Sunday, 13 Apr, 2025

Education

DU forms committee to investigate recruitment irregularities

The authorities of Dhaka University have formed a five-member committee to investigate any irregularities, corruption, or nepotism in the recruitment of teachers from 2009 to 2024. The committee, led by Dr. Tajmeri S. A. Islam, a retired professor of the Chemistry Department and

DU plans re-exam for ‘GA’ unit MCQ part

The authorities of Dhaka University have expressed interest in conducting a new Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) test for the ‘GA’ unit admissions, following a High Court stay on the release of the exam results. Lawyer Shishir Monir on Sunday (April 13) confirmed this

Fire burns ‘Face of Fascism’ and ‘Dove of Peace’ motifs at DU

Two symbolic motifs prepared for the Bengali New Year celebrations at the Faculty of Fine Arts in Dhaka University were damaged in a fire early Saturday morning (April 12). One of the installations depicted the face of fascism, which was completely destroyed, while the other—a

SSC, equivalent exams begin across Bangladesh

The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations for 2025 commenced across Bangladesh today (April 10), starting at 10:00 am. A total of 1,490,142 students are sitting for the exams under nine general education boards, taking place in 2,291 centres across 18,084

DU celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr with colorful rally

A vibrant and decorated rally was brought out on the Dhaka University (DU) campus today to mark the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the greatest religious festivals of Muslims. DU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan led the rally, accompanied by Pro Vice-Chancellor

Umama Fatema 'personally' rejects US award

Umama Fatema, a key organiser of the anti-dictatorship Hasina movement and spokesperson for the anti-discrimination student movement, has personally rejected a prestigious award announced by the US State Department. According to the department, the Madeleine Albright Honorary Group

Govt to reintroduce midday meals in primary schools

The government will restart the midday meal program in April, benefiting 31.30 lakh students in 20,000 poverty-prone primary schools. The three-year project, costing Tk 5,452 crore, aims to improve nutrition and reduce dropouts. Students will receive milk, eggs, bread, and seasonal

Seminar at NSU Highlights Industry-Academia Collaboration for Management Skills Development

A seminar titled "Collaborate to Innovate: Bridging Academia with Industry – Seminar on the Development of Management Skills" was held at Syndicate Hall, North South University (NSU) Dhaka, March 17, 2025, bringing together distinguished academics and industry

DU White Panel demands arrest of Zeenat for anti-uprising stance

Pro-BNP and pro-Jamaat teachers at Dhaka University have demanded the arrest of Sociology Professor Dr. Zeenat Huda for her alleged role in encouraging state-backed violence during last year’s uprising. In a statement on Sunday, the "White Panel" teachers condemned Dr.

DU expels 128 students for violence during July protest

Dhaka University has temporarily expelled 128 students in connection to violent incidents on campus during the anti-discrimination movement between July 15 and August 5. The decision was made at an urgent meeting of the university’s Syndicate on Monday (March 17). The meeting

‘Dhaka Central University’ to have interim administrator

‘Dhaka Central University,’ formed from the seven colleges will have an interim administrator for overseeing its operations. A principal from one of the seven colleges will be assigned this responsibility. Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, Deputy Press Secretary to the Chief

‘Dhaka Central University’ formed from seven colleges

The government has formed new university by seven colleges, and officially named ‘Dhaka Central University.’ This decision was finalised in a meeting of the University Grants Commission (UGC) on Sunday (March 16). A 32-member student delegation participated in the

IUB’s Nayeem and Raisa win business case competition at University of Barishal

Nayeem Ahmed and Raisa Nawar, students of Marketing at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), have won the business case competition “Battle of Stage 2.0”, organized by the Barishal University Business Club (BUBC). The final round was held on February 26, at the University

CU ‘B’ Unit admission test results published, 80% fail

Chittagong University (CU) has published the admission test results for the ‘B’ Unit of the 2024-25 academic session, with a pass rate of 20 percent. The results were announced on Sunday (March 16) at 2 PM through the university’s verified Facebook page and website.

DU announces one-day closure in honour of Arefin Siddique

Dhaka University has announced a one-day closure tomorrow to honor former Vice-Chancellor Professor AAMS Arefin Siddique, who passed away on Thursday.  The closure follows the university's tradition of paying respect to former leaders and faculty members. An official

Cademy, Zero Degree Foundation organize social welfare initiative

Cademy, in collaboration with the Zero Degree Foundation, organized a social welfare initiative to support underprivileged communities.  Students of O and A Levels participated in distributing meals to over 200 destitute people.  The event took place at Laxmibazar, Jurain

IIBA, Bangladesh forms New Body

The 4th AGM of International Institute of Business Analysis was held on Saturday at the Grace 21 Smart Hotel, Nukunja, Dhaka.  Mr. Kazi Saiful Haque, President, IIBA, Bangladesh presided over the AGM. Members of International Institute of Bangladesh elected the new Board for

IUB faculty, students call for accelerated action to end violence against women

Faculty members and students from Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) staged a demonstration on March 9 in Dhaka’s Bashundhara Residential Area, condemning the recent spree of violence against women across the country.  The protest took place in the wake of

IUB faculty, students call for accelerated action to end violence against women

Faculty members and students from Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) staged a demonstration on March 9, 2025 in Dhaka’s Bashundhara Residential Area, condemning the recent spree of violence against women across the country.  The protest took place in the wake of

IUB’s Asif, Alif to go Elon Musk’s Not-A-Boring Competition finals in USA

Two undergraduate students from the School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) have created history by reaching the finals of the “Not-A-Boring Competition”, an annual engineering contest organized by The Boring Company, the