Pete Seeger: A protester against war
Amid the global wars of the 20th century, one of the most vocal voices against them was American folk music legend Pete Seeger. A passionate singer devoted to folk music, Pete was a tireless advocate for peace.
Shahadat Hossen Towhid
Editorial Assistant
Shahadat Hossen Towhid: Editorial Assistant
Protests erupt over demolition of poet Rafiq Azad's Dhanmondi residence
The house located at 139/4A, Road No. 1 in Dhanmondi (western side) is situated on approximately 5 kathas of land. According to sources, the one-story house was temporarily allotted in the name of poet Dilara Hafiz by the ‘Estate Office’ in 1988. At the time, Dilara Hafiz was serving as a lecturer at Eden College.
Soumitra Dev: Demise of timely voice of protest
a shadow of sorrow fell over social media, especially Facebook, as news spread of the poet’s passing at a hospital in Khilgaon on Tuesday morning (April 15). Poet's admirers, writers, and journalists expressed their grief over his death. His friends described the loss as 'sudden' and 'unreliable', flooding the online space with messages of mourning. Many wrote: "A clear-spoken, protest-oriented voice of his time."
What kind of protest is looting?
There is no doubt that the occupying Israel is carrying out the greatest massacre of the century in Gaza. A completely planned genocide. The Israeli aggression is no longer limited to occupation; it is a well-planned blueprint to completely annihilate the Palestinians. Gaza is now a huge mass grave. One after another family is buried under the rubble.
Liberation War: The murder of Saint Sudharam and his twenty devotees
Sri Sri Sudharam Baba was a Hindu ascetic. While he was quite known among the people of Old Dhaka, he also had countless devotees and disciples throughout the country. Despite being a Hindu saint, he was respected by Muslims as well. Although there are no books dedicated to him, many stories about him are passed on through local traditions.
Book fair ends with no specific info on sales figure
The Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2025 has concluded amid concerns over low customer turnout and various uncertainties. Traditionally, on the last day of the fair, Bangla Academy announces the total sales amount, but this year, no such data has been released, raising numerous questions and uncertainties.