Bangladesh boasts a dynamic online presence that comes alive during Eid, specifically on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, becoming digital bridges that link families and friends across the globe.
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
Eid-ul-Azha was one of the most-awaited, yet fearsome, events of my childhood.
The traditional exchange of 'salami' or Eid money, has evolved to include a range of digital gifts, making it easier and more exciting to share the joy of the festive season.
Amidst the festive celebrations, exquisite dishes and beautiful decorations, most of us often overlook the strenuous invisible labour of women.
Animals in Bangladesh are losing their homes because people are taking over their spaces.
At around 2 AM he was awoken by the sound of Shahidun’s sniveling cries on her prayer mat. As grating as it might have sounded, he felt grateful for it to have woken him up.
Here is a list of 5 short and swift books for fellow bookworms (people who would much rather stay in than socialise) to nestle in with on this Eid day.
Why is Ramadan sometimes 29 days long and sometimes 30 days long?
Whether it’s a friend or a family member, why not use Eid as an excuse to catch up? Let bygones be bygones and move forward with a fresh start.
It is as if my spirituality is on a deadline every Ramadan.
In this economy, consumer guilt tends to sour the happy experience that Eid shopping should be.
Young people should be encouraged to explore creative avenues and spend time with friends and loved ones beyond the digital space.
As the joyous occasion of Eid ul Azha arrives, movie enthusiasts across the country are in for a treat as five highly anticipated films hit the silver screen today. With approximately 60 theatres operating regularly, the number has soared to 168 during the Eid festivities, creating a buzz of excitement among cinema-goers.
Rawhide traders and farmers at the grassroots level are expected to receive better prices from the sale of animal skins during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha as the business outlook for leather and leather goods for 2023 is still bright despite the lingering uncertainty at home and abroad.
One of my most vivid memories growing up was discovering the joys of reading during one train journey to Rajshahi, Muhammad Zafar Iqbal's novel of childhood adventures
Sufficient time must be given to these students to ensure that they aren’t prevented from practicing their faiths.
The Daily Star Sports team caught up with Taijul Islam to celebrate the festivities of Eid. The left-arm spinner finds the most joy in his permanent address in Natore. He celebrates the happiness of Eid with his family there. Despite cherishing all the festivities, the 31-year-old did admit to being tight-fisted when it comes to giving away salami.
Are you aware of the "Valentine's Day on Eid" phenomenon? Eid natoks and overall Bangladeshi natoks have gone through a strange trajectory.
