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Maisha Islam Monamee

The author graduated from Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka and is a contributor at The Daily Star. Find her @monameereads on Instagram.

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Women’s Day Special / The power of female rage in cinema

8 March 2026, 14:40 PM
For much of cinematic history, women have been permitted to suffer beautifully. They mourn, endure, forgive, and sacrifice. What they have rarely been allowed to do—at least without consequence—is rage. Female anger has often been framed as instability, hysteria, or moral decline, something to be corrected or contained before it threatens the social order.
8 March 2026, 14:40 PM
Violence against women and children in Bangladesh

Have we grown desensitised to violence against women and children?

4 March 2026, 00:09 AM
When perpetrators act with confidence, it is often because consequences appear uncertain, distant, or negotiable.
4 March 2026, 00:09 AM
Ramadan productivity

Next Step / A guide to navigating the workplace in Ramadan

3 March 2026, 13:58 PM
In Bangladesh, Ramadan reshapes not only personal routines but also institutional rhythms. Office hours adjust, traffic patterns shift, and workplace energy follows a different arc across the day.
3 March 2026, 13:58 PM
The emotional cost of female ambition on screen

The emotional cost of female ambition on screen

24 February 2026, 11:30 AM
When every powerful woman on screen is depicted as overworked and cold, the idea of feminine leadership becomes tied to self sacrifice and emotional distance.
24 February 2026, 11:30 AM
Understanding the annual monetisation of love

Understanding the annual monetisation of love

14 February 2026, 11:00 AM
Netflix pushes a carousel titled “Love is in the Air”. Disney+ resurrects old romances under pastel banners. Amazon Prime quietly rearranges its homepage so that longing appears algorithmically convenient. A month before February 14, the emotional groundwork is already laid. The annual romance rollout has begun.
14 February 2026, 11:00 AM
Voting

Ballots, bills, and the life we are building

11 February 2026, 15:00 PM
With the election days away, young people are not speculating about who will win as much as they are preparing a checklist of what must follow.
11 February 2026, 15:00 PM
File visual: Shaikh Sultana Jahan Badhon

The political coming-of-age of a generation

9 February 2026, 15:45 PM
For most of our lives, democracy existed as a concept we memorised rather than experienced.
9 February 2026, 15:45 PM
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The Gen Z guide to making sense of money at work

5 February 2026, 13:46 PM
Workplace money remains poorly explained, and conversations around pay often feel awkward, opaque, or emotionally loaded.
5 February 2026, 13:46 PM
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Jawad Araf Khan’s pathway to success

Jawad Araf Khan, a business student at North South University (NSU), has recently been crowned as the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” at the Global Platform Icons of Asia Awards 2022. He won this recognition beating 1500 other nominations from across 40 Asian countries.
16 January 2023, 18:00 PM
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5 YouTube channels to help liven up your holud dance routines

In full flow with the beat and the rhythm. 
13 January 2023, 16:45 PM
Looking back at Hrithik’s best performances on his birthday

Looking back at Hrithik’s best performances on his birthday

Be it due to his dancing prowess, or exceptionally well-crafted action sequences, Hrithik Roshan has been reigning over the Bollywood industry for quite the right reasons. To celebrate his birthday today, we look back at five of his most memorable performances on screen.
10 January 2023, 11:39 AM
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Dhaka Lit Fest 2023: There's something for every young reader

Babuibela’s third edition was launched on the first day of DLF. The Babuibela (Mayurpankhi, 2020) series, written and illustrated by artist Reesham Shahab Tirtho, are picture books showing new parents’ journeys with their little ones. The book launch was also accompanied by a discussion between illustrator Tirtho and musician, artist and author Shibu Kumer Shill.
6 January 2023, 09:09 AM
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Day 1 of Dhaka Lit Fest sees crowds, conversations

The first day saw a relaxed yet diverse range of topics covered in the sessions, from South Asian and world history to women’s rights, publishing, Bangla literature and film, and the legacy of BRAC founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed.
6 January 2023, 06:00 AM
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Capturing the war stories of medical professionals

Muktijuddher Chikishsha Itihas captures the stories and struggles of medical professionals during the Liberation War.
31 December 2022, 09:34 AM
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Sixth non-fiction book fair underway at DU

This fair is organised annually with a goal of raising awareness about books related to business, economy and real-world phenomena. The organisers believe there has been a growing popularity of these books, and initiatives like this can go a long way in promoting readership.
27 December 2022, 16:26 PM
ArchTwist: Inspiring architectural innovation

ArchTwist: Inspiring architectural innovation

Archtwist is a platform for students and young professionals to share and compete on architectural ideas. It provides a space for aspiring architects to showcase their creativity and talent, in return offering opportunities for recognition and awards.
27 December 2022, 13:10 PM
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5 warm and cosy books to read this Christmas

One of my favourite Christmas activities is getting comfy under the blanket with a new book. It’s true that  you can read anything you want all year, but for me this day calls for some holiday-themed Christmas specials that are set to make your reading sessions extra cosy.
25 December 2022, 12:30 PM
Anil Kapoor

Celebrating Anil Kapoor with five ‘jhakaas’ performances

Over the years, Anil Kapoor has managed to amaze the audience with a variety of "jhakaas" roles throughout the course of a career that has lasted over 40 years.
24 December 2022, 12:42 PM
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A night of celebrations: Filmfare OTT Awards 2022

The third iteration of the Filmfare OTT Awards took place on December 21, celebrating and honouring the best in the realm of OTT.
23 December 2022, 05:52 AM
Govinda turns 59

Celebrating Govinda with five timeless comedies

Govinda, born as Govind Arun Ahuja, is one of the most adored performers in Indian cinema. Having more than 165 Hindi films to his name, the actor enjoyed an illustrious career, spanning over three decades. Over his time in Bollywood, Govinda became renowned for his infectious energy, impeccable comical timing and dance prowess. As the “Hero No. 1” actor celebrates his 59th birthday today, here are five of his best comedy films fans should re-watch.
21 December 2022, 13:45 PM
Team Bangladesh at WEC 2022

WEC 2022: Bangladesh wins three silver and bronze medals

Bangladesh ended the event on a victorious note, winning a total of three silver and three bronze medals.
18 December 2022, 14:55 PM
"The Crown": Royal drama done right

'The Crown' Season 5: Royal drama done right

The fifth season of the popular Netflix original, ''The Crown'' began streaming earlier in November.
15 December 2022, 10:10 AM
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Bangladeshi students shine at IJSO 2022

Team Bangladesh displayed a magnificent performance by bagging four bronze medals.
12 December 2022, 09:45 AM
Abdullah Al Bashir traces the 'Evolution' of ship-breaking

Abdullah Al Bashir traces the 'Evolution' of ship-breaking

The exhibition will remain open to visitors till December 14, between Monday to Saturday, starting from 3 pm and closing at 9 pm.
9 December 2022, 15:00 PM
The art of expression: Rakibul Anwar's exhibition "Shonglogno"

The art of expression: Rakibul Anwar's ‘Shonglogno’

"Shonglogno", a solo exhibition featuring the works of Rakibul Anwar was recently displayed at La Galerie, Alliance Francaise, Dhaka. The exhibition was inaugurated on November 18, in the presence of Her Excellency, Marie Masdupuy, Ambassador of France to Bangladesh; eminent artist Professor Dhali Al Mamoon, and artist-critic Mustafa Zaman.
6 December 2022, 03:00 AM
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Climate-smart ideas showcased at Ideabuzz 2022

The winning team is expected to pitch their idea at the World Bank Headquarters.
27 November 2022, 14:18 PM
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Bangladeshi team wins bronze at World Robot Olympiad 2022

Two Bangladeshi teams participated in this year's WRO.
20 November 2022, 13:04 PM
Yasmin Jahan Nupur Tate Modern

A story of Tea: Yasmin Jahan Nupur dissects our British colonialist past

Yasmin Jahan Nupur’s installation and performance, “Let me get you a nice Cup of Tea”, is currently on display at Tate Modern.
18 November 2022, 07:19 AM

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