The writing of history in the Bengali language by a Bengali began around 225 years ago with the publication of Raja Pratapaditya Charitra in 1801.
The Cold War was a war of armaments and ideologies—but it was also a war of words, fought in classrooms, libraries, and on the printed page.
Jamdani is not just the material or the motifs; it encompasses everything—from the river system and flora-fauna of the Dhaka region
Dhaka's air is a stew of brick kiln soot, exhaust fumes, construction dust, and factory emissions
Anisur Rahman and I have traveled together across the troubled landscape of Bangladesh’s history over many years. We first came together in October 1957, when we were recruited as teachers by Professor M.N. Huda, then the Chairman of the Economics Department at Dhaka University (DU).
We live within ecosystems, engaging in mutual interactions. Ecosystems such as rivers, forests, and agricultural lands are shared resources.
Tamam na sud or ‘Not the end’! There could not have been a better ending of a captivating romantic novel like Shabnami.
In a quiet neighbourhood of a once lush green residential area of Dhanmondi, I grew up in a three-storied house that dates back to the year 1957, listening wide-eyed to stories of a man deeply involved in Bangladesh’s struggle for sovereignty and democracy.
All set to play their first quarter final match in the cricket World Cup tomorrow, the fearless Tigers are ready to halt the Indian juggernaut, who are on their mission to defend their status as the champions
The first time they played at the MCG, Bangladesh's fielding imploded under the pressure of the scale of the ground. Against India, they will also have to keep their nerve
Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha has said his team has taken confidence from the win against England at Adelaide and is ready to fight
New Zealand dominate the leading wicket-taker positions at the World Cup. Tim Southee and Trent Boult are tied for top spot on 13 apiece
The roar and the chants are unmistakable. You only hear them at a cricket stadium in Bangladesh or if you are around the Dhaka University area, soon after a big Bangladesh win. The roar was there when Bangladesh beat England in Adelaide on Monday and if you are passing by, you would be dragged towards it.
Don't mention 2011. Bangladesh's victory over England in the last World Cup was overshadowed by the craziness of Ireland's triumph in Bangalore
The only sound one could hear after the crackle of the ball hitting the bat was crickets and other bugs. It was followed by a chuckle from the batsman, Mushfiqur Rahim
In dreams a woman or man you do not know may step out into view, and some quality pressing out of them is so unsettling, yet in such sharp focus, it is like they are sunset-lit.
Bangladesh are a point above Sri Lanka and although the World Cup is still at a very early stage, it is hard to imagine both sides envisioning themselves in their respective positions after their first two matches.
Paceman Shafiul Islam left here last night to join up with the Tigers' World Cup squad in Australia, as he was drafted in to replace Al-Amin Hossain, who was withdrawn from the side for breaking team rules.
