"We raised the historical unsettled issues with Pakistan, including a formal public apology," says foreign secy
The interview explores the evolving narrative of democracy in Bangladesh since 1971.
Corruption charges against ministry officials, others must be investigated
The 1971 Liberation War was the culmination of a long struggle for a democratic, secular, and egalitarian society.
What matters when there's a Motherland to defend?
Professor Anisur Rahman was the founding father of the “Two Economies” theory, which formed the intellectual foundation of Bangladesh’s Liberation War.
Review of ‘Bangladesh: A Legacy of Blood’ (Hodder and Stoughton, 1986) by Anthony Mascarenhas
Those responsible should be held accountable
The spirit of 1971 lives on, and it is up to the present generation to ensure that its promises are fulfilled.
It was like a radiant dawn shining after a long and dreadful night. The cool wind of freedom was blowing in mid-December 1971.
What has never been discussed is the impact of these memories, the persisting scars they left in people's minds.
Noted actress Dilara Zaman starrer liberation war-based short film titled “Omar Faruk er Ma”, directed by Zahidur Rahman Biplob, is set to release on the month of victory, December. The premiere show of the film will be held at Bangladesh Film Archive on December 3.
Almost 50 years after the war, freedom fighter Guerrilla Hafiz is yet to receive state recognition
“The liberation war was terrifying for women and this is why Afsan Chowdhury’s book is crucial. It is important to study our culture to understand the history of our liberation war,” said Professor Sonia Nishat Amin.
A "what it really was" analysis of the 1971 war does not mean the description of the actions of India only. It should also cover their mistakes and failures. The cover of this book claims to be a "definitive story", but its research and narrative are not holistic.
The personal space is the same as the political sphere, the individual on the same strand as the collective.
Tajuddin Ahmad's interview published in the Dainik Bangla newspaper on December 13, 1972.
Bangladesh War resembles a journalist's diary. Ghosh's tone is neither that of a critic nor a judge.
17 April, 1971. I reached Kolkata from Agartala on the previous day. Word reaches me that Zahir Raihan has also arrived at Kolkata on the same day.
