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Amin Al Rasheed

  • Journalist, researcher, column writer and documentary film maker

Amin Al Rasheed is a Journalist, researcher, column writer and documentary film maker. He is working with Nexus Television as Current Affairs Editor. Amin received some national and international awards for investigative reporting as South Asian Inquirer Award by Thompson Foundation of UK, Anti- Corruption Commission Award for investigative journalism, TIB Award for investigative reporting ETC. He achieved `Kali o Kalam Award 2021’ for his research book `Jibananander Manchitra’. Amin is a writer and editor of 15 books regarding constitution, parliament, politics, media ETC.
How relevant is the independence declaration debate today?
independence declaration
State and Politics

How relevant is the independence declaration debate today?

Even after 54 years of independence, the debate over who declared Bangladesh’s independence in 1971 remains unresolved. The inability to reach a political consensus on such a nationally significant issue raises serious questions about political failure. Avoiding this question is not an option, as it remains a matter of national importance. Therefore, revisiting the discussion on the declaration of independence and its proclaimer is necessary.

Did Prof Arefin Siddique die at the wrong time?
Prof Arefin Siddique
State and Politics

Did Prof Arefin Siddique die at the wrong time?

The former Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University, Professor A A M S Arefin Siddique, spent the golden years of his life on the university campus. However, after his passing, his body was not taken there for a final farewell. Instead, following his funeral prayer at Dhanmondi Eidgah Mosque on Friday after Jumu'ah, he was laid to rest at Azimpur Cemetery.

Will so-called ‘Tawhidi Janata’ become a curse for interim government?
Will so-called ‘Tawhidi Janata’ become a curse for interim government?
Politics and Bureaucracy

Will so-called ‘Tawhidi Janata’ become a curse for interim government?

On the night of Wednesday, March 5, news spread that Dhaka University employee Mostafa Asif Arnab had been arrested for harassing a female student over her attire. In response, a group of people, under the banner of the so-called ‘Tawhidi Janata,’ gathered at Shahbagh police station, causing a commotion—videos of which circulated on social media. They continued their protest until 9:30 AM on Thursday, demanding Arnab’s release.

How logical is the fear of civil war in Bangladesh?
How logical is the fear of civil war in Bangladesh?
State and Politics

How logical is the fear of civil war in Bangladesh?

Recently, during a conversation with a close acquaintance, he mentioned that his daughter, who lives in the United States, had asked him whether a civil war was imminent in Bangladesh. She had heard about the emergence of several armed groups in the country, allegedly using weapons looted from police stations during the July uprising. These groups are said to be attempting to create chaos, disrupt elections, and push the country toward civil war. Not only that, but his daughter also advised him to prepare to move to the village for safety.

Cease the 'Mob Devils'
Cease the 'Mob Devils'
Politics and Bureaucracy

Cease the 'Mob Devils'

Since taking office, the interim government has been dealing with mobs and protests almost daily. However, its success in handling such situations has been questionable, with the latest example unfolding at the Amar Ekushey Book Fair. On Monday, February 10, a group of enraged individuals targeted writer Shatabdi Bhav at the fair, accusing Sabyasachi Publications of displaying books by the "controversial" author Taslima Nasrin. The police had to escort Shatabdi Bhav out of the premises, and he was forced to apologize publicly. Following this, the stall was temporarily shut down. The Bangla Academy later stated that the stall was reopened, but a final decision would be made after a task force meeting.

The House at 32, excavator, and Thursday morning
The House at 32, excavator, and Thursday morning
Politics and Bureaucracy

The House at 32, excavator, and Thursday morning

As we moved a little further west along 32 number Street, we noticed a crowd of people. There were numerous people on the footpaths on both sides of the road. Many were facing north, holding up their mobile phones. Some were taking selfies, while others were live-streaming on social media.