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Zobaer Ahmed is a journalist based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Worldwide newsrooms are converging; so he diversifies. Though Broadcast Journalism is his niche, over the years he has prepared himself (through experience and formal education and training) to work in any converged newsroom. He has a track record of working in two leading television channels (Banglavision and Maasranga TV) in Bangladesh since 2006. Basically he does journalism, though his roles have varied as reporter, producer, anchor, director, script writer, assignment editor, planner, and team coordinator. He did regular news coverage in the field of politics, business, energy, environment, and sports. He designed and produced news shows, wrote scripts for them, and also wrote, directed and produced news documentaries. He also anchored news shows and current affairs programs. He has worked with CNN and Deutsche Welle Bangla. In DW, he has produced special multimedia reports for online, made web-videos, and also managed their social media pages. He studied and got training on investigative reporting, data journalism, multimedia journalism and narrative journalism in Bangladesh (at MRDI), Singapore (as AJF Fellow), Philippines (as ACFJ Fellow) and Germany (at DW). He has just finished a research on representation of Rohingyas in Bangladeshi and Burmese newspapers.
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Bangladesh: Fair Elections Despite Opposition Boycott?
Bangladesh is set to hold its twelfth parliamentary elections on January 7, 2024, amid a boycott by the main opposition party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). The ruling Awami League, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, insists the elections will be fair and participatory despite the absence of the BNP. The BNP claims widespread arrests and suppression of its members, leading to concerns about the legitimacy of the elections. Sheikh Hasina's campaign highlights economic achievements, but there are worries about democratic backsliding and political repression. The article reflects on the challenges of ensuring a truly democratic process in the current political climate.
Bangladesh claims fair election despite opposition boycott
Bangladesh is set to hold its 12th parliamentary elections on January 7, with the ruling Awami League facing criticism for the absence of the main opposition party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), which boycotted the polls. The BNP alleges widespread oppression and false charges against its members, while Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government claims the elections will be participatory. Despite economic achievements under Hasina's leadership, concerns about democratic backsliding persist. The election's legitimacy is questioned due to the lack of significant opposition participation.
South Asia desperate for positives from COP27
South Asia faces severe climate change impacts, with nations incurring significant costs and experiencing frequent extreme weather events. The World Bank estimates substantial financial burdens and climate migration in the region. COP27 is seen as a critical platform for addressing these challenges, with a focus on scaling up adaptation solutions and mobilizing climate finance. Experts highlight the need for equitable climate justice and adequate financial compensation for vulnerable countries. The concept of Loss and Damage is gaining attention, emphasizing the need for additional funds to support affected populations. The success of COP27 hinges on addressing these urgent issues.
Do Bangladeshi Hindus feel safe?
In Bangladesh, the Hindu community, particularly in the city of Cumilla, faces apprehension during the Durga Puja festival following last year's violent attacks by Muslims. Anil Krishna Pal, a craftsman of religious idols, and Ratna Das, a local resident, recount the destruction and fear experienced. Despite increased security measures promised by the government and police, there is a lingering fear of recurrence. The Awami League is perceived as failing to protect the Hindu minority, and calls for more proactive measures, including a minority protection law, are being made.
Op-ed on the statelessness of Rohingyas and the role of newspapers in their representations.
Story on the present political crisis of Bangladesh.
Story on the present political crisis of Bangladesh.
Shahjahan, a Rana Plaza incident survivor lives a life of agony and trauma.
Three years on, victims still suffer trauma, depression and anxiety
The article discusses the long-term physical and mental health issues faced by survivors of the Rana Plaza collapse in Bangladesh, which occurred on April 24, 2013. Yanur Akter Popi, a survivor, is highlighted as she struggles with paralysis, trauma, depression, and the responsibility of caring for her siblings after the tragedy that killed her mother. Despite receiving some physical treatment from the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed and financial support from the government, mental health support is insufficient. Studies by Dr. Faruk Alam of the National Institute of Mental Health and Professor Jhunu Shamsun Nahar indicate high rates of mental disorders among survivors. NGOs like Caritas provide some counseling, but funding is limited and not sustainable. The article emphasizes the need for more comprehensive mental health support for the victims and criticizes the lack of national attention to mental health in Bangladesh.
A documentary on the historical operation searchlight on 25th March of 1971 that killed hundreds and thousands of people of East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) which eventually led to the independence of the country. This documentary depicts the military operation in the police headquarter of Dhaka.
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