Clad in yellow saris, women prepare pithas (rice cakes) at Nobanno Utshab in Baburghon village of Chapainawabganj’s Gomastapur upazila yesterday. Photo: Rabiul Hasan
The traditional harvest festival is celebrated in rural areas with food, dance and music as new crops bring with them happiness for farmers. Photo: Rabiul Hasan
Aircraft stay grounded as dense fog heavily obscured the lone runway at Dhaka airport yesterday morning. Flight operations were suspended for over an hour due to the condition. Photo: Anisur Rahman
The situation eventually improved in the afternoon and planes started taking off and landing while the runway remained lit up as a precautionary measure. Photo: Anisur Rahman
Huddling around fire made in public places to stay warm is a common scene in Bangladesh during winter. This photo was taken at Dhaka’s Beribadh area. Photo: Palash Khan
Weather in Barishal became chillier yesterday after a morning drizzle that continued till noon. Rain also added to winter woes. This photo was taken from Sadar Road in the city. Photo: Titu Das
