Author - Harun Ur Rashid

Decode’s article’s assertion of a “Power Nexus” between Bangladesh’s interim government and two influential Youtubers rests on shaky ground

A recent article published by the digital media outlet Decode, titled “Two YouTubers Orchestrated Mob Violence in Bangladesh From Thousands ...

06 Feb 2026 16:30 PM

Who is really to blame for the New York debacle caused by the Awami goons?

The assault on BNP and NCP leaders in New York by Awami League activists exposes the failures of Bangladesh’s Foreign ...

23 Sep 2025 17:08 PM

The secular icon who wasn’t: A new book recasts Indira Gandhi

Explore Shahid Siddiqui’s searing critique of Indira Gandhi’s politics—unmasking the myth of her secularism and revealing a ruthless pragmatist whose ...

17 Sep 2025 23:40 PM

Sheikh Mujib, Tajuddin are still “freedom fighters” but did the new Ordinance leave a scope of ambiguity?

A controversial ordinance in Bangladesh redefines “freedom fighter” status, sparking backlash over Sheikh Mujib's legacy and national identity. ...

04 Jun 2025 17:10 PM

Nurul Kabir on Shafiqul Alam's role: What’s the real rhetoric behind the rhetorical question?

Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, has become Bangladesh’s most visible—and controversial—government communicator. But is his role ...

21 May 2025 11:30 AM

Bhabesh Chandra wasn’t beaten to death….so who’s spinning the narrative?

The death of Hindu leader Bhabesh Chandra Roy in Dinajpur sparks controversy, media distortion, and diplomatic tension between Bangladesh and ...

22 Apr 2025 00:35 AM

Bangladesh on EU’s ‘Safe Country’ list, prompting fears over asylum access

The European Commission proposes a new EU-wide list of safe countries of origin, including Bangladesh and India, aiming to fast-track ...

18 Apr 2025 14:55 PM

Exploring the evolution of Eid in Dhaka: A historical journey

Explore the rich history of Eid celebrations in Bengal—from the Mughal courts and Nawabi grandeur to colonial transformations and modern ...

30 Mar 2025 13:49 PM

Shafiqul Alam is playing a high-stake game…and it's paying off

Shafiqul Alam, the Press Secretary to the Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s Interim Government, has redefined his role, becoming a key ...

02 Feb 2025 12:51 PM

After Tulip Siddiq, Hasina’s daughter Putul is likely to face the music…

Six months after Sheikh Hasina’s ousting, her daughter Saima Wazed Putul faces allegations of corruption and nepotism over her WHO ...

26 Jan 2025 17:55 PM