Eid

A reflection on Eid, grief, and quiet compassion

For many, it was a time of joy and ritual—of family, food, and faith. But for some of us, it was quieter.

FICTION / Metalheart

I know my engine is dying. I know that, by the time the next Eid rolls around, the busy little humans will have taken me apart to create something new.

FICTION / A sacrifice

When he was handing over the money to Naimuddin, their father, Kalam silently cried, holding Dholi’s neck in the yard.

#Perspective / The big Eid detox: Because that wasn’t just one cheat day

While you should indulge because, let’s be honest, Eid is about love, family, and licking rezala off your elbow, it’s not a bad idea to also plan a bit of a comeback. A soft, digestive reboot.

Eid films mark milestone for local industry, says Rashed Mamun Apu

Actor Rashed Mamun Apu, whose films “Daagi” and “Jongli” hit theatres this Eid, described the festive season as a significant milestone for Bangladeshi cinema.

How Eid nostalgia thrives in a tech-driven world

The world has changed, and with it, so has Eid. Yet, paradoxically, technology is bringing back the very elements we thought we had lost.

Eid enchantments and us

A special cover of Rising Stars where we look back at how Eid has changed for us over the years. 

Movies to enjoy this Eid with your family

To make this time somewhat more enjoyable, here are a few movies you can watch with your family.

Eid tomorrow as moon sighted

Muslims across Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow (Monday) after a month of fasting

May 3, 2022
May 3, 2022

Eid at an old age home

Joint families in Bangladesh, like in most countries, have been split up. With that, family ties, love, and connection to parents appear to be waning.

May 3, 2022
May 3, 2022

How to avoid giving away salami

Become the very kipta khalu you once swore to destroy.

May 3, 2022
May 3, 2022

4 Ways to Celebrate an Eco-Friendly Eid

Make your Eid a little greener and thoughtful this year.

May 2, 2022
May 2, 2022

I have a bitter relationship with Eid shopping. Here’s why.

How people shopping thrilling remains a mystery to me.

May 1, 2022
May 1, 2022

The nostalgia of pop-up Eid card shops

Pop-up Eid card shops seemed to have disappeared.

April 30, 2022
April 30, 2022

Eid prep: Ramadan house cleaning

As Ramadan comes to an end and we eagerly await Eid, our homes obviously deserve some attention.

April 30, 2022
April 30, 2022

Eid: Moon sighting committee to meet tomorrow

The National Moon Sighting Committee will meet tomorrow evening to fix the date of Eid-ul-Fitr, the biggest religious festival of Muslims.

April 30, 2022
April 30, 2022

Commuters suffer for lack of transport on Savar highways

The number of homebound people on Dhaka-Aricha and Nabinagar-Chandra highways in Savar increased this noon. However, the number of vehicles did not.

April 29, 2022
April 29, 2022

How do I calculate zakat?

For young people who will be giving zakat for the first time.

April 28, 2022
April 28, 2022

Grooming ahead of Eid: Things you should keep in mind

Eid is almost here, it is time we consider personal grooming too, to look and feel our best on the big day.