Christopher Nolan revisits glory, guilt and the ghosts of war in ‘The Odyssey’
22 July 2026, 12:00 PM
It is an adaptation of one of humanity’s oldest stories, an epic that has shaped the language of adventure, heroism and homecoming for nearly three millennia.
22 July 2026, 12:00 PM
July then and now: Remembering the month that changed us
17 July 2026, 10:00 AM
Sometimes I find myself wondering what it must feel like to have July arrive without something tightening in one’s chest.
17 July 2026, 10:00 AM
15 years later, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ still finds new meaning
15 July 2026, 18:40 PM
The scenery still takes my breath away, the playlist still makes me want to pack a bag, and Farhan Akhtar’s poetry still lands exactly where it should. Yet every rewatch feels like a different film.
15 July 2026, 18:40 PM
‘Urban Images’ turns art into an act of solidarity
11 July 2026, 19:50 PM
Art has always found ways to document cities through the rhythms, fractures and quiet resilience that define urban life. Veteran artist Kazi Salahuddin Ahmed’s latest solo exhibition, “Urban Images”, does exactly that. Yet beyond the abstract compositions and layered cityscapes lies another, more immediate story—one of artists standing beside one another when it matters most.
11 July 2026, 19:50 PM
Why we keep falling for fictional boyfriends
7 July 2026, 11:15 AM
Then someone inevitably resurrects Mr Darcy, Jim Halpert or Aditya Kashyap to remind everyone that the blueprint existed long before TikTok edits.
7 July 2026, 11:15 AM
How movies shaped our career expectations
4 July 2026, 12:16 PM
Not just the love stories, the friendships, or the dramatic monologues in the rain, but the professions stitched into those narratives.
4 July 2026, 12:16 PM
Two BRACU underwater vehicles reach RoboSub 2026 semi-finals
3 July 2026, 20:02 PM
BRAC University's underwater robotics research team, BRACU Duburi, has qualified two autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for the semi-finals of RoboSub 2026, becoming one of only two teams worldwide to advance more than one vehicle to the next stage of the international competition.
3 July 2026, 20:02 PM
The rom-com watchlist for summer 2026
3 July 2026, 16:00 PM
Summer has always belonged to romance. Long evenings, spontaneous road trips, seaside cafés, weddings, festivals, and holidays create the perfect backdrop for stories that balance butterflies with belly laughs. The latest wave of rom-coms leans into that familiar comfort while embracing modern relationships, witty banter, and characters who feel wonderfully real. Whether you are planning a weekend binge or looking for the perfect comfort watch after a long day, these recent releases deserve a spot on your Summer 2026 watchlist.
3 July 2026, 16:00 PM
ULAB celebrates International Mother Language Day virtually
Following the theme, A(ma)r Bhashay A(ma)r Bishsho, University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) recently concluded their three-day celebrations of International Mother Language Day. The programme was inaugurated by Professor Jahirul Haque, Vice Chancellor, ULAB. During the first day, the organisers conducted a video screening of letters written to mothers in 21 different languages and shared an audio-play entitled "Kajol" from Kolkata. This was followed by an interactive session on German tongue twisters and superstitious beliefs.
26 February 2021, 14:04 PM
‘Cheragi Art Show Bhinno’ incorporates contemporary art into modern architecture
Ever since its inception in 2012, Jog Art Space has been working with artistes and viewers to create a space that allows cultural conversations to bloom. By allowing people to interact and connect, it has blended various art forms into a multidisciplinary street art show. Their collective exhibition, entitled "Cheragi Art Show Bhinno'' is currently underway in "Chobi Mela Shunno”, at DrikPath Bhobon, Panthapath.
20 February 2021, 07:29 AM
Go Back to Roots: An exhibition of life in the hill tracts
"Go Back To Roots'', a solo project by artist Joydeb Roaja, is currently on exhibit in "Chobi Mela Shunno'' at DrikPath Bhobon, Panthapath. It features 10 artworks, along with a video, and attempts to highlight the cultural identities of indigenous communities in the hill tracts of Chattogram.
18 February 2021, 06:40 AM
Chobi Mela’s ‘[Off] Limits’ gathers photographers from across borders
“[Off] Limits”, a group exhibition currently underway in “Chobi Mela Shunno” at DrikPath Bhobon, features projects by fourteen South Asian artistes. As a part of the festival’s intention of celebrating and promoting art, the photographs on display focus on life amidst the pandemic, while also looking back at the past to reminiscence over elements that have been forgotten.
17 February 2021, 08:47 AM
A panel discussion on workplace experiences of female journalists
''Chobi Mela Shunno'', currently underway at DrikPath Bhobon, celebrated Solidarity Day on February 15. A panel discussion featuring female journalists and photojournalists was held on that day. Moderated by Saydia Gulrukh, the discussion featured Joyeeta Roy, staff journalist at Bangladesh Protidin, Sabina Yasmine, staff photojournalist at Prothom Alo, Sadia Marium, member of the Kaali collective and Zyma Islam, staff reporter at The Daily Star.
16 February 2021, 07:17 AM
Youth-based organisations fighting against gender-based violence, harassment and bullying
Bangladesh has witnessed an alarming increase in cases of gender-based violence over the past few years. According to Ain o Salish Kendra, 1,627 women were raped in 2020. Cases of domestic violence, sexual harassment and cyberbullying have also been on the rise.
14 February 2021, 18:00 PM
A new direction in education
With educational institutions shutting down and exams being cancelled or postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the lives of students across the world have been greatly affected. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit,
14 February 2021, 18:00 PM
YA Books to Read on Valentine’s Day
Be it the classical enemies-to-lovers trope, the fake dating trope or the infamous, and endlessly intoxicating, love triangle, the stories below have covered it all.
14 February 2021, 12:55 PM
Solo exhibition ‘Voice of Colors’ organised virtually
“Voice of Colors”, a virtual exhibition by artist Nur Munjerin Rimjhim, is currently available to viewers on EMK Center’s website.
12 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Students share their concerns over HSC auto-pass results
The pandemic has affected all aspects of life but the education system continues to be severely impacted into its second year. With educational institutions shutting down, students have been detached from the learning process and this is believed to hamper their progress in the long run.
11 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Share your closet, share happiness
Share Your Closet, a youth organisation, intends to bridge the nationwide clothing divide, and ensure that the less fortunate communities have
4 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Presenting muslin with a unique spin
Muslin, the premier fabric of Bengal of the pre-Moghul and Moghul era, is regarded as the epitome of elegance. In time, the production of the exquisite fabric diminished and became a lost treasure.
31 January 2021, 18:00 PM
Working towards a stronger nation through empowering women
With the tagline, ‘Empower our women, bloom our nation’, the social welfare organisation Solace intends to address gender-based discrimination through important conversations.
7 January 2021, 18:00 PM
Introducing Team Bangladesh of 22nd Int’l Robot Olympiad
The International Robot Olympiad (IRO) aims to develop the interest of students in the field of robotics. The 22nd edition of the olympiad was organised in Daegu, South Korea, but due the ongoing pandemic, participants from different countries sent their entries online, and were assessed virtually.
4 January 2021, 15:28 PM
Ways to achieve your resolutions in 2021
On January 1, everyone seems to have an idea about what their new year will look like, from healthier habits to learning new skills.
31 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Lessons I learnt in 2020
2020 has been difficult for everyone. As I say goodbye to the year, I look back at some of the important lessons I learnt.
29 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Manobota-19 reaches out to people in need
Manobota-19, a social welfare organisation, was founded by Sadvan Sarwar Shuvo, earlier this year. The organisation primarily intends to support underprivileged individuals by providing them with food.
1 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Dismantling social injustices through storytelling
Founded by Swatil Mahmud, Swayong is an inclusive platform that addresses women’s issues through myth-busting and storytelling.
26 November 2020, 18:00 PM
A beacon of hope for readers in remote areas
Renaissance Shamajik Shongho is a social welfare organisation founded by Fokhrul Islam Sumon, a student of University of Dhaka (DU). Primarily, the organisation intends to raise awareness on child marriage, drug abuse and other social issues through regular campaigning.
21 November 2020, 18:00 PM
Encouraging students to participate in co-curricular activities
Universities from all across the country are now focusing on extracurricular activities alongside academics, and clubs have been arranging various programmes to enhance the skill sets of students.
12 November 2020, 18:00 PM