Opinion / The cost of our obsession with meritocracy
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As AI cheating grows, US universities lose faith in detectors
6 October 2026
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Comilla University seeks stronger security measures after Oprotim’s killing
5 October 2026
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Who are the Chhatra Dal leaders identified in Rajshahi University attack footage?
5 October 2026
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Video shows those behind attack on RU journalists and students, yet case names no suspects
5 October 2026
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Campus
Teachers’ Day / To the teachers who build us
5 October 2026
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Campus
Protests at Rajshahi University over attack on journalists
5 October 2026
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Campus
JCD forms probe body over attack on journalists, students at RU
5 October 2026
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We will balance politics and education
Abu Shadik Kayem, vice-president (VP) candidate from the Islami Chhatra Shibir-backed panel in the upcoming Ducsu election, says he wants to transform Dhaka University from what he calls a “political institution” into an academic one by bringing a balance between education and politics.
31 August 2025
BAU students confine VC, 200 teachers demanding single combined degree
Students of the Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Faculty of Animal Husbandry locked the teachers inside the Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin Auditorium around 1:00pm
31 August 2025
Attack on CU students: Alumni in Dhaka demand justice
Seek resignation of university administration for ‘failure to act’
31 August 2025
DU teachers express concern over 'attacks on freedom of expression'
The rally was held under the banner of University Teachers' Network
31 August 2025
Fresh clash erupts between CU students, locals
Both sides were seen hurling brickbats and wielding sticks during the confrontation, turning the area into a battlefield
31 August 2025
Ducsu polls: BGCS pledges to end ‘gono rooms’ at dormitories
The Boishommo Birodhi Shikkharthi Sangsad panel, of Bangladesh Gonotantrik Chhatra Sangsad (BGCS), yesterday announced its manifesto for the upcoming Ducsu election, vowing to transform Dhaka University into a research-based institution and to prioritise political freedom on campus.
30 August 2025
Green lifestyle: A missing catalyst for personal and business success of new entrepreneurs
Adopting a green lifestyle can help a new entrepreneur launch their business and secure long-term business success.
30 August 2025
Jucsu polls: 60% of all seats vacant or uncontested
The upcoming Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (Jucsu) and hall union elections have drawn 622 candidates for 340 posts.
30 August 2025
I’m running to resist anti-state forces
Anamul Hasan Onoy, general secretary (GS) candidate from the “Aparajeyo 71–Odommo 24” panel in the upcoming Ducsu election, said he is contesting the polls to resist anti-state and anti-liberation forces.
30 August 2025
Students’ union elections: Want to free Ducsu from political interference
Shameem Hossen, an independent candidate for the vice-president (VP) post, said he has entered the Ducsu election race to transform it into a platform for students, free from the control and interference of political parties.
30 August 2025
BRAC University Hosts “Ek Khaale: Once Upon A Time” photo exhibition
BRAC University hosted a 10-day photo exhibition titled “Ek Khaale: Once Upon a Time”, featuring the work of Greg Constantine, a Canadian-American documentary photographer.
30 August 2025
Students’ union elections: Meghmallar pledges to end disparity
Meghmallar Basu, general secretary candidate from the Protirodh Porshod panel in the upcoming Ducsu election, said he will remain vocal against injustices and for the rights of students, regardless of the election result.
29 August 2025
Students’ union elections: Umama eyes major academic reforms
If elected Vice-President (VP) of Ducsu, independent candidate Umama Fatema from the Independent Student Unity Panel has pledged to prioritise major academic reforms.
29 August 2025
‘Want to build modern, safe, liveable campus’
The Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal-backed panel has announced its manifesto for the Ducsu election, consisting of 10 key commitments and 65 specific pledges.
28 August 2025
Students’ union Elections: Transport, safety to shape non-resident votes in Ducsu polls
Non-residential students of Dhaka University are likely to play a significant role in the upcoming central student union polls, as they make up a significant portion of the electorate.
28 August 2025
Sadi, Boishakhi to lead JCD panel in Jucsu polls
Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal yesterday nominated Sheikh Sadi Hasan as vice-president candidate and Tanzila Hossain Boishakhi as general secretary candidate for the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union election, scheduled for September 11.
28 August 2025
Sadi pledges to tackle students’ problems
Al Sadi Bhuiyan, a candidate for general secretary from the Independent Student Unity panel in the upcoming Ducsu election, said his candidacy is driven by a sense of responsibility toward Dhaka University and its students.
28 August 2025
Engineering students: Protests on amid campus shutdowns
Buet postpones exams scheduled to be held from August 30 to September 18
28 August 2025
Students’ union Elections: Cucsu polls set for Oct 12 after 35 years
Chittagong University authorities yesterday announced the election schedule for the Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (Cucsu) and hall councils, marking the first such polls in 35 years.
28 August 2025
Army assistance may be sought to ensure security: Ducsu polls CRO
Army has clarified it did not receive any directive from govt to be involved in student union elections
28 August 2025