This incident, under the guise of moral policing, is yet another example of the deteriorating state of women’s rights and safety in Bangladesh.
“I had heavy bleeding, blackouts, and I was listless and tired all the time. So, I told him that sterilisation would be better than taking these blighted pills or using condoms.”
A series of unsettling incidents over recent years has cast a long shadow over the fair’s foundational principles.
Ibrahim Saleem Kishko, a Palestinian student at Dhaka Medical College, offers a window into the reality of life in Gaza.
The excitement had been building for weeks, and when Kaavish finally took the stage for “Dhaka Dreams” yesterday at Senaprangan, the atmosphere was nothing less than incredible. Blue Brick Communications, the organiser with a track record of successful events like "Dhaka Melancholy" featuring Indian singer Nachiketa Chakraborty and "Dhaka Retro" with James, found themselves navigating a challenging evening that tested the limits of concert organisation.
Mental health struggles are part of the journey, not character flaws or personal failures.
When Bangladesh’s glitterati descended upon this year’s Blender’s Choice-The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards, they brought with them an air of sophistication that could rival any international red carpet. Behind the scenes, pulling the strings of this sartorial symphony was none other than Safiya Sathi, whose design house returned as the event’s costume partner for the second consecutive year.
In rural areas, gender-based violence traps women in a cycle of abuse, fear, and systemic neglect.
Gulzar's experiments with poetry have given birth to a multitude of enchanting images, none more captivating than his portrayal of rain as a sentient being
Half a century has passed since the release of the critically acclaimed Bengali film "Ashani Sanket" (Distant Thunder), directed by the legendary Satyajit Ray. This landmark film, released in 1973, continues to captivate audiences with its timeless exploration of the human condition, transcending its historical context to resonate with modern-day socio-economic challenges.
Filled with depth, suspense and emotional intensity, the six-part series “Kohrra” is as much a murder mystery as a thought-provoking exploration of the Punjabi psyche, complexities of human nature and societal norms.
Bengali cinema, with its rich storytelling tradition, has been no stranger to the art of using humour and satire to convey thought-provoking messages while entertaining its audiences.
