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13 March 2026, 11:00 AM
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Satire / Students establish a club for those who are against clubs
12 March 2026, 11:00 AM
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Education / Understanding the mental health challenges first-year medical students face
12 March 2026, 10:00 AM
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DU suspends three students for harassing two women at TSC last month
10 March 2026, 20:11 PM
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Bangladeshi students win gold at IWISE Global Finals
10 March 2026, 18:22 PM
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Reader Submission / My crash course in journalism at UF’s Summer Media Institute
10 March 2026, 17:48 PM
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Press Release / NSU students organise protests against sexual violence
10 March 2026, 15:07 PM
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TV Series / A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms presents a subversive adventure in Westeros
9 March 2026, 14:45 PM
Off Campus
BRAC University partners with Nigella World to launch Bangladesh’s first blockchain academy
BRAC University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Turkish technology firm Nigella World to establish Bangladesh’s first blockchain academy. This collaboration aims to build a skilled workforce in blockchain technology, with initial applications targeting advancements in agriculture and finance.
3 November 2024, 13:34 PM
BRAC University partners with Grameenphone for research and career development
BRAC University signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Grameenphone, Bangladesh’s leading telecommunications provider, to initiate a partnership focused on advancing education, research, and career development.
3 November 2024, 13:29 PM
Students of 7 DU-affiliated colleges boycott classes, exams
Students of seven colleges affiliated with Dhaka University have been staging demonstration, boycotting classes and examinations in protest against the government’s refusal to form a commission for establishing a separate university for them
3 November 2024, 06:08 AM
7 DU colleges: Students to boycott classes, exams for two days
Students of seven colleges affiliated with Dhaka University yesterday announced a boycott of classes and exams today and tomorrow in protest against the government’s refusal to form a commission for establishing a separate university for them.
2 November 2024, 18:00 PM
Talent Hunt 3.0: UNYSAB Rajshahi Division unveils a stage for rising talent at Rajshahi University
UNYSAB Rajshahi Division presented Talent Hunt 3.0 – a signature event celebrating the exceptional skills and creativity of young minds across the Rajshahi Division on November 1, 2024
2 November 2024, 09:44 AM
Breaking barriers, eliminating chauvinism, and building futures
Women's entrepreneurship in Bangladesh reshapes the economy, yet cultural barriers remain.
31 October 2024, 10:11 AM
GIS is on a mission to become the nation’s leading Cambridge curriculum school
Ramesh Mudgal, the Principal of Glenrich International School (GIS), is a highly accomplished education administrator who has played a pivotal role in driving the growth and success of schools in both the UAE and Bangladesh. Rising Stars sat down for a quick interview with Ramesh where he talked about his experience, GIS, and Bangladesh's academic sector in general.
31 October 2024, 09:46 AM
It’s time for the youth to get ready for the next level of leadership
The Bangladeshi youth are positioned to see a historic transformation, and the country, too, stands at a critical juncture.
31 October 2024, 03:28 AM
BRAC University VC speaks at African Marketing Confederation Forum
BRAC University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Syed Ferhat Anwar, delivered a keynote address at the African Marketing Confederation (AMC) Forum 2024.
31 October 2024, 02:55 AM
A magic-comedy show put together by young and aspiring performers
NCC hosted the "Illusion to Delusion" show on October 20.
28 October 2024, 13:48 PM
Prof SM Abdur Razzaq appointed as RUET's new VC
Professor SM Abdur Razzaq has been appointed as the vice chancellor of Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET)
28 October 2024, 09:40 AM
Monash College Diploma’s third intake orientation held at UCB
UCB recently hosted the orientation programme for this year’s third intake of the Monash College Diploma programme.
24 October 2024, 13:21 PM
Pachinko Season 2: Mostly lacklustre, sometimes effective
The story resonated with audiences, from this part of Asia in particular, because the resilience and struggle of first-generation settlers portrayed in the series are things most of us can relate to as they are reflected in most of our parents or grandparents.
24 October 2024, 13:15 PM
UoL to revert to closed-book examinations: What it means for students
Open-book examinations were first started by the UoL in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. From that time onwards till this year’s October/November session, students have been allowed to carry desired hard copy study material during exams—books, teachers’ handouts, and personal notes.
24 October 2024, 13:07 PM
Aftermath of the revolution: The mental health crisis among students
Participating in or witnessing violent protests can lead to long-term psychological effects such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and heightened levels of anger and stress.
24 October 2024, 00:00 AM
Navigating the transition from science to commerce
Switching from a science background to a business one is a journey many students in Bangladesh navigate. For years, science subjects have been seen as the top choice, offering pathways to esteemed careers in engineering, medicine, and technology. However, there's a growing interest in business majors at the undergraduate level.
24 October 2024, 00:00 AM
Career prospects for Economics graduates
For those who are yet to figure out what they plan to do with their Economics degree, here are some career choices that can help steer your mind in the right direction.
24 October 2024, 00:00 AM
“ICCA 2024: A Global Platform for Computing Advancements” concludes successfully at AIUB
The International Conference on Computing Advancements (ICCA) 2024, organised by the American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), successfully concluded on October 18.
24 October 2024, 00:00 AM
Building a scholarship profile for higher studies abroad
As a scholarship awardee of not only the Erasmus Mundus but also three other scholarships in the very next admission cycle right after my graduation, I found immense potential in the Bangladeshi youth to represent the country on the global stage.
24 October 2024, 00:00 AM
No gym, no problem: How Mariya from Rangpur became Bangladesh's first female Ironman 70.3
In October 2024, Mariya stood at the starting line of the Ironman 70.3 Malaysia, her heart pounding with anticipation. The 1.2-mile ocean swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile run ahead were daunting, but Mariya was ready. Her journey is not only remarkable for her personal achievement but also for how she has defied societal expectations and broken through barriers, particularly as a young woman coming from a conservative family.
23 October 2024, 10:06 AM