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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?
Airborne terror echoes: The ‘Mayday’ distress call
“Mayday… Mayday… Mayday…” “No power… No thrust… Going down…”
‘Comfortable Eid journey’ in old arrangement
Development worker Abdullah Al Mamun wrote on Facebook at around 4pm on Thursday (June 5): “Couldn’t take the abnormal traffic jam anymore! Turned back via Gazipur! Celebrating Eid in Dhaka.”
Muslim Mia: The artisan behind Bangladesh's currency design
Bangladesh has once again introduced a new series of paper currency, featuring designs that many believe are unlike any seen before. The man behind the artistic transformation of the country’s banknotes is the reclusive craftsman Muslim Mia—the principal designer of all existing Bangladeshi currency notes and a member of the committee for the design of the new notes as well.
Tuesday marks remembrance of Chuknagar Genocide, Mulluk Cholo tragedy martyrs
There is a 50-year gap between two of the most heart-wrenching tragedies in our history — the Chuknagar Genocide and the ‘Mulluk Cholo’ massacre. Though separated by time, both events are marked by the same depth of sorrow. Each stained the soil of Bangladesh with the blood of thousands of innocents and etched dark, mournful chapters into our collective memory.
A day of tranquility amid Rudra Boishakh
Boishakh is the first month of the Bengali year, the first month of summer. It was predicted that there would be five consecutive days of storms and rain from the first day of Boishakh. Nature announced the arrival of Boishakh with the Kalboishakhi. Black clouds approached the horizon, a strong wind began to blow, the young mangoes in bunches became unwieldy in that wind, and the dust and dry leaves
CA's China visit: Possibility of new dimension in diplomatic ties
The upcoming visit of Chief Adviser to the interim government of Bangladesh and Nobel laureate economist Dr. Muhammad Yunus to China is being viewed with great importance by diplomatic circles.
Bangladesh’s foreign policy: Post-Independence era and present situation
Bangladesh, born through the Liberation War of 1971, had one primary goal in its early years—securing international recognition as an independent and sovereign state.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: Must-watch movies, web series
Eid-ul-Fitr is almost here, and the excitement is palpable as Dhallywood gears up for an action-packed festive season. As is tradition, this year will see several highly anticipated films and web series hitting the screens, featuring some of the biggest names in the industry, including Shakib Khan, Afran Nisho, Siam Ahmed, and many more. Let’s take a look at what fans can expect this Eid.