Dhaka University (DU)

35 DU researchers among world’s top 2% scientists

Dhaka University has announced that 35 of its faculty members and researchers have been named among the "World's Top 2% Scientists 2025" by Stanford University and Netherlands-based publishing house Elsevier.
22 September 2025, 20:58 PM

DU restricts outsiders in dormitories ahead of Ducsu, hall polls

Chief Returning Officer said in an official notification issued today
2 September 2025, 05:41 AM

Uproar in DU after student issues ‘rape threat’ to Ducsu election candidate

However, DU student Ali Husen, who made the threat on Facebook has since removed his post and issued an apology in the face of criticism
1 September 2025, 20:24 PM

Attempted murder case filed against independent Ducsu VP candidate for ‘attacking roommate’

Jalal Ahmed was expelled from Haji Muhammad Mohsin Hall after the allegation brought against him
27 August 2025, 04:28 AM

DUCSU polls 2025: Democracy’s dress rehearsal?

We can view the holding of DUCSU polls (followed by JUCSU and RUCSU polls in the same month) as a step towards rebuilding democracy from the foundation.
16 August 2025, 10:20 AM

“Ghonoghota” unites all ages through monsoon dance

"Ghonoghota," a monsoon-themed dance production by the Arthy Ahmed Dance Academy, featured adult beginners from diverse backgrounds, performing Rabindranath Tagore’s works. The event celebrated participation over perfection, highlighting the joy of starting anew at any age.
9 August 2025, 11:09 AM

DU’s faculty hiring policy is a relic from the past

DU’s recruitment process seems frozen in time, bogged down by outdated practices that stifle progress.
16 March 2025, 10:30 AM

Separation of seven colleges from DU was long overdue

But the transition must be handled with utmost care and foresight
29 January 2025, 06:00 AM
22 January 2025, 06:45 AM

Hasina's defaced image painted over in DU late at night

Students immediately protested the repainting, demanding proctor's resignation
29 December 2024, 08:54 AM

Post-August 5: DU halls no longer students’ nightmare

Molla Taimur Rahman was enrolled at Dhaka University in 2022 and had  landed himself a seat in Sir AF Rahman Hall as a residential student.
15 December 2024, 18:00 PM

DU students denounce JCD's poster campaign on campus

Removing the posters would undermine the dignity of individuals, says proctor
7 November 2024, 05:50 AM

A new public university in Dhaka makes little sense

We shouldn't rush through such critical decisions
30 October 2024, 15:32 PM

Politics at DU: Old guard to give way to young blood

The rules of Dhaka University stipulate that a student remains a regular one for eight years -- six years for graduation and two for post-graduation degrees.
26 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Dhaka University must reclaim its unutilised land

Resolving accommodation issues, implementing masterplan urgent
8 October 2024, 06:00 AM

Shibir now out into the open at DU

After around three and a half decades, Islami Chhatra Shibir has come out on Dhaka University campus by revealing the identities of its two top leaders, touching off public debate online and offline.
23 September 2024, 22:40 PM
19 September 2024, 07:15 AM

Man beaten to death in DU hall

He was suspected to have stolen students' mobile phones
19 September 2024, 05:56 AM

DU denies granting approval for ‘mass wedding’ at dormitories

Dhaka University (DU) authorities denied giving approval for a proposed "mass wedding" event at its dormitories
17 September 2024, 07:12 AM

A battleground of change: Role of DU in social movements

The pulsating energy of Dhaka University campus works as a catalyst to inspire students and shape their conscience.
6 September 2024, 18:00 PM