From director to musical maestro: Remembering the legendary Satyajit Ray
Today marks the 102nd birthday of Satyajit Ray, one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. While he is known primarily as a masterful storyteller for his films and literary works, Ray was a man of many talents.
1y ago
Emmy-winning artist Rubaiat Habib reflects on his journey
Rubaiat Habib from Bangladesh is one of the members of the ‘Character Animator’ team that won an Emmy last year, in the technology and engineering category. Currently living in Seattle, Rubaiat completed his undergraduate studies in Computer Science and Engineering at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology. He is a senior research scientist at Adobe Research by profession and an artist by passion.
3y ago
‘Project Oporajita’ provides proper menstruation tools in northern regions
Cholo Swpno Chui (CSC), a youth-led social organisation founded by Muhtasim Abshad Zisan, supports orphans and people with physical disabilities, through their different projects. Recently, the organisation started a campaign, ‘Project Oporajita’, which aims to provide menstrual support to women from underprivileged communities.
3y ago
Striving towards diversity and inclusivity
12 Vaja, a Rajshahi based organisation, is a social platform for the transgender community. The platform aims to bridge the gap between gender conforming and gender non-conforming individuals to create a tolerant and inclusive society.
3y ago
Kishwar Chowdhury’s journey in MasterChef Australia
Kishwar Chowdhury is the first Bangladeshi-Australian to secure the third place in the internationally renowned show MasterChef Australia. Throughout her journey, she stunned the judges, participants, and viewers by introducing different recipes and innovative dishes inspired by her Bangladeshi roots.
3y ago
The conception and birth of Dhaka University
Dhaka University (DU), the oldest public university in Bangladesh, started its journey on July 1, 1921. This year marks the centenary of the institution. DU was started after many obstacles and conspiracies; the story behind its establishment comes from the efforts and sacrifices of many selfless heroes.
3y ago
Is Netflix’s ‘Ray’ worth the watch?
Netflix’s latest anthology series, Ray, is based on four short stories by Satyajit Ray, directed and acted by some of India’s most prominent names in the industry.
3y ago
The powerful Manipuri dance duo
In a candid chat with The Daily Star, Tamanna, along with her student Manomi Tanjana Orthy, share their views on dance, and more.
3y ago
April 24, 2021
Ei Tumi Shei Tumi
Noted actor Sarah Begum Kabori passed away on April 17, 2021, leaving behind an iconic legacy of work.
April 23, 2021
The realities of online education in Bangladesh
When the pandemic hit, Bangladesh saw educational institutions -- both public and private -- move their academic activities online. But this was uncharted waters for most of these institutions, and their teachers, who would have to conduct these classes. Despite the slight ray of assurance offered by the vaccine for Covid-19, educational institutions remain shut. Students and teachers are still struggling with online workload demands, even after a year.
April 14, 2021
Pohela Boishakh celebrations go virtual for the second year in a row
People are welcoming the Bengali New Year amidst a countrywide lockdown, much like last year, as Covid-19 cases are on the rise again. Cultural organisations and event spaces have arranged virtual celebrations.
April 9, 2021
The Mercury crater named after Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin
Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin is considered to be the founding father of Bangladeshi modern art.
April 2, 2021
Striving for safer flying experiences
Mushfiqul Alam, a senior research associate at the University of Liverpool, UK, was fascinated by aero planes from a young age. He is the winner of the 2020 Royal Aeronautical Society Herbert Le Sueur Award, in recognition of his research into novel systems to increase safety during helicopter autorotation.
March 26, 2021
Bangabandhu’s birth centenary, independence golden jubilee celebrations conclude
Today marks the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence. Keeping that in mind, the final day of “Mujib Chirantan” began with the theme, ‘Shadhinotar Ponchash Bochor O Ogrogotir Shubornorekha’.
March 26, 2021
Dhanua Kamalpur Cooperative High School: Home of sixty freedom fighters
The Liberation War of Bangladesh had people from all walks of life coming together to fight for their motherland. A large number of freedom fighters during the war were school-going students. Sixty students from Dhanua Kamalpur Cooperative High School in Jamalpur, took part in the war. Being the only high school for students from several nearby villages, this institution contributed significantly to our fight for freedom.
March 23, 2021
Seventh day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates womanhood
Celebrating the birth centenary of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the golden jubilee of Bangladesh's independence, a ten-day programme, "Mujib Chirantan", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. The seventh day of the event began with the theme, "Narimukti, Shammo O Shadhinota", celebrating womanhood.
March 21, 2021
Fifth day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates Bangabandhu’s perseverance
Celebrating the birth centenary of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the golden jubilee of Bangladesh's independence, a ten-day programme, "Mujib Chirantan", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. The fifth day of celebrations began with the theme, “Dhongshostupe Jiboner Gaan”, commemorating Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s determination to rebuild a war-torn country after independence. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina attended the cultural event.
March 20, 2021
‘Futures Beyond the Self’ underway at Kala Kendra
An art exhibition titled ‘Futures Beyond the Self’, a multidisciplinary artiste engagement is currently underway at Kala Kendra in Mohammadpur. The exhibition was inaugurated on March 10.
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