Sakib Ahmed

Correspondent at Jahangirnagar University.

Shinduria: A hidden haven of biodiversity near Dhaka

Shinduria is more than just a scenic village -- it is a thriving ecosystem shaped by water, tradition, and time

6d ago

Biodiversity entangled in deadly mesh

Widespread use of China Duari nets disrupts life across JU’s wetlands

1w ago

Nearly 50 trees felled without approval at JU

Nearly 50 trees have been felled on the Jahangirnagar University (JU) campus without prior permission, sparking outrage among students and environmental activists.

2w ago

Years of neglect haunt JU Medical Centre

On Sunday, June 22, Zubayer Hossain, a third-year student of Anthropology department at Jahangirnagar University, died reportedly after being denied timely ambulance support. He had long suffered from haemophilia.

2w ago

Nearly 50 trees felled in JU without approval

Project director, VC deny knowledge; contractor says section of students gave go-ahead

2w ago

JU allocates only 2.85% for research

The Senate of Jahangirnagar University has approved an annual budget of Tk 323.35 crore for the 2025–26 fiscal year, with minimal allocations for research and healthcare services.

2w ago

JU pushes ahead with mega infrastructure project

Natural charm to take hit from wave of unplanned development

1m ago

JU in full bloom

On the campus of Jahangirnagar University, the season sings a different song.

2m ago
March 20, 2025
March 20, 2025

Murder of Shamim Molla in JU: Accused seen roaming freely on campus

Authorities suspend accused for six months, students call it “token punishment”

March 15, 2025
March 15, 2025

Lesser Whistling Duck population increases at JU

Winter has passed, and spring is in full bloom at Jahangirnagar University.

February 10, 2025
February 10, 2025

Fewer migratory birds visit JU this winter

Why haven't the birds come round this year?

January 19, 2025
January 19, 2025

Winter festival at JU showcases cultural splendour and natural diversity

The festival drew thousands of music lovers, students, faculty members, and visitors from across the city to the Selim Al Deen Muktamancha

October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024

50 down with dengue in 10 days at JU

At least 50 teachers, students, and staff members at Jahangirnagar University (JU) have contracted dengue in the last 10 days, bringing the total number of cases of the viral infection among campus residents to approximately 80 since September 1.

September 22, 2024
September 22, 2024

JU Hosts first-ever women's football match

In honour of the lives lost in the student-led mass upsurge in July and the fall of the autocratic regime, the Department of Anthropology at Jahangirnagar University (JU) hosted the Mishu Memorial Football Tournament Season 8. 

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