Sirajul Islam Rubel

July uprising in CTG: Helmeted and masked, AL men gunned down scores

In Dhaka, it was the law enforcers who turned on the people they were supposed to protect. It was the law enforcers who preyed upon protesters during the July uprising. But in Chattogram, it was different. The killers were not in uniform. They came clad in helmets and masks, guns ablaze. And now investigators say they have the names of the suspects.

2w ago

ICT cases against Hasina: ‘Strong evidence found to prove the charges’

Deposed premier Sheikh Hasina will be charged with murder, abduction, enforced disappearance, and arson at the International Crimes Tribunal.

3w ago

‘Hope for a new dawn in country’s politics’

Manik Miah Avenue was abuzz with anticipation yesterday as the National Citizen Party (NCP) was officially launched.

1m ago

Wahed Mansion repaired: Victims forgotten

Wahed Mansion in Old Dhaka’s Chawkbazar has been repainted, plastered, and restored to its former state. The owners have moved on, and it seems the country has too.

1m ago

Abu Sayed’s autopsy report altered 6 times

The world saw how Abu Sayed was shot by policemen from across the street.

1m ago

Disturbing accounts of ‘police abuse’

The night of July 27, 2024, still haunts her. A first-year law student of a private university, she still cannot forget how detectives surrounded her in a small room and groped her. On a table in front of her lay a blank paper for her to confess, according to her accounts to the International Crimes Tribunal and The Daily Star.

2m ago

What triggered the nightlong chaos between DU and seven college students?

At least 20 students from both sides were injured while the two sides chased each other

2m ago

Media objectivity shapes students’ journalism career choices: survey

Male students comprised 55.6 percent of participants, with females accounting for 44.4 percent. Geographically, 61.5 percent of the students hailed from outside Dhaka, while 38.5 percent were based in the capital.

2m ago
March 25, 2025
March 25, 2025

July uprising in CTG: Helmeted and masked, AL men gunned down scores

In Dhaka, it was the law enforcers who turned on the people they were supposed to protect. It was the law enforcers who preyed upon protesters during the July uprising. But in Chattogram, it was different. The killers were not in uniform. They came clad in helmets and masks, guns ablaze. And now investigators say they have the names of the suspects.

March 19, 2025
March 19, 2025

ICT cases against Hasina: ‘Strong evidence found to prove the charges’

Deposed premier Sheikh Hasina will be charged with murder, abduction, enforced disappearance, and arson at the International Crimes Tribunal.

March 1, 2025
March 1, 2025

‘Hope for a new dawn in country’s politics’

Manik Miah Avenue was abuzz with anticipation yesterday as the National Citizen Party (NCP) was officially launched.

February 22, 2025
February 22, 2025

Wahed Mansion repaired: Victims forgotten

Wahed Mansion in Old Dhaka’s Chawkbazar has been repainted, plastered, and restored to its former state. The owners have moved on, and it seems the country has too.

February 16, 2025
February 16, 2025

Abu Sayed’s autopsy report altered 6 times

The world saw how Abu Sayed was shot by policemen from across the street.

February 12, 2025
February 12, 2025

Disturbing accounts of ‘police abuse’

The night of July 27, 2024, still haunts her. A first-year law student of a private university, she still cannot forget how detectives surrounded her in a small room and groped her. On a table in front of her lay a blank paper for her to confess, according to her accounts to the International Crimes Tribunal and The Daily Star.

January 27, 2025
January 27, 2025

What triggered the nightlong chaos between DU and seven college students?

At least 20 students from both sides were injured while the two sides chased each other

January 16, 2025
January 16, 2025

Media objectivity shapes students’ journalism career choices: survey

Male students comprised 55.6 percent of participants, with females accounting for 44.4 percent. Geographically, 61.5 percent of the students hailed from outside Dhaka, while 38.5 percent were based in the capital.

January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025

University student unions: Student bodies split over polls timing

With DU and JU gearing up for student union elections, the student bodies are now sharply divided over when the polls should be held.

January 7, 2025
January 7, 2025

Unease at DU campus as some incidents reek of vigilantism

After the Awami League’s fall and the ban on Chhatra League, improvement in the overall atmosphere is quite visible at Dhaka University.