City in Frame
Juicy, flavourful pineapples of Madhupur flood markets
Pineapples grown in orchards of Madhupur upazila are known for their flavour and sweetness. Farmers say yield is good this year,
A pigeon lovers’ paradise
If you are a bird lover, the pigeon market in Nayabati of Khulna’s Khalishpur is the place for you. Every
A day at the circus
Once a vibrant source of entertainment, the circus industry now fights for survival. Circus companies once travelled the country, especially during winter, showcasing the impressive acts of their skilled artists.
Jabbarer Boli Khela
Like each year, Jabbarer Boli Khela took place at the Laldighi Maidan in Chattogram on April 25. Sixty wrestlers took part in the 114th edition of the historic tournament.
It’s mango time
The mangoes of Satkhira have already won hearts at home and abroad. For the ninth time, farmers in the district are expected to export mangoes to different destinations including Germany, Italy France, Denmark, and the UK this season.
A cry for water
Over 100 families of at least 90 Mro neighbourhoods in Bandarban and its foothills face a severe water crisis almost every year, especially from January to May.
Crisis engulfing rivers of south
To protect croplands from saline water, a 4,800km embankment was built between 1961 and 1971 in the country’s southern coastal area.
Aman research: Gangarampur offers a ray of hope
In Gangarampur village of Khulna’s Batiaghata, a local farmers’ platform and a voluntary organisation have been researching Aman rice since 2009.
Window Into Khulna’s Multi-Cultural Past
Khulna Divisional Museum, the only museum in Khulna city, is a treasure trove of artifacts of the region’s rich history. It houses pieces from archaeological sites of all the districts in the division.
Window Into Khulna’s Multi-Cultural Past
Khulna Divisional Museum, the only museum in Khulna city, is a treasure trove of artifacts of the region’s rich history.
Just The Beginning…
The figure who was the towering force behind the birth of Bangladesh is once again dominating the country’s capital. On the occasion
Jute Goods Draw Attention
A Spectacular display of jute products attracted visitors from all across the country during the National Jute Fair 2020, held on March
ART FESTIVAL
The 3rd International Art Festival 2020 Nilphamari, Bangladesh’s premier art event celebrating different artistic expressions, concluded
Ekush Foreve
The spirit of Ekushey February lives on in the hearts of Bangalees forever. On this day in 1952, Language Movement heroes laid down their lives to make Bangla a state language.
Warmth of Pitha in Chilly Winter
A chill in the air, foggy mornings and dew-kissed evenings are features of the Bangladeshi winter.
A glitzy, sparkling global affair
The 25th edition of the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) kicked off at the start of this month in the capital’s Agargaon. Some 483 stalls and pavilions showcased products from 21 different countries and 55 foreign brands. The month-long event was conceived with the view to increasing sales of local commodities and bringing in foreign goods to Bangladesh. Glamourous displays by companies attracted people to their stalls and there was substantial sales. This was a chance for the country’s people to get a glimpse of what the world has to offer. And they did not pass up the chance as the large crowds proved. The fair will conclude at the end of the month.
Safe Veggies Safe Health
The three-day “National Vegetable Fair” held at the capital’s Krishibid Institution last month attracted veggie lovers from across the country. The aim of the fair, with the theme ““Safe Vegetables for Good Health and Nutrition”, was to motive people to consume vegetables and ensure safe vegetable production. During the event, a variety of fresh vegetables, including cabbage, cauliflower, tomato, cucumber, and eggplant, were put on display, to the delight of the visitors. The agriculture ministry organised the programme at a time when the country has ranked third in the globe for producing vegetables.
The Joy of Celebration
A festival of catching fish, locally known as Polo Baoa, was once celebrated all across rural Bangladesh, but is now going extinct with time.