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Efforts on to remove us from mainstream cultural practices
Mamunur Rashid is a playwright, actor, and drama director. He is a pioneering figure in the post-independence theatre movement of Bangladesh. He has written and directed numerous plays for television and has acted in numerous television dramas. For his significant contribution to theatre, he was awarded the Ekushey Padak in 2012. Though he received the Bangla Academy Award in 1982, he rejected it as a protest against the autocratic regime. Recently, he talked to Views Bangladesh to discuss the country's political landscape, the disrespect towards artists and intellectuals, and the anti-liberation narratives. The interview was conducted by Views Bangladesh Associate Editor Girish Goiric. This is the first part of a three-part interview.
Journalists can frequent central bank for info, says deputy governor
There is no restriction on journalists entering Bangladesh Bank to get information, its Deputy Governor Khurshid Alam said on Saturday.
BNP was falsely cited by 2 journalists while interviewing Donald Lu: BNP
The BNP has alleged that journalists from two media outlets falsely cited the party while questioning US Assistant Secretary Donal Lu about his country’s stance on Bangladesh’s last national election.
Info ministry holds meeting with stakeholders on media employees act
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry on Sunday held a meeting with journalist bodies and other stakeholders on the draft of proposed 'Mass Media Employees (Conditions of Service) Act'.
Jurnos boycott central bank briefing
The economic reporters of different print, electronic and online media Wednesday (May 8 boycotted the press conference of Bangladesh Bank in protest of the recent ban imposed by the central bank on entry of journalists.
Strong government support is necessary to prevent obstruction
Among the countries most vulnerable to global climate change disasters, Bangladesh stands out. Therefore, it is evident how crucial environmental protection is for Bangladesh. If we cannot preserve the integrity of our environment, it will be self-destructive for us. Since we are not very conscious as a nation, we can easily overlook greater interests for trivial gains. Hence, by neglecting environmental protection, we are not only displaying negligence but also extreme irresponsibility and ignorance.
Govt to implement institutional strategy for protecting environment journalism: Arafat
State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mohammad Ali Arafat on Saurtaday (May 4) said since the government is committed to protect environment, it will take an institutional approach to protect the fact-based journalism on climate and environmental issues.
Journos granted 6-day Eid vacation
Journalists, officials and employees working in newspapers are getting a vacation of 6 consecutive days on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr for the first time since the independence of Bangladesh.
Golam Sarwar was an uncompromising journalist and editor
In the world of journalism in Bangladesh, everyone regards Gholam Sarwar as a mentor. This esteemed journalist was born on April 1, 1943. On August 13, 2018, he bid us farewell. On the occasion of his 81st birth anniversary, 'Views Bangladesh' organized 'Golum Sarwar Special Issue'. Rashed Mehedi, the editor of "Views Bangladesh," spoke about the illustrious journalistic career of Golum Sarwar, alongside his son-in-law Miah Naeem Habib. He was closely associated with Golum Sarwar during the founding of two newspapers, Jugantor and Samakal.
Golam Sarwar in the newsroom
Editor Golam Sarwar has spent most of his time in the newsroom throughout his life. During his remarkable eight-year tenure at the Daily Samakal, he was predominantly found in the newsroom, even dedicating most of his time there. Unfortunately, his last days were also spent in his beloved newsroom due to illness, from which he never recovered.
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