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Kamrul Ahsan

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Kamrul Ahsan: Fiction Writer and Journalist
Al Jazeera reports on Teesta campaign
Teesta campaign
State and Politics

Al Jazeera reports on Teesta campaign

In demand for a fair share of water, a massive crowd gathered at the banks of the Teesta River on Tuesday (February 18). The campaign, demanding a fair share of Teesta water and the implementation of the Teesta Master Plan, began on Monday with a 48-hour program. On the previous day, sit-in protests were held simultaneously at 11 locations across five districts surrounding the Teesta River. Along with BNP leaders and activists, thousands of local residents participated in the program. Central leaders of the BNP also joined the demonstration.

Bangla Academy Award turns into a national disgrace
Bangla Academy Award turns into a national disgrace
Article

Bangla Academy Award turns into a national disgrace

The Bangla Academy is deeply intertwined with the glorious history of the formation of our nation-state. From the partition of the country onwards, there have been continuous attacks on our national identity and the rights to our mother tongue by West Pakistan. The struggle for the recognition of these rights turned in the 1952 Language Movement. The Language Movement was not only a battle for the Bengali language to be recognized as the state language, but also a struggle to preserve our language, culture, and heritage. Through this struggle, the foundation for the development of a secular nation-state was laid.

What will Trump’s policy be on Bangladeshi immigrants?
What will Trump’s policy be on Bangladeshi immigrants?
Diplomacy

What will Trump’s policy be on Bangladeshi immigrants?

Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States for a second term on January 20, with a stern stance against undocumented immigrants. In his inaugural speech, he declared, “America’s golden era begins today,” and emphasized his “America First” policy, vowing to restore sovereignty and security. He proclaimed, “We will become the envy of every nation. No one will exploit us anymore. Today marks the end of America’s decline. God has kept me alive to make America great again.”

Focus on students' mental well-being
Focus on students' mental well-being
Special Content

Focus on students' mental well-being

Student life is an incredibly joyful time. Every moment unveils new mysteries. Going to school in groups, chatting with friends, playing games, and the love and affection of teachers – all of these make student life truly special. This period stays with a person for the rest of their life. As they grow older, people often feel regret, wishing they could relive those days. The anxiety of exams sometimes overwhelms many, and some even have nightmares about them in later life. However, compared to the sheer joy of student life, this anxiety is minimal; with a little awareness and regular study, one can easily overcome this fear and turn it into joy.

Israeli destruction turns Northern Gaza into a ‘Ghost Region’
Israeli destruction turns Northern Gaza into a ‘Ghost Region’
Special Content

Israeli destruction turns Northern Gaza into a ‘Ghost Region’

Since early October 2023, the Israeli military's devastating assault on northern Gaza has claimed the lives of 5,000 people, injured 9,050 others, and displaced thousands more. Those who still survive describe the area as a "ghost region." Hospitals, schools, refugee camps, mosques, churches, and countless buildings have been damaged or destroyed in the relentless attacks.

Celebrities open their closets to aid Hollywood fire victims
Celebrities open their closets to aid Hollywood fire victims
Special Content

Celebrities open their closets to aid Hollywood fire victims

For the past two days, people worldwide have been witnessing on television and social media the devastating fire that is ravaging Hollywood. This is not a movie scene, but a real-life catastrophe engulfing the core of the world's largest film industry. According to the latest reports, the catastrophic wildfire has claimed the lives of 10 people, left countless others injured, destroyed 10,000 installations, and forced nearly 200,000 individuals to flee their homes. Many well-known celebrities have been forced to abandon their homes and offices in a hurry, with some escaping with only the clothes on their backs. Among them are renowned American stars such as Paris Hilton, Tom Hanks, Ben Affleck, Maria Shriver, Mel Gibson, Pete Lee, Melissa Claire Egan, Anthony Hopkins, Miles Teller, Kelly Teller, Tina Knowles, and many more. On television and social media, they have expressed their grief over the loss of everything they had.