July uprising 2024

Echoes of revolution: A night of unity, music, remembrance

Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan yesterday performed at the “Echoes of Revolution” concert, a charity event aimed at raising funds for families of martyrs and those injured during the July uprising.

The spirit of 1971: Reflections on liberation, aspirations, and modern challenges

The spirit of 1971 lives on, and it is up to the present generation to ensure that its promises are fulfilled.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / Election in first half of ’26 is not unreasonable, but Dec ’25 is doable

Whatever the differing stances of various political parties may be, people in general would prefer to exercise their franchise.

Time for action to take post-uprising Bangladesh forward

Historically, revolutions often begin with an unified call for justice, equality, and change.

July uprising / A turning point or a missed opportunity?

A reflection on Bangladesh's post-Awami League crisis and the need for unity and reform.

Won’t spare anyone, even if it’s Prof Yunus

Sarjis Alam, general secretary of the July Shaheed Smriti Foundation, yesterday said they would spare no one who would betray the ideals of the July mass uprising.

We were complicit by our silence

In a country where a sense of freedom has barely returned after over a decade of suppression, the question of a writer’s role looms large.

Diplomats pay tribute to July bravehearts

Diplomats of foreign missions in Bangladesh yesterday attended The Daily Star’s exhibition to pay tribute to the brave hearts of the July uprising.

The resurgence of political cartoons

How political cartoons in Bangladesh overcame censorship post July uprising.

September 11, 2024
September 11, 2024

Gono Bhaban shouldn’t be turned into a museum

Why should we use this symbol of destruction to remember the movement?

September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024

Injured protesters need better help

The emotional and financial toll for the families of the injured from the July mass uprising defies description

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