BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Sunday said that Bangla Academy has created a stigmatised chapter by 'unfairly' closing various stalls and not allowing the display of some books in its book fair. "Bangla Academy was established to promote the Bengali language and ensure the free exercise of thought
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PM opens month-long Ekushey Book Fair
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday inaugurated the month-long Amar Ekushey Book Fair-2023, the annual event of booklovers and publishers, in the capital.The premier opened the country's biggest book fair in the afternoon, joining its inaugural ceremony in person on the Bangla Academy premise after a gap of three years
Bangla Academy denies Adarsha Prokashoni from Ekushey Book Fair: For anti-constitutional stance said in explanation
Tale of Adivasi writers, poets and filmmakers
The Dhaka LitFest 2023 held at Bangla Academy from 5-8 January was crowded with tens of thousands of enthusiasts braving the cold wave which swept through Bangladesh. The English and Bangla literature, pressing issues, and serious themes – like climate change were discussed, debated and of course lots of fun, art,
Bangla Academy President Shamsuzzaman Khan no more
Legendary folklorist and president of Bangla Academy Professor Shamsuzzaman Khan passed away at a city hospital on Wednesday losing his battle with Covid-19. The 80-year-old was on life support after being diagnosed with Covid-19 and was undergoing treatment at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) Hospital for other illnesses as well. He