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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.

The cultural reinvention of Pahela Baishakh

The cultural reinvention of Pahela Baishakh

14 April 2026, 11:27 AM
What is now one of the most widely celebrated cultural events across Bangladesh actually started as an administrative solution, and its transformation over the centuries offers a surprisingly layered look at how traditions evolve.
14 April 2026, 11:27 AM
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Webcams for your online class setup: our picks

13 April 2026, 16:41 PM
From affordable entry-level devices to more advanced options with specialised features, here is a wide range of webcams to choose from for your online class needs.
13 April 2026, 16:41 PM
Learning from execution

Next Step / How we learn from work and what we often miss

8 April 2026, 13:22 PM
The idea of “learning from execution” challenges the tendency to treat results as self-explanatory and argues that without deliberate analysis, both success and failure can mislead.
8 April 2026, 13:22 PM
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Understanding the science, salience, and surge of ‘Project Hail Mary’

5 April 2026, 17:14 PM
The theatrical experience has been under quiet negotiation for years, reshaped by streaming, shrinking attention spans, and an industry increasingly inclined to design films for quick consumption rather than sustained engagement. Into this landscape arrives “Project Hail Mary”, a film that feels almost defiant in how fully it leans into what cinema can achieve when it assumes the audience is actually watching.
5 April 2026, 17:14 PM
Casting, controversy and cultural memory in the age of adaptations

Casting, controversy and cultural memory in the age of adaptations

3 April 2026, 15:34 PM
A visible portion, however, reveals something more uncomfortable: how quickly aesthetic preference can blur into racial bias when long-held images are challenged.
3 April 2026, 15:34 PM
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How World Cup anthems became a global phenomenon

2 April 2026, 09:07 AM
The FIFA World Cup has always extended beyond the ninety minutes on the pitch. It operates as a cultural convergence point where identity, commerce, and memory intersect. Within that ecosystem, music plays a precise role: it frames the tournament, translates its energy across borders, and leaves behind an auditory record that often outlives the matches themselves.
2 April 2026, 09:07 AM
Eid gifts

Here are 7 gadget gift ideas for this Eid

17 March 2026, 15:37 PM
From devices that encourage reading and creativity to gadgets that improve productivity, entertainment, or health awareness, the right tech gift can remain useful long after the festivities end.
17 March 2026, 15:37 PM
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The spin-off age: How supporting characters now lead the narrative

10 March 2026, 14:44 PM
For most of film and television history, supporting characters existed with a clear narrative function: assist the protagonist, provide comic relief, move the plot forward, and quietly exit when the hero’s journey took centre stage. They were memorable, sometimes even beloved, but rarely powerful enough to reshape the story’s structure. Yet the modern entertainment landscape, particularly in the age of sprawling franchises and long-form streaming series, has begun to shift that balance.
10 March 2026, 14:44 PM
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Road Safety Movement 2018: Was it worthwhile?

Two years ago, a speeding bus lost control and killed two teenagers and injured nine others in Dhaka.
13 August 2020, 18:00 PM
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Combatting unemployment with earnest efforts

Gontobbo Youth Foundation (GYF) strives to alleviate unemployment for underprivileged communities through their activities.
6 August 2020, 18:00 PM
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Movies about friendship that you must watch

While July 30 marks International Day of Friendship, many parts of the world, including Bangladesh, celebrate this day on the first Sunday of August, which falls on August 2 this year.
2 August 2020, 09:40 AM
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Igniting confidence across communities

Ignite Youth Foundation (IYF) is a youth-led social organisation, founded by Muhammad Jahirul Islam in 2016.
23 July 2020, 18:00 PM
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Creating safe spaces for the transgender community

ForUs is a social welfare organisation that works for the basic rights of transgender individuals. Founded by Sabrina Mojib, a student of Daffodil International University (DIU), the organisation strives to combat the social barriers that isolate this community.
20 July 2020, 18:00 PM
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CSC looks out for vulnerable communities

Cholo Swpno Chui (CSC), a youth-led social welfare organisation founded by Muhtasim Abshad Zisan, a student of Khulna University, supports orphans and people with physical disabilities, through their different projects.
9 July 2020, 18:00 PM
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Movies to watch with your dad at home

Most of us will be spending Father’s Day (June 21) at home this year, without any decadent outings. Luckily, streaming services have no shortage of family entertainers. Here’s a list of movies you can enjoy with your dad at home.
19 June 2020, 18:00 PM
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Spreading joy amongst street children

Jhilimili is a social welfare organisation, formed by some students from Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka (DU), that aims to support street children in different ways.
11 June 2020, 18:00 PM
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CSR Window Bangladesh takes commendable steps to battle the coronavirus pandemic

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Window Bangladesh started their journey in 2018. Founded by Shadman Sakib Anik and Ahsan Rony,
4 June 2020, 18:00 PM
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Lifting weights and expectations

Awhona Rahman made history as the winner of the first ever Women’s Bodybuilding Championship, organised by Bangladesh Bodybuilding Federation. Currently a twelfth grader at Bir Shrestha Noor Mohammad School and College, she aspires to represent Bangladesh in international platforms.
12 March 2020, 18:10 PM
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Nurturing young dreams

Dream Deviser, founded by Golam Rabbani, is recognised for generating positive content and nurturing the aspirations of youngsters.
11 March 2020, 18:00 PM
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Shomy Hasan Chowdhury wins the Legacy Award at Diana Award Ceremony

The Legacy Award is presented to twenty young changemakers who embody Princess Diana’s qualities of kindness, compassion and service, from around the world.
10 March 2020, 18:00 PM
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Goniter Monche: Learning math effectively

The book, Goniter Monche, written by three former medalists of International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO), primarily discusses how mathematics can be taught in a fun way, and explains harder concepts through pictorial representations and puzzles.
28 February 2020, 14:34 PM
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Antik Mahmud’s ‘Chol’ provides a thrilling experience to readers

Antik Mahmud has released Chol, a thriller novel, in the Ekushey Boi Mela this year. The book, published by Addhayan Publications, is currently available at pavilion 17. What makes the book unique is the fact that the readers can choose the way they want the story to progress.
28 February 2020, 13:57 PM
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Rendezvous with young authors at the Ekushey Boi Mela

One of the biggest attractions of February is undoubtedly the Ekushey Boi Mela. Each year, bookworms and literary enthusiasts wait eagerly for this celebration of Bengali language, literature and culture, in remembrance of the 1952 Language Movement martyrs.
27 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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JOTNO: Facilitating healthcare at your doorstep

Jotno Healthcare, founded by Shahnewaz Arefeen, aims to provide primary medical services and facilitate diagnostic tests at patients’ homes, in
24 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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Noman: Oishik Jawad and Antik Mahmud’s humorous superhero story

Antik Mahmud and Oishik Jawad’s superhero comic book, Noman, about a boy who dreams of becoming famous in Bangladesh, is out now at the Ekushey Boi Mela.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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Gootipa: Moving towards sustainable fashion

Gootipa is an online shop by Leatherina Pvt Ltd, founded by Taslima Miji in 2016. It has introduced bags made with leather sourced from Bangladesh, along with local handmade fabric and jute.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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Ayman Sadiq and Sakib Bin Rashid’s ‘Loke Ki Bolbe’ challenges societal expectations

Loke Ki Bolbe, an exclusive Ekushey Boi Mela release, authored by Ayman Sadiq and Sakib Bin Rashid, explores the conversations revolving around societal expectations and pressures.
6 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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Shawpnodana: A dream for a better environment

During their cleanliness drive, they distributed leaflets across all households in the Dhamrai municipality and conducted a rally under the slogan ‘Nij Angina Porishkar Rakhi, Shobai Mile Shushtho Thaki’ (By keeping our surroundings clean, we all can stay healthy).
6 February 2020, 18:00 PM

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