It was around 8:50 am, when a student called up Dr Enam and told him about Rana Plaza, a building housing garment factories, collapsing. “I told him to come back to the college right away; I needed everyone to be…
Ever wondered who created toothpaste or introduced three course meals? Why fashion houses design according to the seasons? Do you prefer separate classical music tuned for each 24 hour of the day? Does the guitar tear you heart? Ever wondered…
After seven days of sailing through the Indian Ocean, we finally reach Mauritius. Mauritius was the port, where we stayed the shortest. Our stay in Mauritius was only for 12 hours. As we approached Port Louis, the view it offered…
Music is something that soothes the soul and touches the heart. In 1971, Bangladesh was struggling to gain its independence from Pakistan. During this crucial period in our history, one thing motivated our soldiers the most. As water quenches the…
Dhaka dwellers live by some unwritten codes. They certainly give us a sense of security in a reasonably hostile environment. “Don’t talk to strangers” and “Don’t eat from unknown men” are not only doctrines mothers teach their kids, but they…
One of my cousins came over to our house after finishing his final exams to stay over and spend some time with us. He used to study in the fourth grade at the time and was very naughty. He played…
I started my schooling in Silver Bells Kindergarten and Girl’s high school. Although after kindergarten was over, I moved to Chittagong Government Girl’s High School. I used to love studying in that school. The atmosphere and environment were brilliant. Starting…
On a cool breezy evening, getting out of the university can feel like heaven. The strong wind can put you at ease and make the exit feel worthwhile. At a time like this, nothing seems more perfect than a soothing…
In the history of Bangladesh, the involvement of the youth has been the greatest when it comes down to helping others in times of need. While some are physically present to help the victims of a disaster, other are there…
A award called the Foundation Diploma was launched by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). The Foundation Diploma provides essential knowledge and skills for those students without relevant training, and a clear entry route onto ACCA’s main accountancy qualification…
The garments factory tragedies of Bangladesh have become regular. Ever since the year 2000, around 11 incidents have taken place. In the recent incident of the collapse of Rana Plaza in Savar, more than 500 people have died which has…
Last week’s spotlight titled ‘The Youth and Savar: It’s Time to Bring a Change’ was a well written spotlight. The writer has focused on a number of issues like disaster management and how to cope with post-disaster effects. The youth…
Leading University Social Services Club (LUSSC), Sylhet made monetary donations of medical expenses and for rehabilitation of wounded victims of Savar tragedy on May 1, 2013. A team of 7 members led by the Advisor of LUSSC and Assistant Professor…
International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) at the Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) successfully completed its fourteenth short course on Monitoring and Evaluation for Community Based Adaptation where 42 participants attended form 16 countries around the world. Short course…
A seminar on ‘Vaccination to Prevent and Protect’ was held at Microbiology Gallery of Veterinary Faculty of Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) marking the ‘World Veterinary Day-2013′ on April 27, 2013. The day was observed by BAU Veterinary Faculty and Bangladesh…
LEEMON SINGER What’s Playing? 1. EASY- NORAH JONES 2. DOWN ON LOVE- SARAH BLASKO 3. FREE FALLING- MICHAEL MCGOLDRICK 4. PICKING ORANGES- LEDRA CHAPMAN 5. LUCKY- JASON MRAZ 6. DHADHA- SRABONTI NARMEEN ALI 7. KE DILO GHUM BHANGAYE- S D…
After every tragedy we usually hear that there is no modern machinery and no experienced rescue team. Governmental organisation passes liability to others. Bangladesh is a largely populated country with unemployment problems. We feel sorry for the tragedies that take…
Alas! Mother Bangladesh is crying with the extreme pain and anguish that we inflicted upon her. Every part of her is bleeding. We are successfully marching towards failure. The Tazreen tragedy is superseded by the Savar incident. Thousands are killed…
Jahangirnagar University organised ‘The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Confer Ceremony’ on the University campus at Senate Building recently. A total of about 100 participants received the bronze and silver award for their achievements in self development skills. Vice Chancellor Professor…
North South University Social Services Club organised their regular social event Blood Donation Drive 2013 inside the campus in association with Quantum Foundation. It was a four day campaign which started on March 31 and ended on April 3, 2013.…
Students of Pledge Harbor School and Sports Academy (PHSA) played a friendly match against Global Indian International School in Kualalampur earlier this April, 2013. Syed Ashraful Haq, the Chief Executive Officer of Asian Cricket Council, Aminul Islam Bulbul, Development Officer…
Celebrated English social reformer and statistician, and the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale was born on May 12, 1820 (today she would have turned 193 years old!) into a rich, upper-class, well-connected British family at the Villa Colombaia, near…
