quota reform protest 2024

Why did Abdullah have to die?

How many of those injured during the July-August uprising, like Abdullah, are still fighting for their lives?

Govt publishes preliminary list of those killed in July-August protests

The interim government today published a preliminary list of the people who died during the student-led mass protests in July and August.

We must turn back from further violence

Bangladesh is heading down an extremely dangerous path

Farin regrets staying silent on quota reform movement

As artistes across the nation speak out against ongoing violence and aggression towards the quota reform protesters, actress Tasnia Farin has taken to social media to express regret for her silence. Yesterday, in a heartfelt Facebook post, Farin apologised to protesters for not raising her voice earlier, admitting that fear had kept her quiet.

Violence against students: A tribute to our little John Hampdens

Students who were shot dead and injured were simply exercising their democratic rights and posed no threat to anybody.

Valiant voices against brute force: The fearless upstarts of Bangla rap

It’s incredible how the same slogans, songs, anthems, and the spirit of Bengali nationalism and the Liberation War of 1971 are being echoed both on the streets and in assemblies, but this time with supporting views on the ongoing quota reform movement that has gripped the nation for the past month. Bengal has always been a land where political resurgence has stood on the stronghold of its culture.

Quota protests / Brushes and banners: Creative community leads rainy revolt in Dhaka

Under the platform titled “Artistes Against Genocide and Oppression”, a diverse group comprising visual artistes, photographers, performance artistes, musicians, poets, writers, researchers, architects, and art organisers, organised this rally of resistance. Their gathering was a response to the recent turmoil surrounding the quota reform protests, which have led to wholesale arrests and indiscriminate killings.

Govt needs to change its way of thinking: Mamunur Rashid

Ekushey Padak-winning artiste Mamunur Rashid is a prominent figure in the theatre arena of Bangladesh. He has always stood by the people during any democratic movement in the country. In an interview with The Daily Star, he shared his views on the ongoing situation in the country.

Jaya Ahsan finally addresses the quota reform movement

Nearly everyone has voiced their opinions in this climate of division, symbolised by red and black. Yet, one prominent figure, acclaimed Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan, remained notably silent.

November 22, 2024
November 22, 2024

Why did Abdullah have to die?

How many of those injured during the July-August uprising, like Abdullah, are still fighting for their lives?

October 6, 2024
October 6, 2024

Govt publishes preliminary list of those killed in July-August protests

The interim government today published a preliminary list of the people who died during the student-led mass protests in July and August.

August 4, 2024
August 4, 2024

We must turn back from further violence

Bangladesh is heading down an extremely dangerous path

August 4, 2024
August 4, 2024

Farin regrets staying silent on quota reform movement

As artistes across the nation speak out against ongoing violence and aggression towards the quota reform protesters, actress Tasnia Farin has taken to social media to express regret for her silence. Yesterday, in a heartfelt Facebook post, Farin apologised to protesters for not raising her voice earlier, admitting that fear had kept her quiet.

August 4, 2024
August 4, 2024

Violence against students: A tribute to our little John Hampdens

Students who were shot dead and injured were simply exercising their democratic rights and posed no threat to anybody.

August 3, 2024
August 3, 2024

Valiant voices against brute force: The fearless upstarts of Bangla rap

It’s incredible how the same slogans, songs, anthems, and the spirit of Bengali nationalism and the Liberation War of 1971 are being echoed both on the streets and in assemblies, but this time with supporting views on the ongoing quota reform movement that has gripped the nation for the past month. Bengal has always been a land where political resurgence has stood on the stronghold of its culture.

August 2, 2024
August 2, 2024

Brushes and banners: Creative community leads rainy revolt in Dhaka

Under the platform titled “Artistes Against Genocide and Oppression”, a diverse group comprising visual artistes, photographers, performance artistes, musicians, poets, writers, researchers, architects, and art organisers, organised this rally of resistance. Their gathering was a response to the recent turmoil surrounding the quota reform protests, which have led to wholesale arrests and indiscriminate killings.

August 2, 2024
August 2, 2024

Govt needs to change its way of thinking: Mamunur Rashid

Ekushey Padak-winning artiste Mamunur Rashid is a prominent figure in the theatre arena of Bangladesh. He has always stood by the people during any democratic movement in the country. In an interview with The Daily Star, he shared his views on the ongoing situation in the country.

August 2, 2024
August 2, 2024

Jaya Ahsan finally addresses the quota reform movement

Nearly everyone has voiced their opinions in this climate of division, symbolised by red and black. Yet, one prominent figure, acclaimed Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan, remained notably silent.

August 1, 2024
August 1, 2024

Artistes unite to protest violence against Bangladesh Television

This morning, a group of prominent figures from various cultural fields gathered on the Bangladesh Television premises to denounce the violent incident targeting the station. They held banners, festoons, and placards with various slogans.