July uprising 2024

‘July fighters’ to receive allowance from next month

The July fighters of the student-people uprising will get an allowance from next month, said Liberation War Affairs Adviser Faruk-e-Azam.

The afterlife of an uprising

When I think of July, I remember the silence. Not the kind that settles over a nation out of respect, but the kind that suffocates.

Cameras in the court: A step towards transparency or trial by media?

The core problem lies in the performative risk of broadcasting.

July’s legacy and the myth of a singular vanguard

To begin with, the origins of the July uprising have been widely misunderstood, both by foreign observers and Dhaka’s own elite commentariat.

State support for July uprising families to rise by 74%

The funds will go towards allowances, medical care, grants, and rehabilitation.

‘July Warriors' tax-free income limit to be Tk 525,000 from FY27 

The tax-free income limit for war-wounded freedom fighters has been increased to Tk 525,000 from FY27 from Tk 500,000 at present.

How is the NCP's 'new political settlement' faring?

By invoking the idea of a new political settlement, the NCP has generated high expectations.

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July killings: Charges pressed against eight cops at ICT

The International Crimes Tribunal-1 yesterday took cognisance of charges against eight police officers for crimes against humanity, marking a significant step forward in the trial process over offences committed during last year’s July uprising.

January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025

Why does the proclamation of July uprising matter?

The proclamation of the July uprising will be a profound declaration of justice, resilience, and rebirth.

January 1, 2025
January 1, 2025

Why 2025 is a crucial year for Bangladesh

Let us recap some of the most critical lessons of 2024 as we look forward to 2025.

December 30, 2024
December 30, 2024

Uprising, unity, and uncertainty: Power, protest, and politics in 2024

To speak of politics in 2024 is also to recall the entire history of political culture that has unfolded in Bangladesh since 1972.

December 29, 2024
December 29, 2024

July uprising cases: Police extorting bribes from their own

Sub-Inspector Anup Biswas was hospitalised for nearly two weeks after being hit in the head by a chunk of brick during the quota reforms protests in the capital’s Rampura on July 18.

December 22, 2024
December 22, 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.

December 21, 2024
December 21, 2024

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.

December 20, 2024
December 20, 2024

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.

December 19, 2024
December 19, 2024

Time for action to take post-uprising Bangladesh forward

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

December 16, 2024
December 16, 2024

A turning point or a missed opportunity?

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

December 15, 2024
December 15, 2024

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.