The British House of Commons has formally recognized and applauded the recent curriculum reforms and modernization efforts of Bangladesh’s National University (NU), specifically its aggressive shift toward creating a skilled workforce through technical and AI education. The commendation came during a high-profile roundtable discussion at the UK Parliament, organized by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham,...
Barishal University waives all fees for students injured in July unrest
Barishal University (BU) has approved a full waiver of fees for students who were injured during the July–August 2024 unrest, the administration announced on Thursday. The fee relief covers tuition, examination fees, transport charges, department development fees and all hall-related dues for the listed injured students. The decision was formalised in a circular signed by...
Green University Hosts ITD 2025 — International Research, Scopus Plans and Industry Pitch Opportunities
Green University of Bangladesh today opened the fourth international conference “Innovation and Transformation for Development (ITD) 2025”, assembling academics, policymakers and industry experts from countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Malaysia and India to debate sustainable business, law and technology for emerging economies. The two-day conference, hosted at Green University’s permanent campus in...
No postponement, no compromise: JNUSCU panels demand vote on Dec 22 amid accusations of EC bias
Two rival student coalitions at Jagannath University on Thursday delivered an unmistakable ultimatum to the campus election commission: hold the central students’ union JnUCSU election on the scheduled date, 22 December, or face organised resistance. In separate emergency briefings, the Chhatra Shibir–backed “Adommo Jobian Oikko” and the Chhatra Dal–backed “Oikyoboddho Nirbhik Jobian” panels accused the...
“Admission war” begins at DU: IBA test kicks off amid fierce competition
Dhaka University’s 2025–26 undergraduate admission campaign begins today with the Business Administration Institute (IBA) entrance test, setting the stage for a competitive selection across five units through December. The IBA test runs 10:00am–12:00pm; admit cards for candidates have already been published on the university’s admission portal.The university will hold unit-wise exams over the coming weeks:...
DU sets detailed programmes for Shahid Buddhijibi Day and Victory Day
Dhaka University has finalised a tightly scheduled programme to mark Shahid Buddhijibi Day on 14 December and Victory Day on 16 December, combining early-morning memorial rituals, mosque prayers, an academic seminar and evening cultural shows across campus. The plan was approved at a meeting chaired by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Khan, sets exact times,...
Jahangirnagar protest exposes deeper governance problem: Demand trial for teachers accused of backing July attacks and exam irregularities
Students from the National Chhatra Shakti (JU unit) held a protest outside the new administrative building at Jahangirnagar University on Thursday, demanding that teachers alleged to have aided attackers during the July movement and those accused of exam irregularities be immediately prosecuted. The demonstration, organised around 1:30–2:00 pm and moderated by the university unit’s organiser...
From TSC to Diabari? DU delegation evaluates Uttara housing plan amid hall construction and repairs
Dhaka University (DU) has begun actively exploring Uttara’s Diabari area as an alternative residential option for its students while the university advances plans to construct new halls and renovate existing ones. The move responds to the long-running accommodation shortage that has left many students without secure, on-campus residence. A DU press release confirmed that a...
Begum Rokeya University expels three students after rooftop ragging; nine more formally warned
Begum Rokeya University’s administration has taken disciplinary action against students involved in a ragging incident at Bijay 24 Hall on 23 November 2025, suspending three students for varying periods and issuing warnings to nine others. The decision made in the university’s 118th syndicate meeting on 26 November was confirmed by Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Shawkat Ali....








