Bangladesh Independence Day
Chronicling Bangladesh’s Birth: The final push
After president Ayub Khan was forced to resign in the face of the 1969 mass uprising, General Yahya Khan assumed office on March 25. He immediately moved to consolidate his power by dissolving both national and provincial assemblies, effectively scrapping the constitution, and declaring martial law across Pakistan.
53 Years of Independence / The shadow lines of Bangladesh's birth
Our freedom struggle helped us identify both our allies and enemies
Dhaka-Beijing friendship will grow from strength to strength: China president
Chinese President Xi Jinping has said the tremendous achievements scored by the Bangladesh government and people have been widely commended by the international community.
Bangladesh ‘a strong pillar’ of India’s Neighbourhood First Policy: Jaishankar
Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has extended warmest greetings to his Bangladesh counterpart Dr AK Abdul Momen and the government and people of Bangladesh on Independence Day.
52 years of independence / Stories that we tell ourselves
How should a nation memorialise its history?
51 years of freedom
We have overpaid the cost of our independence, but perhaps no cost can be very high for the most precious thing in a person’s, nay, a nation’s life—freedom.
Washington declares today ‘Bangladesh Day’
Washington DC, the capital of United States, has declared Bangladesh’s 49th Independence Day as “Bangladesh Day”.
Working to build a prosperous future for children: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina says her government trying to build a future where the children will have a beautiful, secure and prosperous life.
Yesterday, once more!
The title of this column is borrowed from a very popular song from many years ago which we used to hum all the time. It was a
48 years as an independent nation
Today marks 48 years of Bangladesh as an independent country. Today, we feel proud as a nation for how far we have come in only a little less than half a century since independence.
Yesterday, once more!
The title of this column is borrowed from a very popular song from many years ago which we used to hum all the time. It was a
National Memorial to remain closed from March 23 to 25
The National Memorial at Savar will remain inaccessible to the public from March 23 to 25 over cleanliness purpose before observing the Independence Day on March 26.
How Google Doodle celebrates Bangladesh Independence Day over the years
Like many times in the past, Google joins Bangladesh's 48th Independence and National Day celebrations by posting a special Doodle.
Observing 47 years of independence
Today, we observe 47 years of our existence as an independent country. For any country, this day is an occasion for rejoicing, but for us, celebration is laced with sombre thoughts and mixed feelings.
“To the people of Bangladesh”
Heroic and brave brothers and sisters of Independent Bangla Desh. In the name of your President, Bangla Bandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the Government of the People's Republic of Bangla Desh, we salute you and pay homage to the departed souls of the martyrs who have sacrificed their lives in defence of their motherland. They will shine in our memory as long as Bangla Desh exists, as long as a single citizen
National anthem to be sung simultaneously nationwide on March 26
The government takes a programme to sing the country's national anthem 'Amar Sonar Bangla' written by Rabindranath Tagore in correct form at 8:00am across the country and Bangladesh missions abroad on the Independence Day.
Genocide Day, Independence Day to be observed in all madrasas
Bangladesh Madrasa Education Board has directed all the madrasas to observe the Genocide Day on March 25 and Independence Day on March 26 in their educational institutions.
Scorpions greet Bangladeshi fans on Independence Day
Legendary rock band Scorpions extend their greetings to the fans in Bangladesh on the eve of Independence Day.
Google doodle celebrates Bangladesh Independence Day
Search engine giant Google is celebrating the 47th Independence Day of Bangladesh with a special doodle, where a girl is seen carrying national flag of the country.