Naziba Basher

Naziba Basher

The author is a Sub Editor, News Desk at The Daily Star

Money and power should never undermine justice

A gang rape accused has no fear of consequences because of his political affiliation.

3d ago

When there is harm hidden behind help

'Biggest threat to animal welfare in Bangladesh are overenthusiastic activists'

1w ago

Bangladesh must change to protect its women

Progress limps while women bleed, and no one seems to care.

1w ago

Empowered or enraged: What are we really doing with the internet?

The ability not just to use technology but to understand, interpret, and engage with it wisely is glaringly absent from our collective behaviour

2w ago

What is paedophilia and why Bangladesh should be concerned

In Bangladesh, nearly nine out of every 10 rapes in the first four months of this year involved children.

3w ago

‘Utshob’ and the art of tenderness

For anyone who grew up “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, “Utshob” is a warm wave of nostalgia. For those raised in 1990s Bangladesh -- whether or not they’re familiar with Dickens -- the film offers a loving nod to the dramas and films of that era. And even for viewers with no emotional ties to either Dickens or the 90s, this film still feels like a two-hour-long hug, a very warm one.

4w ago

For how long must women endure cyberattacks?

Despite the legal provisions in place to punish such actions, many victims find themselves powerless to pursue justice.

1m ago

When mercy is missing from sacrifice

Are we so far gone that even a creature's panic, its last attempt at life, is turned into viral entertainment?

1m ago
July 14, 2017
July 14, 2017

Mahnaz Karim: A new voice of Rabindra Sangeet

Mahnaz Karim Hossain grew up in a musical household. With influences of her culturally-involved father and her paternal grandmother

July 11, 2017
July 11, 2017

Gohin Baluchor receives 'uncut' censor clearance

“Gohin Baluchor”, directed by Badrul Anam Saud, passed through the censor board without any cuts on July 9.

July 7, 2017
July 7, 2017

“It's now my responsibility to take our music to international platforms”

Four-time national award-winning music director, and also the younger son of the illustrious composer Satya Shaha,

July 6, 2017
July 6, 2017

“Theatre is who I am…” Shajjad Rajib on his 16-year journey with Dhaka Theatre

Shajjad Rajib, a seasoned theatre actor who has also ventured into television, began his career on the stage at an early age. He has

June 18, 2017
June 18, 2017

A Special Bond Ferdausi and Tropa Majumdar share birthdays

Ferdausi Majumdar, one of the most prominent faces of Bangladeshi theatre and her daughter Tropa Majumdar, also a theatre actor

June 16, 2017
June 16, 2017

Shashwati Garai Ghosh mesmerises with Odissi

It was pouring rain, as they say, 'cats and dogs' this past Monday in Dhaka, and while most people were apprehensive about stepping out in this weather, not even the strongest gushes of wind and water could stop dance enthusiasts from commuting to Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy's Music and Dance Centre to watch Shashwati Garai Ghosh's mesmerising Odissi dance presentation.

June 9, 2017
June 9, 2017

DIVERGING PASSIONS BROUGHT TOGETHER

One of the most well-known faces on television, Fazlur Rahman Babu has charmed his audience since the beginning of his career

June 7, 2017
June 7, 2017

Nawshaba's unique Ramadan plans

Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed has long been known to be a very socially aware and active member of the television industry.

June 4, 2017
June 4, 2017

Villainous Jitu In - "Gohin Baluchor"

Following the footsteps of his father, Syed Ahsan Ali Sydney, Jitu Ahsan entered the industry at a comparatively young age. After

May 30, 2017
May 30, 2017

Humayun Faridee: Unforgotten

Actors Chanchal Chowdhury, Shahed Ali, Bonna Mirza and Runa Khan were among members of the fraternity remembering the actor in