Language movement - November 06, 2026

China Passes Controversial 'Ethnic Unity' Law

The new law means Mandarin will become the official languages for purposes such as education and public affairs. According to human rights groups, the move could contribute to the marginaliation

Language Martyrs’ Day Observed in Pakistan and South Africa

The Bangladesh High Commissions in Islamabad, Pakistan and Pretoria, South Africa observed the Great Martyrs' Day and International Mother Language Day 2026 with due respect and solemnity, commemorating the supreme

Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Mumbai Honors Language Martyrs

The Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Mumbai observed Martyrs’ Day and International Mother Language Day on Saturday, with a solemn program honoring the heroes of the 1952 Language Movement. The event

PM Releases Commemorative Stamp on International Mother Language Day

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman marked International Mother Language Day on Saturday by releasing a commemorative postage stamp, an opening envelope, and a special canceller at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). The

International Mother Language Day / Nation Honors Language Heroes Today

Today marks the Great Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day, commemorating the 74th anniversary of the historic Language Movement of 1952. The day is being observed with due solemnity

Massive Crowds Throng Shaheed Minar to Honor Language Martyrs

A massive wave of people descended upon the Central Shaheed Minar to pay their respects to the heroic martyrs of the Language Movement on the occasion of Amar Ekushey, the

President Pays Homage to Language Heroes

President Mohammed Shahabuddin today paid rich tributes to the martyrs of the historic Language Movement marking the Amar Ekushey and the International Mother Language Day. The Head of the State paid

Establishing People's Rights and Equality Was the Core Spirit of Ekushey: PM

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stated that the core spirit of Ekushey was the establishment of democratic values, people's rights, and equality. He noted that by upholding this spirit through a long

PM Pays Tribute to Language Martyrs

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman paid profound respect to the martyrs of the Great Language Movement in the early hours of Saturday (February 21). He honored the language heroes by placing

Extensive Programs Set to Mark Martyrs' Day and Int'l Mother Language Day

The Ministry of Cultural Affairs and Bangla Academy have finalized elaborate nationwide programs to observe Martyrs' Day and International Mother Language Day tomorrow, marking the 74th anniversary of the historic

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