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Stamford University unveils literary magazine, Parnassus

Anika Fatima

On September 7, 2024, Stamford University Bangladesh experienced a momentous celebration of literary and intellectual spirit with the unveiling of "Parnassus," the new literary magazine launched by the university's literary and cultural club, Straybird. This event, held in the Department of English, marked more than just the introduction of a publication-it was a profound testament ...

Relief needed as flash flood in southern districts worsens

Anika Fatima

The current flood crisis in Bangladesh's Feni, Cumilla, Noakhali, Habiganj, and Moulvibazar regions starkly highlights the immense challenges posed by extreme weather events and climate change. Relentless rainfall and rising river levels have led to devastating floods, leaving over 1.5 million people stranded and exposing significant vulnerabilities in the nation's disaster preparedness and response systems. ...

Why Jatrabari became a battlefield during recent violent clashes

Anika Fatima

During the recent nation-wide mayhem, Jatrabari in Dhaka was a focal point of tension and conflict as serious bloody clashes erupted there between miscreants under the guise of quota reform protesters and law enforcement agencies. What seemingly began as a peaceful demonstration for reform of quota system had escalated into a chaotic scene of tear ...

Melody in the Lost City

Anika Fatima

“Dhaka’s got me suffocating, Meher,” Kamal sighed, another year of dead-end jobs and loneliness weighing him down. "Drifting from one thing to another like a shikara lost on the Buriganga."Every day was the same. Work, have dinner in his cramped flat, drowning the blandness with endless cups of tea, flickering between news and cricket matches. ...

Recognise dormant talent of introverts

Anika Fatima

Living in a world where the spotlight often shines on the outgoing and gregarious, introverts can feel like they e navigating through a sea of noise and constant activity. Its akin to being the moon, quietly casting its light amidst the brightness of the sun. While extroverts bask in the attention and thrive in social settings, ...

Adopt action plans to make people invulnerable to extreme heat

Anika Fatima

Bangladesh, situated in a subtropical region, is facing an unprecedented challenge with the recent surge in heatwaves. According to recent news reports, Meteorologist Abul Kalam Mallik from the Bangladesh Meteorologist Department (BMD) said that people has already experienced 23 days of scorching temperatures this month, matching the record set in the entire year of 2019. ...

Mega-projects moving Bangladesh forward

Anika Fatima

Multiple mega-projects were initiated over the past years with high expectations. In pursuit of these ambitious endeavours, Bangladesh has placed strong emphasis on careful decision-making, adopting a forward-thinking approach, engaging in extensive long-term planning, and ultimately formulating a comprehensive strategy for social integration. Through this integration, a significant portion of our large population struggling to ...

Aligning fuel price with global market a proactive move

Anika Fatima

The recent surge in petroleum fuel prices in Bangladesh has prompted government for the re-evaluation of the nations fuel pricing policies and their implications for both the economy and consumers. As Bangladesh endeavours to synchronize domestic fuel prices with global market trends, it becomes imperative to scrutinize the efficacy of such strategies and the challenges ...

What is Bengali nationalism?

Anika Fatima

Bengali nationalism is a concept that encompasses various interpretations and notions, each with its own significance and implications. It intertwines cultural identities with political aspirations, yet these elements often diverge in their objectives. In exploring Bengali nationalism, it becomes evident that it is not a monolithic entity but a multifaceted construct influenced by historical, cultural, ...

Child labour must stop

Anika Fatima

Bangladesh is the most densely populated country in South Asia but it has made progress in many areas. Among many challenges, theres a big problem that still makes it hard for the country to overcome, and thats taking care of its children. Just like many other countries in South Asia, Bangladesh has a problem with ...