Dhaka University
Days at Palatana Training Camp
After the first battle of Bilonia, on June 21, 1971, the invading forces reached the Indian border of Bilonia, creating a frightening situation through heavy gunfire and incredible destruction. Before that, however, the people of the entire area, out of a natural urge to save their lives and honour, took refuge in the border areas of the Indian state of Tripura, especially in the city of Bilonia. The city of Bilonia was then flooded with freedom fighters and the common people of East Bengal. The Indian people welcomed them with a smile and sheltered them. I had already reached Bilonia to join the Palatana training camp. My friend Wali joined me on the way. In Bilonia, I met Jahangir and Ansar, students of Dhaka University.
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.
Women politically sidelined since August 5
Before the anti-discrimination movement, there was the anti-quota movement. We, the female students of Dhaka University, used to march in protests. Initially, boys also participated, but due to pressure from the student wing of the ruling party in male dormitories, their numbers gradually decreased. However, since female dormitories did not face the same pressure, we could bring out large processions. Students from institutions like Badrunnesa College, Eden College, and Dhaka Nursing College joined in significant numbers. This spontaneous and substantial participation of women played a crucial role in the movement. We believed that if enough women participated, the ruling student wing would not dare to attack us.
Professor Taiyebur Rahman becomes new dean of DU Social Science Faculty
Professor Taiyebur Rahman has been appointed as the acting dean of Dhaka University's Faculty of Social Sciences.
Titumur students suspend protest
The students of Government Titumir College have suspended their street protest following assurances from the education ministry.
Decoupling of 7-college in wake of unrest: Why this conflict
In the wake of several conflicts and unrest, seven affiliated government colleges have separated from Dhaka University (DU) after eight years.
DU suspends Monday's classes, exams after clashes
Due to clashes between Dhaka University (DU) students and those from the seven affiliated colleges, the Dhaka University administration has announced the suspension of all classes and exams for Monday.
Chase-counter chase between DU, 7-college students
A chase and counter chase between Dhaka University and DU affiliated seven college students took place on Sunday night on the Dhaka University campus.
Excessive foreign debt erodes financial independence
In the 1970s, an American development economist visited Bangladesh. At one point, he gave a speech to the faculty members of Dhaka University. The economics department’s professors were notably present at this event. During his address, the American economist presented his views on why Bangladesh’s economic development was not progressing to the desired level. The professors in attendance listened intently to his words. At that moment, a young economics professor from Dhaka University stood up and said to the American economist, "The reason we are unable to achieve the desired level of development is because you are intervening in our economy in various ways." After a brief pause, the American economist replied to the young professor, saying, "If 80 percent of the funds for your country's development activities come from us, whose economy is it? If you were able to finance your development from domestic sources, we would not need to offer any advice." Hearing this, the young professor remained silent and sat down.
Why the "No Page Tearing" graffiti is causing uproar?
Sometimes it feels as if the country has become like a land of anarchy. No one understands when, who, why, or how something happens. It seems it's a country where anyone can do anything here. A page that carried messages of harmony and goodwill led to turmoil, and in the ensuing clashes, 33 people were injured. Such an incident could likely only happen in Bangladesh, because this nation has seemingly lost its sense of reason and logical judgment. Especially some groups are constantly trying to exploit the situation for their own gain. Otherwise, this event cannot be explained in any other way.
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