In a heartfelt tribute to the heroes of the 1952 Language Movement, Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud today articulated Bangladesh's aspiration to accord Bangla the status of an official language of the United Nations

On the occasion of Amar Ekushey and International Mother Language Day, people from all walks of life flocked to the Central Shaheed Minar late last night and early today to pay their respects to the martyrs of the historic Language Movement

This initiative underscores UNDP's ongoing commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and accessibility in all facets. 

President Md Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today paid rich tributes to the martyrs of the historic Language Movement on the occasion of Amar Ekushey and International Mother Language Day

Mang Pu Mro, 78, from Kranchipara of Bandarban’s Alikadam upazila, is among the last seven speakers, all of whom are elderly, of Rengmitcha language.

National Professor Rafiqul Islam’s profound contribution to documenting the Language Movement in Bangladesh was the culmination of a lifelong passion for photography.

The Language Movement began in the immediate aftermath of the establishment of Pakistan, spurred by the demands of student organisations in the then East Pakistan. It was a crucial component of a broader set of demands addressing the realities of East Pakistan.

The nation is set to observe "Amar Ekushey", Language Martyr's Day (Shaheed Day) and International Mother Language Day tomorrow, marking the supreme sacrifice of the language heroes for upholding the dignity of mother tongue Bangla

Accents and dialects weave colourful threads in our cultural identity. Yet, despite their significance, people with linguistic variations often find themselves subject to ridicule and discrimination. It’s time we addressed this.

Hasan Hafizur Rahman's 'Ekushey February' created huge turmoil and faced police persecution.

What are the factors that contribute to the marginalisation of the academic degree of a language in its own country?

February 21st symbolises the sacrifices of the great martyrs who gave up their life for Bangla language. On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, Rafiath Rashid Mithila, opens up to Hindustan Times Bangla, about how Bangla is ingrained deeply in her life.

While speaking to The Daily Star, the veteran director expressed his thoughts on the use of English terms in the industry.

A special film, "Fagun Haway" directed by Tauquir Ahmed and featuring Siam Ahmed, and Nusrat Imrose Tisha, will be aired at 2.40 pm on Channel i.

There is no usage of Bangla by the state, and it is being pushed to the periphery.

International Mother Language Day is definitely a misnomer for February 21, because the then Pakistani authorities did not deny our right to speak our so-called mother language.

Here are facts you probably did not know about Ekushey February.

This celebration of the Language Movement which happens in the Boi Mela allows the ideas associated with it to be passed down from one generation to another. Boi Mela has become a focal point for the discussions surrounding the Language Movement. 

After Toulouse, a Shaheed Minar is going to be built for the first time in the French capital Paris.

The linguistic heritage of our country is varied, rich and diverse.