Eid-ul-Fitr
‘Now I only give salamis’
For Jaker, this year was a special Eid. The hardworking middle-order batter talked about his time away from cricket during past Eids and his inspirations in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star’s Abdullah Al Mehdi.
When was the first Eid-ul-Fitr celebrated?
Starting from the city of Mecca and then migrating to Medina to escape persecution, the early Muslims, led by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), had to face tremendous adversity to stay true to their faith. It was within this turmoil that the first celebrations of Eid took place
50% factories yet to pay salary of March
As of yesterday, 51.21 percent, or 4,849 out of 9,469 mills and factories, did not pay the salaries for the month of March, data from the Industrial Police showed.
Festival fervour driving home appliance sales
Although there is no accurate data on the market for electronic home appliances, industry insiders believe that sales during Eid-ul-Fitr account for around 60 percent of their annual receipts.
Economics of Eid
As the darkness of night made way for the first light of day, a rhythmic hum echoed through the tranquil dawn in Jamalpur like a heartbeat.
Southern Routes: Bus operators charging extra ahead of Eid
Sirajul Islam, a businessman from Dhaka’s Rayerbagh, was waiting for a BRTC bus in Fulbaria bus terminal area around 3:30pm yesterday. He would travel to Barishal with his wife and two sons.
Cabinet decides against extending Eid holiday by a day
The Cabinet Committee on Law and Order yesterday recommended a holiday on April 9 before Eid, but the Cabinet rejected it today
#Décor / The charm of deshi motifs on Eid tableware
Central to the celebration of Eid is the scrumptious spread of food and it is that time of the year when the choice of tableware plays a subtle yet significant role. Desi motifs and designs ¬– nakshi kantha, Jamdani – with their intricate patterns and vivid hues, tell tales of heritage and craftsmanship have evolved over centuries.
Bulkhead movement to be halted five days before and after Eid
The movement of all types of bulkheads will be completely halted five days before and after Eid-ul-Fitr to ensure hassle-free journey for holidaymakers
Mismanagement, lack of security unfold in Zakat distribution
Distribution of clothes for Zakat ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr is going on in the country amid mismanagement and lack of security.
ZAKAT CLOTHES
Standing on the bank of the Buriganga in Old Dhaka, Islampur still remains a commercial hub for wholesale trade of fabrics
Bold colours the trend for this Eid
With Eid fast approaching, Tangail's sari weavers are working at full capacity. Deep and bright colours are in vogue this season, often styled with chumki, applique or other embroidery features. Cotton and half-silk saris adorned with golden-
PM to inaugurate 2 four-lane highways July 2
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will inaugurate Dhaka-Chittagong and Joydebpur-Mymensingh four-lane highways on July 2, the road transport and bridges minister says.
Chondon – an ethnic treasure trove within the city
In this edition of Lifestyle's rendezvous, we visit Chondon- an upscale traditional store whose Eid collection is waiting to be explored!
Good news for govt employees
The Eid-ul-Fitr, the largest religious festival of the Muslims, is a time of great happiness and rejoicing to be spent in the warm embrace of the near and dear ones.
Repair dilapidated roads before Eid
Thousands of people will travel back home on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Civil servants to get 9-day Eid holiday
Good news for civil servants! The government declares a long nine-day holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr, the largest Muslim religious festival, starting from July 1.
Boutiques buzzing before Eid
Sounds of stamping, rubbing and sewing machines are getting louder every day since the beginning of Ramadan as workers are spending the busiest time of the year in doing embroidery, blocks and batik prints.
Fitra fixed at minimum Tk 65
This year's minimum Fitra has been fixed at Tk 65 per head while the maximum is Tk 1,650.