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Obituary / Stephen D Biggs’s pioneering work in helping small farmers

Stephen was more than a university teacher and researcher.

Khaled Salahuddin, a pioneer of Bangladeshi colour cinema, passes away

Khaled was the key figure behind the color processing of Bangladesh's first color film, Zahir Raihan’s “Sangam” (1964).

TRIBUTE / What is it to be a Professor?

In memory of the late Mike Franklin, 1949-2024

Monali Thakur's mother passes away

Confirming the news, Monali Thakur shared on social media, "The chains have broken... the suffering has finally ended." This loss comes nearly three years after the death of their father, singer and actor Shakti Thakur, during the Covid pandemic.

Dance exponent Dulal Talukdar passes away

The 74-year-old, a distinguished teacher at Bulbul Lalitakala Academy and Harvard School of Dance, succumbed to a cardiac arrest at his residence in the Medford city outskirts on Saturday, May 11.

TRIBUTE / Remembering Haider Akbar Khan Rono: Dreamer of the day

The beloved writer and activist passed away on May 11, 2024

Pioneering rock’n’roll guitarist Duane Eddy dies at 86

His legacy extends beyond his chart-topping success, as he inspired generations of musicians, from George Harrison to Bruce Springsteen, with his signature sound.

Cancer claims life of Paper Rhyme vocalist Ahmed Saad

Three days ago, he suffered a heart attack and was admitted to United Hospital. He had another heart attack on Tuesday morning and was declared deceased by the attending physician that night.

Tributes pour in for late actor Waliul Haq Rumi

Rumi's journey in acting began in 1988 with the play "Kreetodash". During the same year, he made his debut in the showbiz industry with the television drama "Kon Kanoner Phool", which earned him praise for his performance. Alongside television, he has also acted in several movies. In 2009, he debuted his silver screen with the film "Doriaparer Douloti".

March 10, 2025
March 10, 2025

Stephen D Biggs’s pioneering work in helping small farmers

Stephen was more than a university teacher and researcher.

January 19, 2025
January 19, 2025

Khaled Salahuddin, a pioneer of Bangladeshi colour cinema, passes away

Khaled was the key figure behind the color processing of Bangladesh's first color film, Zahir Raihan’s “Sangam” (1964).

July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024

What is it to be a Professor?

In memory of the late Mike Franklin, 1949-2024

May 17, 2024
May 17, 2024

Monali Thakur's mother passes away

Confirming the news, Monali Thakur shared on social media, "The chains have broken... the suffering has finally ended." This loss comes nearly three years after the death of their father, singer and actor Shakti Thakur, during the Covid pandemic.

May 13, 2024
May 13, 2024

Dance exponent Dulal Talukdar passes away

The 74-year-old, a distinguished teacher at Bulbul Lalitakala Academy and Harvard School of Dance, succumbed to a cardiac arrest at his residence in the Medford city outskirts on Saturday, May 11.

May 12, 2024
May 12, 2024

Remembering Haider Akbar Khan Rono: Dreamer of the day

The beloved writer and activist passed away on May 11, 2024

May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024

Pioneering rock’n’roll guitarist Duane Eddy dies at 86

His legacy extends beyond his chart-topping success, as he inspired generations of musicians, from George Harrison to Bruce Springsteen, with his signature sound.

April 24, 2024
April 24, 2024

Cancer claims life of Paper Rhyme vocalist Ahmed Saad

Three days ago, he suffered a heart attack and was admitted to United Hospital. He had another heart attack on Tuesday morning and was declared deceased by the attending physician that night.

April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024

Tributes pour in for late actor Waliul Haq Rumi

Rumi's journey in acting began in 1988 with the play "Kreetodash". During the same year, he made his debut in the showbiz industry with the television drama "Kon Kanoner Phool", which earned him praise for his performance. Alongside television, he has also acted in several movies. In 2009, he debuted his silver screen with the film "Doriaparer Douloti".

March 19, 2024
March 19, 2024

Mohammad Shoaib, a poster artist of the golden era, passes away

A more prominent poster artist of that golden era, 69-year-old Mohammad Shoaib – lovingly known as ‘Ustad Shoaib,’ passed away on Sunday (March 17). It was revealed that even in his last moments, he was painting.