Diplomats of foreign missions in Bangladesh yesterday attended The Daily Star’s exhibition to pay tribute to the brave hearts of the July uprising.

How political cartoons in Bangladesh overcame censorship post July uprising.

Harmony, reform, remembrance, and justice were the key demands of those who took to the streets and the families of those who laid down their lives during the July uprising.

Disturbing trend points to systemic corruption and extortion

Reaching the 3rd level of Bengal Shilpalay, the first art piece greeting me in the lift lobby with its unique appearance was "Ria Moni", a tower constructed with children's toys. Created by Afsana Sharmin, this sculpture is a memorial for the six-year-old Riya Gope, who was shot dead on her apartment's rooftop during the Student Against Discrimination (SAD) Movement, leaving her family devastated. An intimidating installation with bamboo, sharp objects, water lilies, and severed doll parts is her way of visualising the movement. 

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

These two crimes wreaked havoc in the lives of innocent people of our country during the Hasina regime.

It’s time we started walking away from exclusionary politics and towards inclusivity.

He announced plans to demand the extradition of deposed dictator Sheikh Hasina from India

Female activists of the July uprising fight for recognition

Intellectuals, academics, journalists, and human rights defenders often did not challenge the government effectually enough.

The shift in the youth’s mindset—transforming from passive acceptance of their oppression to becoming active agents of change—is striking.

Behind this essential aspect of filmmaking are the lighting technicians, whose efforts often go unnoticed. In Bangladesh, however, these technicians face an uncertain future, as the industry battles deep financial challenges.

With the departure of an autocrat and the period of semi-expected-still-frightening chaos after, comes the period when we have to sit down to think of what comes ahead, know what we must not do, and get some direction on how we are supposed to go on. In light of this, the following articles and/or chapters have been curated for perspectives that might be needed in this unprecedented situation we’ve found ourselves in.

To prevent a return to authoritarianism or fascism, strengthening democratic processes is crucial.

The mutilation done to the nation would require more than run of the mill actions or traditional approach.

The trials to prosecute those responsible for upholding and promoting a fascist regime must meet international standards of transparency.

Dr Worthy and Dr Mitheen not only opened their doors to the wounded but also converted the garage of their building on Satmasjid Road into a makeshift clinic.

Reckless and unsubstantiated use of murder charges will only make a farce of the law, not bring justice to those who deserve it.

If the country is to rebuild itself, it must establish a national identity that unites its citizens and secures the future of the state.