How we grew up learning about Muktijuddho
The War of Liberation and the way Bangladesh observes and celebrates Victory Day on December 16 1971 is a historical truth that will, forever, define the core values of a…
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Cannot ensure July fighters’ safety by relying on govt or police
Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizen’ Party (NCP), said on Tuesday that the safety of July fighters cannot be guaranteed by depending on the government or the police. “We…
Injustice, discriminations led people to revolt in 1971
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday said the people of the then East Pakistan rose in revolt as the Pakistani ruling elite perpetrated injustice and created discrimination against…
Anti-independence forces trying to resurface on Victory Day
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Tuesday said the forces that opposed Bangladesh’s independence in 1971 are once again trying to raise their heads. “Those who stood against…
Ranking crucial for Bangladesh ahead of ODI World Cup
Bangladesh ODI captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz wants to use the next 12 months to ensure his side qualifies automatically for the 14th edition of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.…
A martyr’s search for a nation
The fourteenth of December sits heavy on the Bengali soul, a day where profound grief and the deepest national pride converge. On this day in 1971, with victory a mere…
Bangladesh reach U19 Asia Cup semifinal
Bangladesh Under-19 team confirmed the semifinal of Asia Cup after Sri Lanka edged past Afghanistan by two wickets in a tight contest at ICC Academy in Dubai, UAE today. The…
RAB arrests close aide of main accused in attempted assassination of Osman Hadi
The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested Kabir, a close associate of the prime accused Faisal, in connection with the attempted murder of Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inqilab Moncho, according…
Democratic journey may take a new form this time
Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Tuesday said Bangladesh is now at a turning point where the country will leave behind an old system of governance and begin a renewed journey…
People from all walks of life throng Savar memorial to honour martyrs
People from all walks of life thronged the National Martyrs’ Memorial in Savar on Victory Day to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Liberation War, as the memorial was…