Dhaka College Science Club (DCSC) organized the ‘Intra Science Festival 2025 & Freshers’ Orientation’, bringing together new and senior students in a lively celebration of creativity and scientific spirit. The event was sponsored by Dhaka College Principal Professor A. K. M. Elias and attended by BUET Professor Dr. Mostafa Akbar as chief guest. Special guests included Professor Ehsan Haque from the University of Rochester, Associate Lecturer Nabi Newaz Khan Shomin from BRAC University, and A. K. M. Rafiqul Alam, Secretary of the Dhaka College Teachers’ Council. The festival featured diverse competitions such as Rubik’s Cube solving, sci-fi writing, photography, gaming, calculus combat, IQ tests with criminal case solving, sudoku races, science olympiad, and event design contests. Winners received awards and certificates. The event venue was filled with enthusiasm and innovation as students showcased their talent and creativity. Principal Elias expressed hopes for an even grander festival in the future to inspire students toward creativity and national contribution.

Students at Dhaka University staged a protest on Saturday evening demanding strict disciplinary action against Professor Dr. Ershad Halim of the Chemistry Department, who was arrested on allegations of sexually harassing male students. The demonstrators gathered in front of the Vice-Chancellor’s office, giving the university administration a 15-minute ultimatum to respond to their demands. The students insisted that the accused professor be permanently dismissed and that the administration publicly clarify what measures have been taken. Dr. Halim was detained from his residence in Shewrapara, Dhaka, on Thursday night following multiple complaints. The protest reflects growing frustration among students over how the university handles sexual misconduct cases, with calls for greater accountability and transparency within the institution’s disciplinary process.

Jahangirnagar University (JU) authorities have announced a ban on all types of events on campus after 10 PM, citing the need to maintain peace, order, and security. The decision was communicated through a press release issued by the university’s Public Relations Office on Saturday, November 15. According to the statement, the restriction follows a resolution adopted in a previous syndicate meeting and will remain in effect until further notice. The university also warned that any event held beyond the permitted time would lead to disciplinary action against the organizers under existing university rules and regulations. Additionally, the notice instructed that sound levels during events must be kept within tolerable limits to avoid disturbance. The move aims to ensure a safe and peaceful environment for students, faculty, and staff on campus.

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) General Secretary Forhad Hossain expressed firm solidarity with the non-MPO teachers demonstrating in front of the National Press Club on Thursday. On the sixth day of their sit-in, he said the teachers’ demands for MPO inclusion are “just and logical,” and called on the government to address them without delay. Teachers participating in the protest warned that they would launch tougher programs if their demands are ignored. Despite being recognized years ago, many educational institutions remain outside the MPO scheme, leaving their teachers and staff deprived of government facilities. Earlier this week, police halted the teachers’ march toward the Jamuna River. Meanwhile, teachers of autistic and special-needs schools continue their own 13-day demonstration at the same venue, demanding recognition, MPO inclusion, disability-friendly facilities, and education stipends.

The Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) has decided to revoke the lifetime membership of Sheikh Hasina, a position granted to her in 2019 during the second general meeting of that year’s elected council. At that time, the Bangladesh Chhatra League, the student wing of the ruling Awami League, had won a sweeping majority in the DUCSU elections, leading to Hasina’s honorary membership.

Now, in a symbolic reversal, the newly elected DUCSU leaders of 2025 have reached a unanimous, policy-level agreement to nullify that decision. DUCSU Assistant General Secretary (AGS) Mohiuddin Khan confirmed the development, stating that just as the 2019 council’s second general meeting had granted Hasina the membership, the 2025 council’s second general meeting would formally cancel it.

According to Mohiuddin, the decision is based on principles of inclusivity and institutional independence, aiming to make DUCSU more representative of students’ voices rather than political affiliations. He added that DUCSU’s ongoing initiatives are divided into two categories—immediate service-based projects and long-term policy reforms—both intended to strengthen student welfare and democratic accountability within the university’s governance.

Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU) in Dhaka has expelled master’s student Dhanishree Roy from all academic activities for one semester and permanently expelled her from her residential hall for allegedly making religiously provocative comments on social media. The university authority issued the order on Thursday (November 6), signed by Registrar Sheikh Rezaul Karim.

According to the notice, Dhanishree Roy, a second-semester master’s student in the Department of Microbiology under the Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, made an “obscene and religiously inflammatory” comment on October 24. Following an investigation, the disciplinary board recommended the punishment, which was implemented immediately.

Reports say the controversy began after Dhanishree commented on the BUET student Sreeshant case, labeling him “mentally unstable” and asserting that his alleged actions could not be attributed to his religion. She further criticized communal reactions, saying moral judgment should be based on mentality, not faith. In another comment, she reportedly called anti-rape activists a “bastard generation,” sparking outrage and protests among students across the campus.

Dhaka University Central Students' Union (DU CUSU) Vice-President Sadik Kayem has accused a group he calls "cultural fascists" of running a hateful smear campaign against student leaders AB Zubair and Sarbamitro Chakma. According to his verified Facebook post on the night of Wednesday, November 5, Kayem said the group opposed DU CUSU's operations while increasingly adopting extremist and violent positions. He alleges the group uses culture and art as tools to spread terror and to dehumanize individuals—portraying them as monsters—in response to recent university actions to clear illegal shops and to crack down on drug trafficking. Kayem warned that this dehumanization echoes past political-era tactics and described it as an attempt to make certain people "killable" by vilifying them publicly. He vowed that the student union will continue to fight against what he called "cultural terrorism" and the misuse of artistic expression to justify intimidation. Kayem further cautioned that if these cultural actors pursue a mission to render opponents homicidal rather than contest politics democratically, they will face consequences similar to historical political backlashes. He stressed that the new Bangladesh has no place for cultural terrorism and urged resistance to any attempts to shelter or legitimize such violent rhetoric. Unequivocally.

The Islamic University (IU) administration has temporarily expelled three students for two semesters following their involvement in the assault of campus journalists. The expelled students — Afsana Parvin Tina, Nahid Hasan, and Riaz Morshed — are all from the Department of Economics, 2020–21 academic session. In addition, nine other students from the same department received formal warnings for their indirect involvement in the incident.

The decision, confirmed through four separate office orders signed by Acting Registrar Prof. Dr. Manjurul Haque on November 5, was based on resolutions adopted at the university’s 271st Syndicate meeting on October 30.

The assault took place on July 12 during an inter-session football match among Economics Department students. When several campus journalists attempted to record a brawl, they were physically attacked, and one journalist’s phone was snatched and later recovered with all data erased. Following the attack, the accused students allegedly tried to cover up the incident by spreading false accusations against the journalists, which were later withdrawn.

University authorities stated that the expulsions aim to maintain discipline on campus and prevent recurrence of such misconduct.

A violent clash erupted last Monday between students of Daffodil International University (DIU) and City University in Savar over a trivial incident, leading to arson, vandalism, and looting. According to DIU authorities, City University students allegedly detained and brutally tortured several Daffodil students.

At a press conference held on Tuesday at DIU’s Smart City Hall, Vice-Chancellor Professor Aminul Islam strongly condemned the violence and announced a six-member investigation committee that will submit a report within seven working days. He demanded immediate justice for the victims and punishment for those responsible.

The clash reportedly began after a minor altercation between two students near Bachelor’s Paradise in Khagan, Savar. The situation escalated rapidly, resulting in Daffodil students attacking City University’s campus later that night, vandalizing multiple offices and setting at least ten vehicles ablaze. The rampage continued until early morning, injuring more than 200 people.

While the area remains under tight police surveillance, residents expressed deep concern about the violence. City University has remained eerily quiet since declaring a four-day closure. Although City University has not released an official statement, it has reportedly demanded Tk 25 crore in damages from Daffodil University.

Rajshahi University’s Department of Mass Communication and Journalism Professor Abdullah Al Mamun has drawn intense criticism following a controversial Facebook post about hijab and personal freedom. On October 27, he shared a photo of newly elected female hall council members wearing hijab and wrote, “I endorse this personal freedom. Tomorrow I’ll go to class wearing three-quarters and carrying a bottle of wine. Wine isn’t a drug! I even have a license to drink! Shibir and journalists, you’re welcome to come!” The post, perceived as mocking religious attire, was deleted soon after, but screenshots quickly went viral. Students gathered at Zoha Square that night, protesting and demanding disciplinary action. The Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (RUCSU) later submitted a five-point memorandum to the vice-chancellor. On October 28, Professor Mamun apologized publicly, saying the post was written in frustration and not meant to insult anyone. Campus tensions and debates continue.

A tragic incident at Rajshahi University has sparked widespread protests after Sociology student Saima Hossain died while swimming in the university pool on Sunday evening (October 26). The Physical Education Department’s acting director, Rokhsana Begum, initially claimed that Saima’s death resulted from a heart attack. However, students rejected this explanation, alleging negligence by the university administration, Physical Education Department, and Medical Center. Tension escalated across the campus as students organized processions and a sit-in in front of the Vice-Chancellor’s residence, demanding a fair investigation and justice for Saima. Protest leaders, including RUCSU Vice President Mostakur Rahman Zahid and General Secretary Salahuddin Ammar, accused the administration of delaying their response and failing to ensure safety and medical preparedness. They called for accountability, safety reforms at the swimming pool, and improvement of emergency healthcare facilities on campus.

A violent clash broke out late Sunday night between students of Daffodil International University and City University in the Khagan area of Ashulia, Savar, following allegations of an attack by City University students on their Daffodil counterparts. The conflict reportedly began after an incident of indecent behavior involving a Daffodil student near a building called “Bachelor Paradise.” The altercation escalated around 9 PM when around fifty City University students allegedly attacked the area with local weapons and bricks. The situation worsened as fires were set on the City University campus, with several vehicles, including buses and a private car, torched. Over fifty students from both universities were injured as crude bombs exploded and chaos spread. Despite the hours-long unrest, witnesses claimed police assistance was delayed. Law enforcement later deployed teams to restore order, and authorities stated that the situation is now under control.

Students of Eden Mohila College have rejected the draft ordinance proposing the establishment of Dhaka Central University combining seven affiliated colleges.

In a written statement, the students accused the University Grants Commission (UGC) and drafting committee members of overstepping their mandate to create a “hybrid model.” They argued that without broad stakeholder participation, the ordinance will not solve existing problems.

They called for a new education commission to develop a practical solution and urged the government to model the proposed university after Oxford University.

Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan has dismissed concerns over the location or number of ballot papers printed for the DUCSU and hall union elections, saying the process cannot compromise electoral integrity.

He explained that ballot preparation involves multiple steps: cutting to precise size, embedding security codes, pre-scanning through OMR machines, and final validation with the signatures of both the Chief Returning Officer and designated polling officers.

According to the VC, a total of 239,244 ballots were printed for the DUCSU polls, while 39,874 voters were registered. Of them, 29,821 cast votes, using 178,926 ballots, with 60,318 left unused.

Dhaka University students have demanded a ban on the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF) and the arrest of Chakma Rani Yan Yan, accusing them of fueling unrest in the Chittagong Hill Tracts. Under the banner of the “Sovereignty Conscious Students’ Alliance,” demonstrators alleged that the group was using a recent rape case to incite violence, target security forces, and spread anti-state slogans.
The students further claimed that Awami League and Indian interests were backing the unrest. They called for immediate government action, including a sweeping army operation to restore peace and safeguard national sovereignty.