Tension erupts at DU library as assistant proctor tries to slap student

Tension erupted at Dhaka University (DU) Science Library today, on the first day of reopening of libraries, when the assistant proctor attempted to slap a student.
26 September 2021, 07:20 AM

Two professors of IUB get research grants

Two professors of Independent University, Bangladesh have received prestigious research grants, said a press release.
23 September 2021, 18:00 PM

After Reopening: Surveillance planned for public univs

Public universities will contact intelligence agencies to know whether the latter have any information regarding possible “anarchy” and “spread of militant propaganda” on the campuses after the reopening of the institutions.
16 September 2021, 18:00 PM

CU likely to reopen on October 20 if students get first shot of Covid-19 vaccine

The Chittagong University campus is likely to reopen on October 20, subject to inoculation of all students with the first jabs of Covid-19 vaccine.
16 September 2021, 17:19 PM

Meeting on reopening of universities tomorrow

The Education Ministry is set to hold a meeting tomorrow with stakeholders to discuss reopening of universities from October 15, the date earlier set for resuming in-person classes.
13 September 2021, 16:19 PM

Korea govt donates 100 books, multimedia materials to Dhaka University

The Korean government has donated 100 books and multimedia materials on Korea and Korean language to the Korea Corner at the University of Dhaka.
8 September 2021, 12:42 PM

SSC, HSC examinees likely to attend 4 classes each day

Examinees of SSC and HSC are likely to attend four classes of two subjects’ each day when in-person classes resume on September 12, according to Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE).
7 September 2021, 15:21 PM

Dhaka University: Students, teachers to undergo drug test

Dhaka University (DU) authorities have decided that all of its students, teachers and officers shall undergo drug tests, in an effort to identify those who abuse drugs.
1 September 2021, 18:00 PM

Islamic University final exams to be held online

The authorities of Kushtia’s Islamic University (IU) have decided to take the final examinations of honours and masters online.
18 August 2021, 11:07 AM

Iftekhar Haider reappointed IUB treasurer

Khandker Md Iftekhar Haider has been reappointed as the treasurer of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB). 
5 August 2021, 18:00 PM

A university office that keeps missing deadlines

Mohammad Selim (not his real name), a student of economics department at Jahangirnagar University (JU), desperately needed a temporary certificate of his examinations to apply for a scholarship.
25 July 2021, 18:00 PM

EWU holds virtual convocation

The 20th convocation of East West University (EWU) was held virtually yesterday. As representative of the President, Education Minister Dr Dipu Moni conferred degrees among graduates at the programme.
12 July 2021, 18:00 PM

‘No convocation for us’

When students of East West University found that their convocation will be held virtually, they were disappointed.
11 July 2021, 18:00 PM

‘Bangabandhu Chair’ to be established at Delhi University

Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) will establish “Bangabandhu Chair” at the University of Delhi to honour Father of the Nation of Bangladesh and the 50th anniversary of the country’s Liberation War and Indo-Bangla diplomatic relations.
10 July 2021, 18:00 PM

BRAC University pledges to nurture future leaders

“The Daily Star Campus Stars” is a show that highlights promising young individuals who have excelled in their academics and extracurricular activities, alongside securing success in their professional paths. The fifth episode of the show took place on June 22, 2021, featuring panellists from BRAC University.
8 July 2021, 18:50 PM

Dr Humayun Akhter new VC of Open University

Former professor of Dhaka University’s geology department Dr Humayun Akhter has been appointed the vice-chancellor of Bangladesh Open University for the next four years.
8 July 2021, 18:00 PM

DU waives students’ dorm, transport fees until university opens

Authorities of Dhaka University have decided to waive students’ dormitory and transport fees as the university has been closed since March 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
2 July 2021, 11:08 AM

The conception and birth of Dhaka University

Dhaka University (DU), the oldest public university in Bangladesh, started its journey on July 1, 1921. This year marks the centenary of the institution. DU was started after many obstacles and conspiracies; the story behind its establishment comes from the efforts and sacrifices of many selfless heroes.
1 July 2021, 18:00 PM

Inspirations behind joining DU

The University of Dhaka, better known as Dhaka University (DU), played a pivotal role in creating many intellectual minds and charismatic leaders of our country, giving rise to monumental student movements that led to the independence of Bangladesh.
1 July 2021, 18:00 PM

Probir Kumar Sarkar made acting registrar of DU

Dhaka University Vice Chancellor’s secretary (Deputy Registrar) Probir Kumar Sarkar has been appointed acting registrar of the university.
29 June 2021, 15:16 PM