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In an era where music is often consumed in fragments and fleeting trends, Cinebuzz Music arrives with a quieter, more intentional promise: to return storytelling to the heart of sound. Officially launching from London, United Kingdom, Cinebuzz Music is a new creative platform dedicated to cinematic storytelling through music. Guided by the philosophy “Stories in … Read more
The defining choices of 2025 Bangladesh in 2025 is a country at a moment of quiet but fundamental reckoning. In the last decade, it has enjoyed impressive economic growth, ambitious infrastructure projects, and an increasingly visible international spotlight. But behind those successes seethes an increasing feeling that the nation is teetering on a precipice, and … Read more
Why the seasons we know may vanish within a generation Now Bangladesh may be on the cusp of transitioning to a new climatic phase, one in which winter is less a season than a memory. Meteorologists caution that the country’s familiar order of six clearly defined seasons is vanishing, giving way to longer and deadlier … Read more
A Nation Fighting for Breath and Future In the global climate narrative, Bangladesh is often referred to as a “vulnerable nation.” To those who reside in this place, however, the term is not a philosophical abstraction; it is a vicious, everyday reality. This is a country on the “battlefield,” assaulted by a deadly attacker it … Read more
A PBI report has found that the landmark rape cases investigated in the past 8 years were all ‘insubstantiated’, according to a recent case study. But as the case files and expert testimony reveal, “unproven” is not always synonymous with false.” A Case that Speaks Volumes In a heart-wrenching incident, Dhaka saw a case in … Read more
On Sunday, August 17, 2025, the Genesis Cinema in London became the stage for an evening of reflection and emotion as Cinebuzz Films premiered Briddhashram, a poignant short film directed by Sham Islam and produced by Jyotsna Islam. The anticipation was evident as doors opened at 2:30 p.m. Audiences poured in, quickly filling every seat, … Read more
The twin challenges for Bangladesh’s upcoming election As Bangladesh advances towards the 13th parliamentary election, focus is thickened on the Election Commission’s confidence and its preparation to meet the tough times. Addressing a disclosure meeting at the Khulna regional election office Sunday, the chief election commissioner [CEC], AMM Nasir Uddin, set it out what the … Read more
How the Israel-Iran Conflict Threatens Bangladesh’s Economy In the increasingly intertwined global community, conflicts, no matter how distant, inevitably cause economic ripples thousands of miles away. The recent heightened tension between Israel and Iran through tit-for-tat military attacks, regional proxy wars with an overall threat of war has not only destabilised the Middle East but … Read more
National Citizen Party (NCP) is a newly formed political party of Bangladesh which was launched on February 28, 2025. Fresh off three decades of dust and clamour from the people-led protests which helped to overthrow the rule of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from power in August 2024, the NCP aims to inject new meaning in the … Read more
Bangladeshi students at the forefront of protests that ousted Sheikh Hasina as prime minister last year launched a political party on Friday to contest elections likely to be held by the end of the year. The launch of ‘Jatiya Nagorik Party’ (National Citizens’ Party), opens a new chapter in the turbulent politics of the South … Read more
Formerly Economic Secretary to the Treasury Tulip Siddiq, the erstwhile Economic Secretary to the Treasure and former City Minister, was forced to resign as a minister on the 14th of January in 2025 due to her close familial associations and financial holdings regarding her aunt, Sheikh Hasina who had lost power as the Prime Minister … Read more
Challenges and the Path Ahead Bangladesh, a nation with a rich history of resilience and progress, is at a crucial political juncture. The current landscape is characterised by political polarisation, governance challenges, and growing demands for reforms to ensure democratic integrity. As the nation inches closer to key electoral milestones, the need for a cohesive, … Read more
A Complex Reality |My thoughts and opinions| For the last few years, Bangladesh’s democratic credibility has been called into question amid growing concerns of authoritarianism, accusations of election rigging and a clampdown on opposition. The answer to whether democracy has been restored in Bangladesh is not a simple one. The formal structures of democracy, including … Read more
My thoughts and opinions | 9th Sep 2024 Although Bangladesh’s flat and low-lying deltaic landscape, large river systems, and predictable monsoon seasons have made it quite famous, the country also faces severe flooding situations—mostly reoccurring natural disasters. Such repetitive flooding disasters seriously impact millions of people, agriculture, infrastructure, and the economy. Understanding of the causes … Read more
Introduction The UK government is taking dedicated measures to apprehend not just the direct perpetrators of the riots but also individuals who exploited social media to stoke violence. The primary goal is to address immediate safety threats and curb the propagation of animosity and misleading information. Nevertheless, to establish lasting peace and social cohesion, it … Read more
Tulip Siddiq and Rushanara Ali become first Bengali-origin full ministers in the UK The recent appointment of Tulip Siddiq and Rushanara Ali, both of Bengali origin, as full ministers in the United Kingdom government holds enormous historical significance in British politics. Notably, this pivotal moment represents the first time they have achieved such influential positions … Read more
Over the last decade, the British Bangladeshi community has seen a remarkable rise in political influence within the United Kingdom. Five Members of Parliament, one Baroness in the House of Lords, and an impressive count of one hundred and ten cross-party councillors underscore this upward trajectory. Significantly, within this group of councillors, thirteen individuals hold … Read more
22nd Jun’24 The Flood Forecast and Warning Centre of the Bangladesh Water Development Board has projected an improvement in the current flood situation in the low-lying areas of Netrokona, Sylhet, and Sunamganj districts within the next 24 hours. On Friday, June 21, a “UNICEF Country Representative” in Bangladesh expressed “deep concern” about the dire flood … Read more
21st June’24 I would like to share an update with you: the water levels in several rivers in Sylhet have begun to recede since Thursday (20 June) in response to the ongoing flood situation. Over the past few days, the rivers have experienced heavy rainfall and a significant influx of water from upstream. Moreover, today, … Read more
The flood situation in the Sylhet and Mymensingh Divisions in the northeastern part of Bangladesh is expected to continue for 20–24 hours, starting on Thursday, June 20. The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC) predicts an improvement in flood conditions in the low-lying areas of the Manu-Khowai River in Moulvibazar and Habiganj districts. However, all … Read more