Bangladesh

Celebrities voice their reflections on the spirit of Victory Day

Bangladesh emerged as a sovereign state on December 16, 1971, following a nine-month-long Liberation War. This year, the nation celebrates Victory Day with renewed fervour, especially after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime on August 5, 2024.  
16 December 2024, 10:59 AM

International courts impel advisory climate action

A deep dive into the ICJ hearings on climate change and state responsibilities.
15 December 2024, 06:00 AM

Habitat loss stokes rabid jackal attacks in Bangladesh

Violent and unprovoked attacks by rabid canines are rising due to rampant deforestation and habitat loss
14 December 2024, 09:02 AM

Beyond tokenism

People with disabilities in Bangladesh face deep social and political exclusion.
11 December 2024, 08:00 AM

Cabrera excited about facing India in Asian Cup Qualifiers

Javier Cabrera expressed quiet optimism regarding Bangladesh's fixtures in the third round of Asian Cup Qualifiers, which pitted his charges against India, Hong Kong and Singapore in Group C.
9 December 2024, 19:00 PM

Bangladesh bowled out for 198 by India

Bangladesh were bowled out for 198 runs by India in the final of the ACC Men’s U-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.
8 December 2024, 08:17 AM

Banff Mountain Film Festival hosts adventure-themed short films

The “Banff Mountain Film Festival,” an annual celebration of mountaineering and adventure-themed short films from across the globe, recently made its return to Dhaka.
7 December 2024, 05:26 AM

Bring back married adolescent girls to schools

Child marriage in Bangladesh hinders girls' education and lifelong opportunities.
5 December 2024, 02:00 AM

Nahid Rana: A golden goose worth taking care of

One of Aesop's renowned fables, 'The goose that laid the golden egg', imparts a timeless lesson: too much greed can ruin one's fortune. It also highlights the value of patience -- a virtue the Bangladesh Cricket Board could embrace to nurture the immense potential of one of their brightest prospects, Nahid Rana.
4 December 2024, 02:00 AM

Bangladesh a win away from Hockey Junior World Cup

Bangladesh moved closer to their dream of qualifying for the FIH Hockey Junior World Cup for the first time following a 1-1 draw against China in their last pool match at the Al Amerat Hockey Stadium in Muscat yesterday..With two draws and a win alongside a defeat, Bangladesh finished thir
1 December 2024, 14:22 PM

‘Was It Worth It?’: A First-Time Concertgoer’s Review of Atif Aslam’s Show

For someone like me who has never been to a concert before in her entire life, attending Atif Aslam's concert felt like a feast for the senses. When a friend of mine asked without a trace of forewarning, "Will you go to Atif Aslam's concert? I'm buying the tickets because they will sell out soon," and without hesitation, I replied, "Count me in for a ticket as well," as I couldn't let my once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness childhood nostalgia slip away like that.
30 November 2024, 08:08 AM

‘Moana 2’ sets sail in local theatres today

The long-anticipated continuation of the beloved story of “Moana” (2016) is finally over. The sequel, “Moana 2,” made its grand debut on November 27 in theatres across the United States. However, the highly anticipated film debuts today across Star Cineplex locations in Bangladesh, as confirmed by a press release from the renowned multiplex chain.
29 November 2024, 04:43 AM

Tigers' ambition falls flat in execution

When stand-in skipper Mehedi Hasan Miraz made the shocking call of announcing an overnight declaration in the first innings in the Antigua Test even though the Tigers were still trailing by 181 runs, it didn’t make as much of a splash as it perhaps should have.
26 November 2024, 12:08 PM

Violence against women is a denial of human rights

November 25 highlights the global issue of violence against women and its impact.
25 November 2024, 10:00 AM

Empathy is missing for survivors seeking justice

Examining Bangladesh's challenges in supporting survivors of gender-based violence.
25 November 2024, 03:00 AM

Tigers reach 40 for two at stumps on Day 2 in reply to Windies’ mammoth 450/9d

Hasan Mahmud dealt a double blow as Bangladesh looked to wrap up West Indies' first innings early on the second morning of the first Test in Antigua on Saturday,
23 November 2024, 14:20 PM

‘Wicked’ and ‘Red One’ hit local theatres today

Two highly anticipated Hollywood productions have premiered in Bangladesh today for local audiences. The musical fantasy “Wicked” and the Christmas fantasy comedy “Red One” debuted at Star Cineplex, according to an official press release shared with local media by the multiplex authorities.
22 November 2024, 06:40 AM

Shadow of US prosecutor’s bribery charge on Adani?

It remains to be seen how the political impact of the US prosecutors’ charges against the Adani group plays out.
21 November 2024, 11:30 AM

Chorki gears up for ‘Dui Shaw’, the sequel to ‘Pett Kata Shaw’

The Bengali letter ‘Pett Kata Shaw’ translates to the ‘Split-Bellied Shaw.’ Despite its actual pronunciation being ‘Murdhanya-Sha,’ this quirky nickname is more widely used. Much like this letter’s unusual moniker, Bangladesh is home to a treasure trove of chilling folklore that leaves listeners with goosebumps.
20 November 2024, 07:28 AM

Pakistani band Kaavish to perform in Dhaka for the first time

Pakistani band Kaavish, renowned for their soulful tracks like “Bachpan” and “Tere Pyar Mein,” is set to make their debut performance in Dhaka. Known for blending semi-classical elements with contemporary music, the band enjoys immense popularity across Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.  
18 November 2024, 07:57 AM