Thursday, September 5, 2024 (One month of Bangladesh 2.0)

So, it's like the first month of Bangladesh's independence all over again. Some may say the country gained independence in 1971, but for the past decade, freedom of speech has been entirely absent from our society. If I voiced concerns about social, economic, or other issues, those in power would take action against me. Until now, I have not been able to cast my vote according to my own conscience.

People always knew that this regime would eventually fall, but they were too afraid to speak up. However, the government's excessive threats caused people to lose their fear of death, and that became the very reason for its downfall.

Friday, August 23, 2024 (Natural Disasters)

A large section of people are affected by flood now especially in the district of Comilla and near by districts. People have been suffering a lot due to raising water level. 

Monday, August 05, 2024 (An Unthinkable Victory: The End of a Dictator's Reign)

It is an unbelievable day for the nation as Sheikh Hasina, the dictator who controlled the media, law enforcement agencies, and legal system, has just fled from Bangladesh. As a result, people have revived democracy and are celebrating the victory. It is a hard slap to the face of an arrogant fascist ruler.

This morning, I was very sad to find out that they had turned off the internet. I was worried about the students, as the police had killed many during the last internet shutdown. I was deeply disappointed, but the whole nation became joyful upon hearing that she had fled the country.

I went to TSC and Shahid Minar to join the celebrations, and I saw that everyone on the streets was very happy and openly raising their voices, something that had been missing from our country. I am 30 years old and have never been able to vote with my own consent. I just hope for a future where I can raise my voice without fear.

 

 

Sunday, August 05, 2024 (A sleepless night for the nation)

It is 5 AM, and the entire nation is awake with anticipation, as the road march to Dhaka (name of the movement) is set to take place tomorrow. There is a widespread hope for a peaceful victory, as no one desires any bloodshed. In recent days, we have witnessed numerous distressing events, including today, when over 100 people, including students, police officers, and civilians, lost their lives. Everyone is hoping for a positive resolution to this situation.

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

I have not been feeling well for the past few days due to the ongoing dire situation in the country. Additionally, it is the death anniversary of my father. Although our relationship was not very close, we respected each other in our own ways. I deeply miss him now, but it is impossible to have him with me.

Monday, 29 July, 2024 (Restlessness inside me)

I don't know how to explain anything or describe the situation. Everything is messed up, and I feel ashamed that I have seen it. There are many things inside me, but I have been feeling restless for a few days. I feel like I want to cry so loudly that the pain of all the untold words can be removed from me. Feeling like a paralyzed person is no joke at all.

Monday, July 15, 2024 (The Joy of Overcoming Obstacles)

Overcoming barriers to face the next one has become a part of my life nowadays. I try to solve a problem and don’t have any opportunity to celebrate after successfully completing the work, as another issue always arises to tackle. This cycle repeats for me, which is quite an enjoyable activity since I love finding solutions to difficulties. Life without struggles is quite boring for me. Many people find such situations unpleasant, but I consider them a delightful period. I believe that if I finish all my tasks, I would have nothing left to live for. Restlessness always reminds me that I am still alive.

 

 

Saturday, July 6, 2024 (Why do people not give up their ego?)

Before starting the main topic, I was an arrogant and extremist person before 2016. At a certain time of my life, I recognized about my wrong way of thinking. I thought I was someone who was special. My decisions were right at any time. But I was misguided and the environment & people surrounding me influenced me to make those attitude. I have been changing myself for more than 8 years now. Though some people know about their fault, they never try to correct themself, and they start showing logic in order to transferring the incorrect thing into a wealthy thing. Certain individuals around me are quite radical and does not try to accept the real things at all. It is deeply distressing to recognize that they are unlikely to ever change, and their persistent aggressiveness could pose significant dangers for them in the future.

Friday, July 05, 2024 (A comeback)

Finally, I got an expected result for my IELTS band. It was my second attempt for which I sat on examination on 22.06.24. In my first try, I got band 6 with all having 6 or more. I needed 6.5 for applying. This time my expectation was below 6 as I did not do my best at all in case of reading and writing and expected band 5 and 5.5 respectively. However, I got band 6 in both of them. For the listening part, I was confident that it would be more than band 7 and it is actually 7.5. Similarly, I thought speaking would be at least 6 which is little higher (6.5) than this. Hence, it was quiet satisfactory result for me. After a long period of time, I have experienced the pressure of examination and excitement of seeing results.

Monday, June 22, 2024 (spending a busy period)

I have been being busy for the last two months due to preparation of exam, sickness of my mother, work, some personal issues and many more. Writing any thing became a tough task for a lack of time and energy. Though I try hard to finish all of my works as soon as possible in order to take a peaceful rest, the number of works or unfinished activities are never fully over for me, maybe for all. 

Monday, April 29, 2024 (Dostana)

Watching a movie again after a long time can make you see it in a new perspective, like meeting an old friend and discovering new things to like about them. I recently watched a film that I saw in 2009 last time. It's called "Dostana," and I noticed how great it is in ways I didn't understand when I was younger. As I've grown up, I've started to understand movies better and see why they're special. Let me talk about what's great about this movie.

Dostana" has a ordinary story that is presented in a unique way. It mixes surprises and humor that fits naturally. The jokes are not awkward; they fit perfectly into the story, making us laugh for real, not just because we should. The dialogues in the movie are suitable; they're not cringe at all which is common in the movies now a days. However, that's not the highlight of the film.

But what really stands out are the songs in the movie. They fit perfectly into the story, making it feel more emotional. "Kuch Kam" is full of feelings, and "Jane Kyu" and "Khabar Nahi" are catchy too. All the songs add to the movie's appeal by mixing music with storytelling in a lovely way.

But apart from the music and comedy, "Dostana" does a great job showing how important friendship is. The strong bond between the three main characters shows how lasting friendships are valuable. Seeing their friendship grow and stay strong through tough times feels real to viewers. This genuine portrayal of friendship makes "Dostana" different from other movies that just show friendships on the surface.

In a time when there are lots of movies coming out, "Dostana" reminds us how important relationships and real friendships are. It has great music, real jokes, and a captivating story that make it a classic that people still love, no matter when they watch it.

 

 

Thursday, April 25, 2024 (Silence is the need of time)

It's quite surprising to witness extremism in various forms around me, whether it be righ-wing or left-wing extremism. It's frustrating to see people leaning so heavily towards extreme views without considering the mid points that exist in between. Life is not just black and white; there are countless shades of grey in between. I had always believed in maintaining a balanced and moderate stance, which has allowed me to realize about actual situation. 

Looking back, the times when i chose to remain silent and steer clear of extremism were some of the best moments of my life. I intend to continue with this tendency in the future, as I believe it brings a sense of peace and rationality.