Ayaan Shams Siddiquee

Ayaan Shams Siddiquee is a contributing writer at Campus, Rising Stars, and Star Youth.

The sound of resistance: Songs that came out during the student movement

Some of our country’s talented musicians courageously stood up against the previous regime and violence on peaceful student protestors during the quota reform movement. These are some tracks that were released in the past month to fuel the rage and stand in solidarity with students.

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How the youth is contributing to flood relief in unique ways

From doing charity livestreams to selling SEO backlinks, the Bangladeshi youth is finding interesting avenues to generate funds for flood victims.

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Youth mobilise to safeguard minority establishments and places of worship

While such initiatives are commendable, they, of course, don’t offer a proper solution to the primary problems at hand.

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Jail cells can never be appropriate grounds to hold exams

On July 31, the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Jashore, released a public notice announcing that two detained HSC 2024 examinees would have to appear for their upcoming exams from Satkhira District Jail.

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HSC 2024 examinees call for a boycott of exams if candidates remain detained

Following the arrests of hundreds of student, board examinees from colleges around the country took to social media to announce a firm, unified decision– examinees will boycott HSC entirely if even a single one of their batch-mates are still detained and not allowed to appear for the exams.

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Kaiju no. 8: The breath of fresh air shounen anime needed

Kaiju No. 8 is anything but conventional, as it subverts any and all expectations right from the get-go.

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Keeping a family tradition alive through knitting

How Rudaba turned her passion into a business

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Bringing back the tradition of exchanging Eid cards

Young people should be encouraged to explore creative avenues and spend time with friends and loved ones beyond the digital space.

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March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024

Launching a club at your school

With a bit of planning and initiative, it is possible to start a club in your school.

February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024

Navigating the changing dynamics of friendship

As we grow up, the way we used to view friendships undergoes some major changes.

February 8, 2024
February 8, 2024

Cryptic Fate back with melodic homage to 1971

The album is a resounding testament to the sheer dedication that each member has towards their craft.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

Why young people should read The Adventures of Tintin

Almost a decade has passed since then, and Tintin still remains a timeless classic.

January 24, 2024
January 24, 2024

The need for leadership qualities among students for promoting peace in society

At present, our world is plastered with conflict, humanitarian crises, discrimination, and hate. Wars are tearing at the fabric of our societies and driving humans further apart than ever. A seemingly never-ending cycle of animosity has engulfed communities worldwide, emphasising the urgency of addressing these issues.

January 6, 2024
January 6, 2024

Explained: The branches of Bangladesh's government

How does Bangladesh’s government work? Who is the head of the government? What is the upcoming election about?

November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023

Hell’s Paradise: A fantastic gateway to the world of dark fantasy shounen

Hell’s Paradise’s unapologetically grotesque nature makes it a memorable experience throughout its runtime.

September 28, 2023
September 28, 2023

What it takes to start a band out of school

For those eager to follow in their idols’ footsteps and make their breakthrough in the music scene, here’s a step-by-step guide.

August 20, 2023
August 20, 2023

The increasing necessity of foreign admission events

However, a huge demographic of potential applicants still struggles with kick-starting their application process due to a lack of concrete information.

July 30, 2023
July 30, 2023

The lingering effects of familial unemployment on young people

The psychological costs of one’s parents going into unemployment are extremely nuanced