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Interview / Modern Islam has always been a 'secular' entity

20 July 2026, 00:01 AM
Iran provides an interesting example of the fate of Islamism and its ideological state
20 July 2026, 00:01 AM
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Bengal’s forgotten connections with Nazi Germany

15 July 2026, 00:01 AM
From 1933 onwards, Hitler and Nazi Germany were admired by certain groups of right-wing Indians, who were often anti-British nationalists.
15 July 2026, 00:01 AM
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500 years after Babur's victory / How the Mughal legacy continues to shape South Asia

16 June 2026, 00:01 AM
In the realm of everyday culture, Mughal influence permeated cuisine (techniques, dishes, and courtly food culture), dress, etiquette (adab), and aesthetic sensibilities, creating a shared repertoire that cuts across religious and regional boundaries.
16 June 2026, 00:01 AM
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The making of India’s Bengali Muslim problem

8 June 2026, 00:00 AM
I wrote this book before the July uprising, so the issues I discuss are not new developments but part of a much longer process.
8 June 2026, 00:00 AM
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Beyond kaanta-taar: Rethinking life at the Bangladesh–India border

23 May 2026, 00:00 AM
In conversation with Sahana Ghosh, author of A Thousand Tiny Cuts: Mobility and Security Across the India-Bangladesh Borderlands and assistant professor of Anthropology at the National University of Singapore.
23 May 2026, 00:00 AM
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Interview / Why the Haor film Kura Pakkhir Shunye Ura matters today

20 May 2026, 09:00 AM
Filmmaker Muhammad Quayum reflects on the haor’s beauty, hardship, resilience, and his decades-long journey behind Kura Pakkhir Shunye Ura.
20 May 2026, 09:00 AM
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Re-reading Nizamuddin Auliya in history and memory

15 May 2026, 08:30 AM
As legends associated with the charisma and spiritual power of Nizamuddin Auliya spread, many anecdotes from folkloric traditions began to be linked with his life, which cannot be entirely discarded either.
15 May 2026, 08:30 AM
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The untold history of horses in South Asia

25 April 2026, 15:45 PM
The earliest text to highlight the horse is the Rig Veda, which contains hymns to warrior chiefs who rode horse-drawn chariots.
25 April 2026, 15:45 PM
Akhteruzzaman Elias’ thought on novel writing in Bengali literature

Akhteruzzaman Elias’ thought on novel writing in Bengali literature

Akhteruzzaman Elias would often deconstruct novels as a literary form, emphasising the role of social realism in mastering its craft.
12 February 2025, 09:45 AM
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Choosing Excellence: Private Universities Are Leading the Way

Private universities in Bangladesh have become integral to the country’s higher education landscape, playing a crucial role since their establishment.
1 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Fantastic 5 banks surpassing Tk 2,000 crore in operating profit

Fantastic 5 banks surpassing Tk 2,000 crore in operating profit

In a year marked by financial uncertainty, five banks in Bangladesh have emerged as beacons of resilience and trust. Islami Bank, already a leader in the sector, has been joined by BRAC Bank, City Bank, Pubali Bank, and Dutch-Bangla Bank in reaching the coveted Tk 2,000 crore milestone in operating profit.
29 January 2025, 18:00 PM
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Transforming the Banking Landscape through MFS

The financial landscape of Bangladesh has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, thanks to the rapid growth and adoption of Mobile Financial Services (MFS). The emergence of MFS platforms has revolutionised the way people engage with banking.
27 January 2025, 18:00 PM
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Safe lifts: From setup to ongoing maintenance

Lifts have evolved from being a luxury to an essential component of modern living.
25 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Interview of Mohiuddin Ahmad

‘When a government refuses to go, people accept it until they don’t’

Author and researcher Mohiuddin Ahmad talks about the background and formation of BAKSAL.
25 January 2025, 03:00 AM
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Housing boom along the Padma bridge

Rapid industrialization, centered around the bridge and transport corridor, has further fueled local housing demand.
24 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Handover troubles? Act wisely

Legal issues between developers and landowners or buyers can arise at any stage of a real estate project, often leading to tension during the handover process.
24 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Unlocking International Pathways

Students aspiring to pursue higher education abroad typically transfer their expenses—such as university or college admission fees, tuition, and accommodation costs—through local banks. To facilitate these transactions, a foreign currency transaction file, commonly referred to as a ‘student file,’ must be opened at the bank. Banks can open these files across their authorised dealer (AD) branches.
22 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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From ‘71 to ‘24: A People United for Justice

This year, December 16 arrives with a distinctly different ambiance. It holds greater significance than in previous years, when the day was marked with traditional observances.
15 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Martyrs of Freedom

Over fifty years ago, during the final days of the 1971 war, a significant number of intellectuals—professors, doctors, journalists, and others—were brutally murdered just before the fall of Dhaka, when the Pakistani-occupied forces and their collaborators were on the verge of surrendering.
13 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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The flavour of change: Edible Oils in Bangladeshi Kitchens

Edible oil is an essential component of the Bangladeshi diet, with consumption steadily increasing as the nation transitions from a lower-income to a higher-income economy, driven by enhanced purchasing power.
1 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Bridging Gaps, Building Trust: How Bangladesh’s Banks Are Powering Progress

The banking sector in Bangladesh has played a pivotal role in the country’s economic progress, driving its transition from a lower-middle-income economy to an aspiring upper-middle-income one.
30 November 2024, 18:18 PM
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The Faces behind ‘Made in Bangladesh’

In a conversation with Lamia Karim, professor of anthropology at the University of Oregon, Eugene, about her research on Bangladesh's RMG workers.
24 November 2024, 18:00 PM
Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani

Remembering a legacy of opposition, a vision of independence

After the liberation of Bangladesh, Bhashani continued to exert significant influence by holding the ruling Awami League accountable on critical issues such as drafting the constitution and addressing the food crisis.
17 November 2024, 02:00 AM
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Islamic Banking in Bangladesh

Over the past four decades, Islamic banking has firmly established itself as a significant financial sector in Bangladesh, operating in accordance with Islamic principles and providing a secure platform for transactions.
30 October 2024, 18:00 PM
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The Transformation of Bangladesh’s Detergent Market

The evolution of detergents in Bangladesh has been remarkable, transforming the way people approach laundry by providing convenient solutions that ensure the careful washing of clothes while maintaining fabric quality.
29 October 2024, 18:30 PM
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The Thriving Real Estate: Landscape of Chattogram

Chattogram, often regarded as the country’s second capital and its most dynamic business hub, is witnessing a thriving real estate landscape that offers more affordable apartment prices than Dhaka. Its strategic proximity to the Chattogram port provides the city with a distinct advantage, driving substantial growth in the real estate sector and setting the stage for even greater expansion in the future.
27 October 2024, 18:00 PM
Bengal's architectural heritage from Sultanate to Mughal era

From Sultanate to Mughal: The Architectural Legacy of Bengal

In conversation with Professor Perween Hasan, distinguished historian and expert on architecture of the Indian subcontinent
27 October 2024, 18:00 PM
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Hijacking History: 1971 narratives in the Awami League's reign

Writing the history of the 1971 Liberation War, the most pivotal event in the region, remains a complex task. This war continues to shape the present, deeply influencing our understanding of the past.
16 October 2024, 07:55 AM

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