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ULAB to Host National Roundtable on Responsible Research in Humanities
The Department of English and Humanities at ULAB is organizing a national roundtable on "Responsible Research and Publication in the Humanities." The invitation-only discussion will take place at the university's campus in Mohammadpur, Dhaka. The event aims to discuss research quality, integrity, and publication practices among scholars from across Bangladesh.
Students announce continued protest at Sylhet Engineering College until demands are met
Students at Sylhet Engineering College announced they will continue their protests and boycott classes until their demands are met. They demand the college be freed from the Technical Education Department's authority to operate under Shahjalal Science and Technology University or MAUSHI. Students stated that teachers cannot leave campus due to locks.
DU and AFD Discuss Joint Research on Human Rights and Climate Policy
Dhaka University and the French Development Agency (AFD) discussed the possibility of a joint research project concerning human rights and climate policy in Bangladesh. The meeting also covered creating a data collection framework to monitor climate change's impact on human rights regularly. DU will act as the implementing body for this potential project.
Dhaka's State Primary Schools Face Challenges Amid Reform Efforts
Teachers report that Dhaka's state-run primary schools are struggling with poor facilities and staff shortages. Some schools are facing overcrowding or demolition as part of beautification projects. Concerns were raised about the decline of these institutions due to policy failures.
Students march carrying photo of former VC at CUET
Students marched around the university carrying a picture of former Vice-Chancellor Professor Abu Sadat Muhammad Sayem. They chanted slogans demanding his reinstatement as VC. The demonstration followed various protests by students regarding this issue.
Manual Admission Process for Quota Students in Class XI Announced
Colleges have been instructed to manually complete the admission process for students applying under four quotas—disabled, cultural, sports, and expatriate—for the 2026–2027 academic session. The necessary arrangements must be completed within ten working days from the date of the letter's issuance. Students listed must appear at their respective colleges with required documents to complete admission.
GPA-5 achievers receive felicitation at 'Shikho-Prothom Alo GPA-5 Felicitation'
A GPA-5 celebration is being held for students who achieved this in the SSC and equivalent exams. The event, organized by Prothom Alo with support from 'Shikho', is celebrating toppers from Dhaka region over two days. Many notable figures are attending to celebrate the success of nearly 10,000 students on the first day.
Dhaka University to build July Memorial Monument on campus
The University of Dhaka has decided to build a July Memorial Monument on its campus to honor those killed in the 2024 July Uprising. The foundation stone is scheduled to be laid on August 5 as part of the university's second-anniversary observance of the Mass Uprising. The monument will stand on the university grounds in Dhaka.
Bobby Hajjaj outlines primary education reforms at Sylhet workshop
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj spoke in Sylhet on 2026-07-28 at a divisional workshop on a new assessment system. He said the government plans reforms in teaching quality, infrastructure, technology-based learning, teacher training and student assessment. He added that similar workshops will be completed in all divisions by 2026-08-17.
July Memorial to be built on DU campus
The University of Dhaka has decided to build a July Memorial Monument on its campus to remember those killed during the 2024 July Uprising. The university plans to lay the foundation stone on August 5. The monument is part of the university's observance of the second anniversary of the mass uprising.
Government says every school should become fully functional
The Business Standard reported on 2026-07-26 that State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj made the remarks at a daylong training workshop in Sylhet. He said the top priority is to turn every school into a fully functional educational institution and stressed student learning outcomes over infrastructure alone. He also said the government plans to appoint cleaners and night guards at government primary schools by next year.
Primary scholarship results leaked before official publication
The Directorate of Primary Education said results for the class five primary scholarship exam were uploaded early for nine districts in Dhaka Division before the official release on 2026-07-26. The results were later accessed and shared publicly, prompting the directorate to seek action against an official and open a three-member probe. The committee has been asked to submit its report within three working days.
Primary education policy draft to be completed by August 17
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj spoke in Sylhet on 2026-07-26 after a workshop at the PTI auditorium. He said the government is preparing a new policy to improve primary education quality and administrative efficiency, with the first draft expected by 2026-08-17. He added that workshops are being held across the country's eight divisions, starting in Sylhet division.
Sylhet launches workshops for new primary education policy
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj spoke at a workshop at the PTI auditorium in Sylhet on 2026-07-26. He said the government is preparing a new policy to improve primary education quality and administrative efficiency, with the first draft expected by August 17. He added that a series of workshops across the eight divisions will begin with Sylhet division.
New policy being drafted to improve quality of primary education: Bobby
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj said in Sylhet on 2026-07-26 that the government is preparing a new policy to improve primary education quality and administrative efficiency. He said the first draft is expected by 2026-08-17 and that workshops are being held across the eight divisions, starting in Sylhet division. He also said the mid-day meal programme is still in the pilot phase and may expand nationwide from 2027 if successful.
Ariful Haque Choudhury urges students to learn Japanese at Sylhet Agricultural University
Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury addressed an orientation programme at Sylhet Agricultural University on 2026-07-25. He told newly admitted students that they should learn the Japanese language alongside technical education. The remarks were made during the university's orientation for the 2025-2026 academic session.
UGC finalises five-year national action plan
The University Grants Commission moved on 2026-07-24 to finalise a five-year national action plan for higher education. The draft plan covers 2026-2030 and was discussed at a meeting in Dhaka chaired by Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon. It aims to improve employability, research, digital systems, teacher development, and governance.
Prof. Mehedi Hasan appointed DU Social Sciences Faculty acting dean
Dhaka University appointed Prof. Md. Mehedi Hasan Khan as acting dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences on 2026-07-21. The appointment was made by the vice-chancellor under the Dhaka University Order, 1973. He has already taken charge of the post.
HSC, equivalent exams to begin July 2 - Dhaka
The Dhaka Education Board chairman said this year’s Higher Secondary Certificate and equivalent examinations will begin on July 2. The schedule was revised from the original June 7 date after consultations with stakeholders.
HSC exams to go on across country except Chattogram board
The Dhaka Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board said HSC and equivalent exams scheduled for July 13, 15 and 16 would continue outside the Chattogram Board's jurisdiction. The exams under the Chattogram Education Board and related boards in its area were postponed.
Students protest over HSC exam decision in Dhaka
Students blocked roads in Dhaka and other cities to protest the decision to hold HSC examinations during torrential rain and waterlogging. Demonstrations also took place near the Dhaka University area, with protesters demanding the education minister's resignation.
HSC exams in Sylhet division to follow original schedule
Observer Bangladesh reported that HSC and equivalent exams in Sylhet division would be held on the pre-announced schedule after flood conditions improved. The board had previously postponed exams in four districts of the division.
শিক্ষা ব্যবস্থায় সংস্কার ও নৈতিকতা অপরিহার্য : মু. ফখরুল ইসলাম
এক অনুষ্ঠানে মু. ফখরুল ইসলাম শিক্ষা ব্যবস্থায় সংস্কার এবং নৈতিকতার ওপর গুরুত্বারোপ করেন। তিনি শিক্ষাক্ষেত্রে পরিবর্তনের প্রয়োজনীয়তার কথা বলেন.
Heavy rains leave Sylhet city waterlogged
Heavy rainfall flooded parts of Sylhet city, including homes, roads and critical facilities such as Osmani Medical College Hospital. Schools and colleges cancelled classes and exams in affected areas as the waterlogged situation worsened.
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