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Sufism, palagaan, political conflict and Baul Abul Sarkar
Sufism, palagaan, political conflict and Baul Abul Sarkar

State and Politics

by Maria Salam

Sufism, palagaan, political conflict and Baul Abul Sarkar

‘Amar saradeho kheyogo mati' (O soil, take my whole body), ‘Amar babar mukhe prothom jedin shunechhilam gaan' (The day I first heard my father singing)’ and ‘Ami tomat duti chokhe duti tara hoye thakbo' (I will be the apples of your eyes)… These songs sung by Andrew Kishore, have become immortal to the generation of the early 80s and 90s. The lyrics and melody of these songs still touch and yearn. These timeless songs are from the Bangla movie ‘Nayoner Alo’ made in 1984. Many of the 80s and 90s generations can remember this film even today.

Who would hold the political power in the future?
Who would hold the political power in the future?

Politics and Bureaucracy

by Amin Al Rasheed

Who would hold the political power in the future?

'Those who control Bangladesh's politics are inherently undemocratic and the standard of education and training of the ruling class here is very low.' New Age Editor Nurul Kabir came up with the observation on November 18, a day after ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death in a case of crimes against humanity, the first such case in Bangladesh's history in which a former prime minister has been sentenced to death. At the unveiling of a book by the late politician Barrister Moudud Ahmed, Nurul Kabir said, 'From the first day of the Bangladesh state to today, democracy has never existed.'

Highly risky areas across Dhaka
Highly risky areas across Dhaka

Report

by Hira Talukder

Highly risky areas across Dhaka

Dhaka, home to about 20 million people, is now a highly risky city regarding earthquakes. Because the Madhupur Fault of the tectonic plate, which is within 60 kilometers of this city, has become active again where pressure has been building up for about 400 years. The sub-plates near this plate are also within 20 kilometers of Dhaka city. If a massive earthquake occurs when the strong pressure of these plates is released, a terrible disaster will befall the capital Dhaka. However, the damage will not be the same in all areas of city. Some areas will see much more and some areas will have relatively less damage. The Earthquake Observation and Research Center of the Bangladesh Meteorological Department has reported this information.

The great Indian earthquake: Barahi to Padma, Brahmaputra to Jamuna
The great Indian earthquake: Barahi to Padma, Brahmaputra to Jamuna

Article

by Maria Salam

The great Indian earthquake: Barahi to Padma, Brahmaputra to Jamuna

The largest sewer in the metropolis, which runs through the middle of Rajshahi city to the Padma River, was once called 'Barahi'. This Barahi is now the largest sewer in the town. As per British geographer James Rennell's map, a river came from the north and merged with the Padma at the east of Barakuthi in Rampur-Boalia. In the 19th century, this river came to be known as Barahi. Until independence, this river was known as Maranodi from Rajshahi city to Baya and as Narahi in Nowhata. According to Bock's design, this Barahi once passed through the Mandar Beel (wetland) of Atray and passed through the Ter-Khadiya Beel to the north of Rampur-Boalia, first into the Mahananda and then into the Padma. At that time, it was quite fast-flowing and wide. And today's vast Padma was not so wide in this area at that time. So, how did the Padma take on a huge shape and how did the Barahi become a drain? The answer is: an earthquake.

China's chip war: From Xi Jinping's call to technology transfer
China's chip war: From Xi Jinping's call to technology transfer

ICT

by Mahmud Hossain

China's chip war: From Xi Jinping's call to technology transfer

When Chinese President Xi Jinping stood before world leaders on the stage of Davos in Switzerland in 2017, his voice was filled with a message of peace. While newly elected Donald Trump was calling for 'America First', Xi spoke of 'mutual benefit' in global trade - the media gave him the title of 'protector of globalization'. But behind that seemingly calm and generous declaration, a different plan was going on inside.

100 in 100th Test: Unbeaten Mushfiqur's struggle and glory
100 in 100th Test: Unbeaten Mushfiqur's struggle and glory

Sports

by R J Hridoy

100 in 100th Test: Unbeaten Mushfiqur's struggle and glory

Some moments in Bangladesh cricket go beyond the scoreboard and stay in the nation’s heart. One such morning in Mirpur, Mushfiqur Rahim wasn’t just piling up runs—he was celebrating two decades of grit, grind, and dedication. His 100th Test Ton wasn’t just a number; it was the peak of an incredible journey.

COP11: Bangladesh unites with world to protect future from tobacco
COP11: Bangladesh unites with world to protect future from tobacco

Article

by Khaleda Islam

COP11: Bangladesh unites with world to protect future from tobacco

The Eleventh Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP11) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) has officially begun in Geneva. This landmark global treaty has been pivotal in shaping the trajectory of public health. At this conference, nearly every country in the world has come together to confront one of the gravest public health threats—tobacco use, which claims millions of lives each year.

How long will it take for the final settlement of Hasina's case?
How long will it take for the final settlement of Hasina's case?

Report

by Hira Talukder

How long will it take for the final settlement of Hasina's case?

The International Crimes Tribunal is set to deliver its verdict against Sheikh Hasina and three other accused on Monday (November 17) in the case of crimes against humanity committed during the July mass movement. Whether the verdict convicts or acquits the accused, it will not be considered a final judgment immediately. After going through various trial procedures, we will have to wait a long time for the final verdict from the Supreme Court. This is what legal experts have said.

How Intel forgot innovation?
How Intel forgot innovation?

ICT

by Mahmud Hossain

How Intel forgot innovation?

For decades, Intel was the undisputed leader in the semiconductor world, a symbol of American technological prowess. The microprocessors they invented, along with the famous x86 architecture, were the lifeblood of everything from PCs to data centers.

World leaders face Amazon with vow to keep climate promises
World leaders face Amazon with vow to keep climate promises

Report

by Al-Amin Dewan

World leaders face Amazon with vow to keep climate promises

The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference—Cop30—is underway in Belém, a northern Brazilian city surrounded by the vast green forests of the Amazon. As climate change around the world poses a clear threat to human life, everyone from heads of state to scientists, environmentalists to young activists—gathered here with the same question: "Are we really moving forward with the times?"

Government decision coming after a week, but how legal is it?
Government decision coming after a week, but how legal is it?

Report

by Hira Talukder

Government decision coming after a week, but how legal is it?

The interim government had given political parties a week to resolve their differences over the implementation of the July Charter and the date of the referendum. The deadline given on November 3 expired on November 10. However, the political parties have not expressed any opinion on the issue of resolving their differences and reaching a consensus within the stipulated time. Most parties are still adamant on their previous position. In this situation, it is known that the Chief Adviser will take his final decision on November 13. However, legal experts have opined that taking such a unilateral decision in this regard would not be constitutional.

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