Eid-ul Azha

Eid journey: Road crashes kill 262 people in 13 days

At least 262 people were killed and 543 were injured in 251 road crashes in the 13 days centring the Eid-ul-Azha holiday, Road Safety Foundation said today

Refrigerator sales decline despite Eid

Sales of refrigerators and chest freezers declined by 13 percent ahead of Eid-ul-Azha as consumers contended with persistent inflationary pressures as well as an increase in the prices of the home appliances, according to industry players.

A vegetarian’s guide to manoeuvring Eid-ul-Azha

Eid-ul-Azha might not be as fun for vegetarians. But is it so?

The ones who stayed for some extra cash

Workers who came to the capital or stayed back to earn some extra cash during the Eid-ul-Azha thronged Gabtoli and nearby areas for buses

The unforgettables of Eid

Eid-ul-Azha was one of the most-awaited, yet fearsome, events of my childhood.

Eid festivities cut short litchi season in Dinajpur

The adverse weather conditions, including severe heat and lack of rain, have significantly impacted this season's litchi yield

All animal waste cleared in Dhaka south in 10 hrs: DSCC

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has claimed that 100 percent sacrificial animal waste has been disposed of within approximately 10 hours

All sacrificial animal waste removed within 6 hours: DNCC

Total 10,374 tonnes of waste cleaned in all 54 wards

154 suffer animal sacrifice-related injuries

Between 9:00am and 6:00pm, at least 154 patients received treatment at the DMCH

May 28, 2024
May 28, 2024

BR to run cattle trains June 12-14 ahead of Eid

Bangladesh Railway will operate special trains -- from June 12 to 14 -- to carry sacrificial animals to Dhaka from different regions ahead of Eid-ul Azha

May 28, 2024
May 28, 2024

Eid-ul-Azha advance train tickets from June 2

Bangladesh Railway will begin selling advance tickets of trains from June 2 to ensure hassle-free journey during Eid-ul-Azha

July 4, 2023
July 4, 2023

Eid Day 6: What to watch on TV

The programming on local channels ranges from brand new shows to special screenings of big films. Let's have a look at what to watch on the sixth day of Eid.

July 2, 2023
July 2, 2023

Eid Day 4: What to watch on television

Apart from brand new shows, the channels have also arranged special screenings of big screen films. Let’s have a look at what to watch on the fourth day of Eid.

June 30, 2023
June 30, 2023

Eid Day 2: What to watch on TV

With Eid underway, TV channels have come up with an exciting lineup of programmes, which are sure to keep fans entertained throughout this Eid-ul-Azha. Let’s have a look at what to watch on the second day of Eid.

July 11, 2022
July 11, 2022

You are what you eat in Mashiul Alam's "The Meat Market" (trans. Shabnam Nadiya)

It is a story of discomfort. Of calm, ruthless violence. A drag-your-hands-down-to-uncover-your-eyes gaze at the oblivion we practice not only during Eid holidays, but on any regular day in Bangladesh. 

July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022

Keeping your kitchen clean during Eid

With Eid ul Azha knocking at our door, it is mandatory to assume that our kitchen will go through a tornado of bloody mess. Both scenarios require different post-cleaning procedures, from handling raw meat to cooking them. Things can and will get pretty crazy and sometimes, it just is not possible to get the dishes and kitchen space cleaned immediately.

July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022

Make simple but traditional beef dishes this Eid

Cooking various dishes of meat is a time-tested culture of the Eid-ul-Azha festival. Every family has their favourite recipes, and Eid day traditions of Qurbani activities. Nothing quite brings out the foodie side of people like the festival of sacrifice.

July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022

Delicious meat recipes to try this Eid-ul-Azha

Eid-ul-Azha is just around the corner, and that usually means a refrigerator full of meat for you to cook up a storm. And here are the perfect recipes to accompany you in said cooking adventure.

July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022

Welcoming Eid with mouth-watering red meat recipes

Much before Eid-ul-Azha actually arrives, home chefs everywhere start preparing for the food-centred activities as soon as they can. It is no surprise though, as most meat dishes need elaborate prep, and also quite a few ingredients. Here are some you can try this Eid for yourself.