quota reform 2024
57 Bangladeshis convicted in UAE granted pardon
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus disclosed the development at a meeting with editors today.
POETRY / Survival tactics for “peaceful” protests
Stay in a group, never in alleyways
ESSAY / Rhymes, rebellion, and revolution
Movements leave an indelible mark on the psyche of the people, and thus, the culture. As people are pushed to the brink of intolerance through oppressive measures,
POETRY / Magic boys and girls of Bangladesh
Magic boys and girls of Bangladesh, I love you.
POETRY / All hail July
The July wind brought in the scent of new beginnings
#Perspective / Students vs society: Why our kids need more than just grades
I’m not here to take sides, but I want to ask: Why are we so quick to question the students when reports started coming in of some crossing the line?
#Perspective / Non-resident Bangladeshi voices in the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement
Bangladesh has recently witnessed extraordinary times. In July 2024, what began as a student movement demanding a restructuring of the government job quota system escalated into a countrywide mass movement for equality, justice, and democratic freedom.
Opinion / The darkest hour
With his outstretched arms, with his head held high, with his simple yet impenetrable courage Abu Sayed changed everything
#Perspective / Shawarma and solidarity: How Dhaka’s restaurants supported student heroes
Bangladesh’s recent student protests sparked a transformative shift, with youth taking on roles as impromptu traffic controllers in Dhaka, showcasing resilience and unity. Hotels and restaurants, like Beirut in Banani, supported students by providing free meals, symbolizing solidarity. This act of kindness boosted morale and highlighted the power of community support.
The price of protest: Mental health and trust at stake
The recent escalation of violence during the quota reform protests has not only raised serious concerns about law enforcement and student safety, but has also cast a long shadow over the mental health of the students involved.
Quota Reform Protests: Students share what happened at ULAB on July 17
On July 17, at least five students were injured during attacks by leaders and members of BCL in front of the ULAB campus.
History shows suppressing students yields nothing: Mehazabien
As chaos unleashes all over Bangladesh amid the "complete shutdown" announced by quota reform protesters for today, the more popular celebrities are finally voicing their concerns through social media and requesting the safety of students.
What is a protest?
If you are smart, you will see that we are in the midst of a historic moment where history is repeating itself. It's a time when university students are ready to sacrifice their lives for their birthrights. The irony is that without a date, you could be reading about the Language Movement or the current nationwide Quota Reform protests, watching them unfold from the comfort of your living room.
Stay calm and call: Essential ambulance numbers for medical emergencies
In times of medical emergencies, prompt access to ambulance services can mean the difference between life and death. Knowing the right numbers to call can ensure timely medical intervention.
BRAC University students request urgent medical assistance at campus
Several hundred BRAC University (BRACU) students are stuck inside their campus, and many of them are currently in need of urgent medical assistance.
Show of support for Quota Reform Movement from Hungary
A group of Bangladeshis, alongside a few locals, in Budapest, Hungary, came together to show their support for the Quota Reform Movement.
Your comments on leaving the country are not welcome here
It is the task— the responsibility, even— of anyone with a semblance of power to uphold the rights of those without. So when crisis befalls, why do we suggest escape to those who cannot?
‘No one can take away the freedom to speak’
Daud Kim, a South Korean Muslim YouTuber, has been showing unwavering support for the Bangladeshi students on his social media platforms.
Who’ll take responsibility for the lives lost: Chanchal
Today, Chanchal Chowdhury has finally chosen to voice his concerns on the escalating violence across the country.