender representation on the big screen.

On the third day of the event, two documentaries were showcased. The first featured the infamous Belonia Battle, and Pakistan’s first and only surrender to the freedom fighters. It emphasised how the battle is closely intertwined with Bangladesh’s military history and has a special significance in the turn of events that led to our independence. 

Gyantapas Abdur Razzaq Foundation revisits the spirit of liberation in March.

The festival included four exhibitions, namely Made in Bangladesh by Prachyanat, Voices of Bangladesh by iCan Foundation, Moheshkhali Exhibition by University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh and Hum Studio Interactive, and Auyoni: Beyond Sexuality by Ayreen Khan which were displayed at Gallery 1 of the BSA.

As a pioneer, the publishing house has ensured that the quality of their books is unparalleled; I was amazed by the colourful animations at this year’s Boi Mela.

Be it the use of vibrant shades, taking inspiration from rickshaw art, or relying on the simplicity of monotone, the stalls this year feature a variety of artistic styles and innovative concepts.

The landmark event not only united the nation to speak up against oppression but paved a new direction for what ultimately led to our independence.

There have been many prominent changes, but it does not come without growing concerns over the quality of books presented at the Boi Mela.