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JCD ends Shahbagh blockade without breakthrough

Niemur Rahman Emon

After four days of relentless protests and a blockade at Shahbagh, leaders and activists of Jatiyotabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) have finally withdrawn from the intersection, accusing authorities of failing to ensure trial for the brutal murder of Dhaka University (DU) student and JCD leader Shahriar Alam Shammo. The demonstration, marked by black flags, fiery slogans and ...

How does AL remain vocal despite official ban gazette?

Niemur Rahman Emon

Despite official ban through government gazette, allegedly 'fascist party' Awami League (AL) continues online campaigning and public protests, exposing apparent lack of enforcement mechanism.Home Affairs Ministry officials unable to clarify implementation responsibilities whilst regulatory authorities dodge accountability questions in apparent communication breakdown between key government departments.Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, now in exile, plans live ...

FB Poll on Shammo Murder At DU

97pc want justice, ouster of outsiders

Niemur Rahman Emon

A tide of outrage has swept across the Dhaka University (DU) campus following the brutal murder of Shahriar Alam Shammo, a student of the Institute of Education and Research (IER). In a viral Facebook poll, 3,350 students-an overwhelming 97% of respondents-voiced a singular demand: justice for Shammo and the immediate removal of unauthorised outsiders from ...

97% DU students demand justice, ban on outsiders

Niemur Rahman Emon

Majority of Dhaka University (DU) students are demanding justice following murder of student Shahriar Alam Shammo, according to private Facebook poll that captured 3,350 votes, representing 97% of respondents. Poll reveals strong consensus for campus security reforms and removal of unauthorised visitors, whilst only 2% of voters (72 students) support VC and Proctor's resignations.Some general students ...

DU debuts green ride shuttle cars

Fans call it a game changer

Niemur Rahman Emon

Dhaka University students can now breathe a sigh of relief, getting around the vast campus just became easier, safer and greener.Introduced under an initiative by Green Future Foundation, four electric shuttle cars are now roaming the campus roads from 8:00am to 8:00pm daily. With fares as low as Tk 10 to Tk 20, depending on the ...

DU teachers divided into pro-VC, anti-VC over Shamyo's murder

Niemur Rahman Emon

The Dhaka University (DU) campus has been thrown into controversy and division following the brutal murder of student leader Shahriar Alam Shamyo, with conflicting opinions emerging over Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan's role and response to the tragedy.Tensions erupted after Shamyo, 25, was fatally stabbed late Tuesday night at Suhrawardy Udyan. A master's student ...

DU debuts electric shuttle cars

Niemur Rahman Emon

Dhaka University students can now breathe a sigh of relief, getting around the vast campus just became easier, safer, and greener.Green Future Foundation introduced four electric shuttle cars are now roaming the campus roads from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily. With fares as low as Tk 10 to Tk 20, depending on the route, the ...

Nursing students announce 4-point demand protesting Rajshahi attack

Niemur Rahman Emon

Nursing students across Bangladesh staged torchlit demonstrations Tuesday night, denouncing the recent assault on peers at Rajshahi Nursing College and renewing calls for sweeping reforms in the country's nursing education system.Bangladesh Basic Graduate Student Nurses Association (BBGSNA) organized the protests, which were held simultaneously at nursing college campuses nationwide. Students carried torches and placards as they ...

Paralysed capital sparks outrage over blockade

Niemur Rahman Emon

Commuters across Dhaka faced deep frustration on Saturday as Shahbagh blockade brought traffic to standstill, leaving thousands stranded for hours. Unexpected gridlock sparked widespread public outrage, with many voicing anger at prolonged disruption to daily lives. Blockade, staged by Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP) demanding ban on Awami League, paralysed one of city's key intersections. Office workers, students ...

DU unveils Tk 2,841cr masterplan to be top academic hub

Niemur Rahman Emon

Dhaka University (DU), one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in Bangladesh, is undergoing the largest infrastructural transformation in its 103-year history, with a grand master plan worth TK 2,841.86 crore, aiming to establish itself as the country’s premier center for academic excellence.The “Further Development of the University of Dhaka” masterplan aims to reshape ...