Letters
Nature's Flag Bearer
It is a long, well researched and interesting article. Many of us lead a busy life and feel that we have to devote most of our energy to 'practical' things. However, articles like these help to remind us that idealism may also be very important in human life.
Robert Cowley
Adelaide, Australia
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I want to thank the Star Magazine for publishing this story on this great naturalist of our country. I was deeply moved by the respect and love Dwijen Sharma shows to nature. We underestimate the importance of trees. We do not recognise that trees are not merely pleasant sources of shade and beauty but a major answer to some of our most pressing environmental problems. Through photosynthesis, for example, trees turn sunlight into food for insects, wildlife and people, and use it to create shade, beauty and wood for fuel, furniture and homes. Why we sometimes cut them unnecessarily is beyond me.
Photo Courtesy: Dwijen Sharma
Our cities are becoming more and more unlivable every day. I believe stories like these will encourage us to be friendlier to nature.
Shaheen Jalil
Uttara, Dhaka
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I enjoyed reading the piece. The Star Magazine did a great job doing a cover story on this great naturalist who has sacrificed his whole life for our country. It makes me sad that we have lost the reverence our forefathers had for nature. I remember my parents telling us not to pluck flowers or pick fruits at night because it is bad for trees. Let us teach our children to care for nature and make this world more liveable.
Tabassum Ferdausi Khan
Jordan Road, Barisal
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Tamarind Dilemma
I would like to thank the writer for this well written piece. Although humorous at times, she addresses a serious issue that concerns us all. I have seen many men laugh about the tamarind theory'” of the Hefazat Chief. The women of Afghanistan who are beaten by the Taliban for going to school and work do not find it funny. I wonder if Malala Yousafzai of Pakistan who was shot in the head and neck by the Taliban but survived finds the Taliban funny. Recently, in the KP province of Pakistan, women have been banned from shopping alone without a male relative. Because “they spread vulgarity and spoil men's fasting in Ramadan,” according to clerics. If his group's demands (read the thirteen point demand) are fulfilled, women in this country will meet the same fate as those in Afghanistan, many parts of Pakistan and some other countries.
Lalarukh Khan
Dubai, UAE
Customer Dissatisfaction!
I like the writing style of this writer. She is capable of making a rather 'dull' subject fun to read. Customer care is one of the most important aspects of any business. Because it is often said that customers do not buy products or services---they buy good feelings and solutions to problems. People value sincerity and friendly behavior. Unfortunately, in our country businesses do not have the slightest idea about customer care. Sales people are often rude to customers. I hope business owners will appreciate the fact that it is for their own good to treat clients nicely.
Mujibul Haque
Purana Paltan, Dhaka
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Ahmed Ilias
I want to thank the writer for introducing the readers to this great poet about whom many of us knew nothing prior to reading this article. Here is a man who despite being a Pakistani fought for the rights of Bengalis. We salute him for his sacrifices. We love Bangla because it is our mother tongue. But that does not mean we will not appreciate the literary works of other languages including Urdu. Urdu has one of the richest bodies of literature. Many leading Urdu poets like Faiz Ahmed Faiz supported the liberation war of 1971 and worked tirelessly for the rights of the Benglais. Let us show respect where it is due.
Anan Chowdhury
Texas, USA
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Night Birds Watch Out
It is a well written feature on the dangers of staying up late. Youngsters these days have picked up the bad habit of watching too much TV, talking too much on their cell and constantly updating status on facebook. It seems that they have to accomplish everything at night. I would request parents to enforce strict discipline at home. Students must go to bed by 12 latest and get up early. In the western countries, as long as children live with their parents, they must obey the rules. When they grow up and live in dorms, it is up to them which lifestyle they choose. But at home they must follow the orders of their parents.
Asif Nazrul
Uttara-3, Dhaka
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An Avoidable Death
My heart goes out to the family members of Rafi who died this needless death. Who will take the responsibility for this tragic death? How can the authority operate swimming pools without having trained lifeguards around? It seems that human lives have no value in our country. I hope the authorities learn from this experience and start employing lifeguards at all swimming pools in the country,
Selim Chowdhury
Katabon, Dhaka
Photo Courtesy: Dwijen Sharma
Our cities are becoming more and more unlivable every day. I believe stories like these will encourage us to be friendlier to nature.
Shaheen Jalil
Uttara, Dhaka
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I enjoyed reading the piece. The Star Magazine did a great job doing a cover story on this great naturalist who has sacrificed his whole life for our country. It makes me sad that we have lost the reverence our forefathers had for nature. I remember my parents telling us not to pluck flowers or pick fruits at night because it is bad for trees. Let us teach our children to care for nature and make this world more liveable.
Tabassum Ferdausi Khan
Jordan Road, Barisal
***
Tamarind Dilemma
I would like to thank the writer for this well written piece. Although humorous at times, she addresses a serious issue that concerns us all. I have seen many men laugh about the tamarind theory'” of the Hefazat Chief. The women of Afghanistan who are beaten by the Taliban for going to school and work do not find it funny. I wonder if Malala Yousafzai of Pakistan who was shot in the head and neck by the Taliban but survived finds the Taliban funny. Recently, in the KP province of Pakistan, women have been banned from shopping alone without a male relative. Because “they spread vulgarity and spoil men's fasting in Ramadan,” according to clerics. If his group's demands (read the thirteen point demand) are fulfilled, women in this country will meet the same fate as those in Afghanistan, many parts of Pakistan and some other countries.
Lalarukh Khan
Dubai, UAE
Customer Dissatisfaction!
I like the writing style of this writer. She is capable of making a rather 'dull' subject fun to read. Customer care is one of the most important aspects of any business. Because it is often said that customers do not buy products or services---they buy good feelings and solutions to problems. People value sincerity and friendly behavior. Unfortunately, in our country businesses do not have the slightest idea about customer care. Sales people are often rude to customers. I hope business owners will appreciate the fact that it is for their own good to treat clients nicely.
Mujibul Haque
Purana Paltan, Dhaka
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Ahmed Ilias
I want to thank the writer for introducing the readers to this great poet about whom many of us knew nothing prior to reading this article. Here is a man who despite being a Pakistani fought for the rights of Bengalis. We salute him for his sacrifices. We love Bangla because it is our mother tongue. But that does not mean we will not appreciate the literary works of other languages including Urdu. Urdu has one of the richest bodies of literature. Many leading Urdu poets like Faiz Ahmed Faiz supported the liberation war of 1971 and worked tirelessly for the rights of the Benglais. Let us show respect where it is due.
Anan Chowdhury
Texas, USA
***
Night Birds Watch Out
It is a well written feature on the dangers of staying up late. Youngsters these days have picked up the bad habit of watching too much TV, talking too much on their cell and constantly updating status on facebook. It seems that they have to accomplish everything at night. I would request parents to enforce strict discipline at home. Students must go to bed by 12 latest and get up early. In the western countries, as long as children live with their parents, they must obey the rules. When they grow up and live in dorms, it is up to them which lifestyle they choose. But at home they must follow the orders of their parents.
Asif Nazrul
Uttara-3, Dhaka
***
An Avoidable Death
My heart goes out to the family members of Rafi who died this needless death. Who will take the responsibility for this tragic death? How can the authority operate swimming pools without having trained lifeguards around? It seems that human lives have no value in our country. I hope the authorities learn from this experience and start employing lifeguards at all swimming pools in the country,
Selim Chowdhury
Katabon, Dhaka
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