The history of Bangladesh’s struggle for self-determination and sovereign independence features prominent figures whose contributions remain foundational to the nation. Amongst them, M. A. Hannan stands out as a courageous patriot, a dedicated labour leader, and a pivotal organiser during the 1971 Liberation War. He is historically recognised for delivering one of the earliest broadcasts […]

By Naem Nizam The name of Sirajul Alam Khan remains immortal in the pages of history alongside Tofail Ahmed, the hero of the 1969 Mass Upsurge. The two shared a deep and long-standing relationship, with its roots deeply embedded in the student movement of the 1960s. In fact, Sirajul Alam Khan played a significant behind-the-scenes […]

An eighteen-year-old youth, who was severely injured after being stabbed by muggers in Bandar, Narayanganj, has succumbed to his injuries while undergoing medical treatment. Following the announcement of his death, aggrieved local residents and relatives recovered his body and staged a demonstration by surrounding the Bandar Police Station. In connection with the incident, a Sub-Inspector […]

A 14-year-old girl was allegedly raped in Pirojpur after going to a riverbank to collect flowers. Following the incident, local police authorities arrested a 60-year-old man identified as Abdul Gani Shikdar. The incident occurred at approximately 06:30 BST on Friday, 5 June, in the Muktarkathi area of Ward No. 1 within the Pirojpur Sadar Municipality. […]

In a notable turn of events, the widely publicised albino buffalo named ‘Donald Trump’ will no longer be slaughtered for the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha. Following a direct intervention by Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, the animal has been reclaimed from its buyer and returned to its original farm in Narayanganj. On Wednesday, 27 May, the Home Minister […]