Dhaka University (DU)

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DU’s recruitment process seems frozen in time, bogged down by outdated practices that stifle progress.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

'Not just quota, whole country needs reform'

Sports stars have started voicing their support for the quota protests and condemning the violence unleashed on the protesters across the country over the last two days.
17 July 2024, 06:56 AM

US News and World Report rankings: DU highest ranked univ in Bangladesh

Dhaka University (DU) was the highest-ranked university in Bangladesh, according to the 2024-2025 Best Global Universities Rankings by US News and World Report
3 July 2024, 07:54 AM

5 popular eateries in and around DU campus

On July 1, 2024, Dhaka University celebrated its 103rd anniversary. University life is an experience in itself. Besides the education and the bonds of friendship people share, a notable aspect that shines in every person’s heart is campus food.
1 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Mama Hotel: A staple for DU students

It all started at the hands of one Kasim Uddin, who used to sell “khichuri” on a van at the gate of Shahid Sergeant Zahurul Huq Hall in the ‘90s.
30 April 2024, 18:00 PM

South Asia university ranking, 2024: DU ranked 19th, Buet 29th

The 2024 QS Asia University Rankings: Southern Asia includes 280 universities from the Southern Asia region. 
9 November 2023, 10:49 AM

Mind the gap in centralised university admissions

The practical implementation of this method has revealed significant shortcomings.
28 October 2023, 02:00 AM