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Autumn arrives but with dry spell
"Autumn has come, a touch of frost lingers in the air" — Rabindranath's autumn is a familiar portrait of Bengali nature. Blue skies with white clouds, swaying kash flowers, dew drops on morning grass and the soft glow of sunlight — autumn is a season awaited by both nature and people.
Golam Sarwar: An editor who walked in path of light
As the Fourth Estate, the press and news media carry an immense responsibility. The media not only presents events before readers objectively, but can also play a major role in shaping public opinion during movements, struggles and critical moments by taking a principled moral position. At times, the media itself becomes the voice of the people.
Alternative tournament plan outside World Cup: Is FIFA facing a split?
Rarely has world football witnessed a scene quite like this: FIFA’s president facing an open vote of no confidence from three of his own vice-presidents, with the dispute escalating to discussions about an alternative tournament to the World Cup.
How Bangladesh's next pesident will be elected
The resignation of President Mohammad Shahabuddin on July 24 due to health reasons has triggered a significant constitutional process in Bangladesh. Under Article 50(3) of the Constitution, the President submitted his resignation to the Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament). With the resignation taking immediate effect, the office of the President became vacant, and in accordance with Article 54, Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed assumed office as Acting President. He will discharge the responsibilities of the presidency until a new President is elected and sworn in.
The 'Cockroach' uprising: How a movement born from mockery shook Delhi's throne
We had a mathematics teacher named Dilip Kumar Ghosh. Whenever we found a problem difficult to solve, he would reassure us by saying, "This too is a problem! A puti fish is still a fish, a cockroach is still a bird!" We would laugh at his sarcasm, forgetting the complexities of equations. Now, after India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned in the face of the unstoppable Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) movement, I am reminded of Sir's words. A mockery indeed—one that turned into a protest that shook the fortified throne of New Delhi.
Sheikh Hasina's announcement to return home, death sentence, and judicial maze
A recent statement by Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Aminul Islam of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has reignited public debate over the possible return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been sentenced to death. Speaking on Sunday, he said, "There is no legal barrier preventing Sheikh Hasina from returning to Bangladesh. In fact, the prosecution wants her to come back, face the court, and challenge the verdict against her through the legal process."
Bangladesh loses a protector in realm of intellectual endeavors
Professor Abul Kashem Fazlul Haq has passed away. Views Bangladesh has lost a revered guardian. He served as an endless source of inspiration since the inception of Views Bangladesh. He regularly contributed columns to Views Bangladesh and we also published an exclusive interview with him, in which he candidly discussed the state, society, and culture. He was the chief guest at the first anniversary celebration of Views Bangladesh. The family of Views Bangladesh is profoundly saddened by his demise.
Nimtali tragedy: Scars may diminish, but wounds remain unhealed
June 3, 2010. The clock struck 9 pm. The alleys of old Dhaka were still bustling. And right at that time, the most tragic fire accident in the country's history occurred. In which 124 fresh lives from 72 families were lost. More than two hundred people were injured. On that terrible day, the countrymen witnessed a brutal scene. Many saw their loved ones burn before their eyes. Fathers saw their children burn to ashes before their eyes. Wives and mothers kept wishing for the death of their injured husbands and children.
Ramisa is gone: Heart immersed in dull, icy darkness
Currently, the familiar classroom of the second grade at the Popular Model School in Mirpur is enveloped in silence. Outside, the sun blazes, yet the interior of the room is shrouded in a dull, icy gloom. The bench where Ramisa, the class's top student, would sit daily to organize her books with remarkable skill, feels even more desolate and quiet today.
'Mothers are not meant to be celebrated just for one day'
When Mother's Day arrives, the environment becomes charged with emotions. Everywhere, stories of a mother's sacrifices abound. Social media is filled with numerous posts celebrating mothers, affectionate comments beneath pictures, and special features in mainstream media, all contributing to a unique atmosphere. The market is adorned with cards, flowers, gifts, and various events aimed at bringing joy to mothers. Mother's Day holds significant importance as it serves as a reminder of our love and responsibilities towards our mothers.