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How Atulprasad Sen’s ancestral home becomes 'Munshi Bari'
The name Atulprasad Sen shines brightly in the history of Bengali culture, music, and poetry. A legendary composer and lyricist of Bengali songs, Atulprasad was born in the village of Magur in the Bijhari Union of Naria Upazila, Shariatpur district. The iconic song “Moder Gorob Moder Asha, A-Mori Bangla Bhasha” — which inspired the Language Movement of 1952 — was written by him. But the very house in which he was born, where he spent his childhood and adolescence, is no longer known by his name. Today, it is known as ‘Munshi Bari’.
The battle of Plassey: A history of betrayal
Today, June 23, marks Historic Plassey Day — a day often described as one of the darkest chapters in the history of Bengal. On this day in 1757, through a conspiracy involving local merchants, traitors, and British profiteers, the sun of Bengal’s independence set for the next 200 years on the fields of Plassey. In a farcical battle that lasted barely an hour, Nawab Siraj ud-Daulah, the ruler of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa, was defeated.
The strait of Hormuz at risk: Israel-Iran conflict threatens global supply chains
As the Israel-Iran conflict simmers dangerously, a crucial question looms over the world economy: What happens if the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted?
Monzur Sadek Khosnobish passes away leaving behind an enduring legacy
Monzur Sadek Khosnobish, a distinguished capital market expert and the former editor and publisher of the country’s first national daily dedicated to the stock market, Dainik Share Biz Karcha, passed away in Dhaka on June 15. He was 68. He had been battling cancer for some time. Born in Tangail, he was the son of Saidur Rahman Khosnobish and Khaleda Begum. Those of us who were close to him called him “bhai” (brother). He was vibrant and inventive—anyone who met him was instantly charmed.
No victory in war: A global call for humanity
Some reflections on the Iran-Israel conflict and the silent suffering of ordinary people: “War is decided by a handful of leaders, but its price is paid by thousands of ordinary people. In the end, it is humanity that loses.” In today’s world, where technology has brought us closer and scientific progress has made life easier, war still remains a dark stain on our civilisation. The recent tensions between Iran and Israel starkly reveal that war continues to be humanity’s greatest failure. I am merely a general observer, not an expert in warfare.
Bangladesh's advertisement market is kind of saturated market
The 11-member Media Reform Commission of the interim government has already submitted its report for the timely and effective reform of Bangladesh's media which is suffering from various multifaceted crises. Led by Kamal Ahmed, this commission has made 20 recommendations on various issues, including media ownership, income and expenditure, the advertisement market, financial security, necessary actions regarding BTV, Bangladesh Betar (radio), and BSS, as well as the freedom and protection of the press and journalists. Under these 20 recommendations, there are several sub-points where various issues have been elaborately discussed. At the same time, the commission has also submitted a draft titled 'Bangladesh Media Commission Ordinance: 2025' to implement the recommendations.
Deadly 'PFAS' becomes a new pollution threat
A new deadly form of pollution has emerged in the country named ‘PFAS’. This dangerous pollution is created by compounds formed from fluorine and carbon emitted by various factories. Several surveys have reported that PFAS has spread alarmingly in areas like Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj, and Narsingdi. Gradually, it may spread to even wider areas. Researchers warn that if this deadly pollution is not stopped quickly, people will face serious health risks including cancer, skin diseases, liver cirrhosis, heart disease, and thyroid problems.
Airborne terror echoes: The ‘Mayday’ distress call
“Mayday… Mayday… Mayday…” “No power… No thrust… Going down…”
Sacrificing morality seems to be easiest road to success
When immorality is gradually becoming normalised in Bangladeshi society, the life of a conscientious person becomes a tale of silent resistance. When people around him dress up deception under the guise of “smartness” and “cleverness”, holding on to truth becomes a form of social self-immolation. In this country today, a father is more anxious about his child's exam results than the child’s honesty. Even as teachers, many prioritise selling notes over moral lessons. Businesspeople present adulteration as a “strategy”. Politics has become not a service to people, but a game of greed and influence. And among these crowds, those few who still dare to speak the truth and try to walk the path of righteousness are seen by society as “kings in the land of fools”.
Big Bang, the universe, and string theory
There is a widely accepted notion that the universe was born through the Big Bang. But is that truly the case? According to the prevailing theory, the Big Bang marked the very beginning of time. There's substantial evidence supporting this. However, the Big Bang theory fails to answer one fundamental question—what existed before the Big Bang?