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
November 23, 2020
‘Coronay Gonomaddhomer Lorai’ opens at Bangladesh National Museum
A three-day painting and photography exhibition, ‘Cornay Gonomaddhomer Lorai’ hosted by Broadcast Journalist Center (BJC), was inaugurated today at the Nalini Kanta Bhattasali Gallery of Bangladesh National Museum.
November 20, 2020
Growing up with Apu, Feluda and many others
From the young detective Feluda to Bishwanath Majumdar in “Bela Seshe” we all fell in love with Soumitra Chatterjee’s bewildering charm and talent, at some point in our lives.
November 17, 2020
‘Longitude Latitude 8’ showcases versatile artworks through online exhibitions
A month-long online art festival, ‘Longitude Latitude 8,’ directed and curated by Shehzad Chowdhury is currently underway. ‘Longitude Latitude,’ which started from 2003, is an art happening that takes on many forms—from festivals to exhibitions. This time, it took the form of an online festival for its 8th edition.
November 7, 2020
Remembering legendary artist Mubinul Azim
The modern art movement in Bangladesh, which started in the early 20th century, gave birth to multiple pioneering artists, gaining Bangladeshi art international recognition. One of the pioneers of modern art in Bangladesh, Mubinul Azim, enriched the Bangladeshi art scenario through his brilliant creations, along with other pioneering legends.
October 18, 2020
Planting the seeds of thought
As we combat climate change and deforestation, gardening and planting play a crucial role in creating a sustainable world. Plant Easy, an online business, encourages city dwellers to nurture and grow plants from the comfort of their homes.
October 15, 2020
Ensuring safe menstrual hygiene management across the country
In a relief distribution event of Bandhu Foundation, Atia Nur Chowdhury, Director of Bandhu Foundation and her colleagues came across a 21 year old girl and after they listened to her horrifying experiences with menstruation, the idea of Project Konna came into light.
October 11, 2020
Ensuring an equal world for the girl child
Commemorating International Day of the Girl Child with Star Youth, The Daily Star arranged a webinar titled, “Ensuring an equal world for the girl child.” The webinar was broadcast live from The Daily Star’s Facebook page, earlier today.
October 9, 2020
Nandita Suraksha: Enabling women and children across the country
Nandita Suraksha started their journey in April 2019 as a non-profit voluntary organisation, with an aim to support underprivileged women and children across the country.
September 25, 2020
Is traditional education enough for a student to develop an entrepreneurial mindset?
YOUNG and Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Project (ESDP), in association with Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), recently hosted the two-day National Young Entrepreneur Summit 2020.
September 20, 2020
BDC Fempowerment: A debate competition by women for women
With the tagline, ‘Future is Female’, a two-day online inter-school debate tournament, BDC Fempowerment 2020, was organised by Bangladesh Debating Council (BDC) recently. BDC Fempowerment is the first ever debate tournament, organised by women for women.
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