Education
SSC, Equivalent Exam Results to be Published on July 28
In an eagerly awaited announcement, the Dhaka Education Board source has confirmed that the results of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and its equivalent examinations will be unveiled on July 28. This decision was reinforced by Dhaka Education Board Chairman and Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee President, Tapan Kumar Sarkar, during a media briefing on Wednesday.
A staggering total of 20,72,153 students from 11 education boards, comprising nine general boards, one madrasa board, and one technical board, participated in the SSC and equivalent examinations. Despite facing challenging circumstances brought on by the pandemic, the exams were conducted in all subjects with full 100 marks. However, the syllabuses were prudently curtailed due to the limited in-person classes attended by the candidates during the pre-Covid period.
The proposal to shorten the syllabuses was driven by the government’s concern for the student’s well-being and the fair evaluation of their academic performance. With students experiencing reduced opportunities for traditional learning, this decision aimed to level the playing field for all participants.
Originally, the education boards proposed to release the results between July 25 and July 27. However, following careful consideration, the government opted for a unified nationwide announcement on July 28. This decision will ensure that students across the country receive their results simultaneously, maintaining a sense of equality and fairness.
The results of public examinations such as SSC and HSC are typically preceded by a consultation process between education boards and the education ministry. The Prime Minister’s Office also plays a crucial role in finalizing the release date, with the Prime Minister herself inaugurating the publication process.
As the date draws nearer, students, parents, and educators alike eagerly anticipate the results, which will open doors to future academic pursuits and career opportunities for young achievers.
Islamic University (IU) students from the 2018–19 academic session are facing significant hurdles, as they’re still awaiting their official marksheets a full year after graduating. This prolonged delay is preventing many from pursuing job opportunities and higher education, drawing sharp criticism from the Bangladesh Students’ Union, IU unit.
In a press release issued on Monday, July 7, the student organization voiced its “deep dissatisfaction and concern,” labeling the delay “completely unacceptable.” The statement, signed by IU unit president Mahmudul Hasan and general secretary Nur Alam, highlighted that while university authorities cite “software-related issues” as the cause, the union believes the persistent problem points to administrative failure and negligence towards student welfare.
“When transcripts and certificates can be printed and distributed online, such a long delay in issuing marksheets is both disappointing and disgraceful,” the student leaders asserted.
The Students’ Union has urged the IU administration to take immediate steps to resolve the issue and ensure students are not subjected to “unnecessary harassment” when collecting their academic documents. They also warned that if effective action isn’t taken promptly, they will organize peaceful demonstrations in coordination with the wider student body.
The Ummul Muminin Ayesha Siddika Hall at Islamic University (IU), Kushtia, has rolled out a free Quran learning program for its female residents. Kicking off on Saturday, July 5, the “Free Correct Quran Education” initiative held its inaugural session in the hall’s prayer room.
The launch saw the presence of Hall Provost Prof. Dr. A.K.M. Rasheduzzaman, alongside house tutors and office staff. A total of 35 female students attended the first session, which commenced with a prayer.
To ensure quality instruction, an experienced female instructor from Kushtia has been appointed. The classes will emphasize correct pronunciation and recitation of the Quran (Tajweed), aiming to deepen students’ religious understanding and values. According to hall authorities, the program is completely free, with only a nominal charge for a few supplementary books.
One participating student praised the initiative, stating, “The provost took a wonderful initiative for us. These programs will greatly enhance our religious knowledge alongside academic learning.”
Prof. Dr. A.K.M. Rasheduzzaman, the Hall Provost, shared his enthusiasm, saying, “We are grateful to the Almighty for allowing us to introduce such a meaningful program—perhaps the first of its kind in any public university dormitory. Our goal is to ensure that our students receive proper Quranic education so that they can enlighten their lives with the teachings of the Holy Quran, alongside their pursuit of worldly knowledge.”
This new program has garnered positive feedback from both students and the wider university community, marking a significant stride towards promoting a balanced spiritual and academic environment for female students at Islamic University.
Dhaka University authorities have suspended eight students for their alleged involvement in the brutal killing of Tofazzal Hossain, who was lynched two days ago at a university dormitory. The announcement was made public today, September 21, through a press release.
Among the suspended students are three former leaders of the Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL). These include Jalal Ahmed, former deputy secretary of science and technology affairs; Ahsan Ullah, former secretary of mass communication and development affairs; and Al Hossain Sajjad, BCL’s office secretary and a student of the Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences.
The other suspended students are Mohammad Sumon from the Department of Soil, Water, and Environment; Muttakin Sakin from the Institute of Nutrition and Food Science; Md Firoz Kabir from the Department of Botany; and Md Abdus Samad and Wazibul Alam from the Department of Physics.
Authorities revealed that six of the eight accused — Jalal Mia, Mohammad Suman, Ahsan Ullah, Muttakin Sakin, Al Hossain Sajjad, and Wazibul Alam — have already been apprehended by law enforcement.
In addition, the university administration announced the removal of the provost of Fazlul Huq Muslim Hall, with a new provost appointed to take over the position.
