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

April 28, 2022
April 28, 2022

Book charities to donate to this Eid

The pandemic has disrupted the businesses of struggling booksellers, many of whom are still reeling from their losses. There are organisations that are helping booksellers, book readers, and both.

April 27, 2022
April 27, 2022

The risks of online shopping

As the online market sees an unprecedented boom, cunning sellers behind keyboards have also increased in number and might, making this love affair a fickle and dubious one.

April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022

Keep gold with relatives if leaving Dhaka for Eid: DMP chief

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Md Shafiqul Islam today advised city dwellers to leave their gold ornaments with relatives who live nearby before leaving Dhaka city during Eid.

July 20, 2021
July 20, 2021

How to be the rude neighbourhood uncle on Qurbani Eid

But seriously, don’t be this person.

July 18, 2021
July 18, 2021

Scrumptiously cheesy

Mozzarella cheese is not only delicious to taste but has several health advantages too. Mozzarella contains a powerhouse of minerals that are highly beneficial for the body, is a rich source of protein, and is great for bone health.

July 18, 2021
July 18, 2021

Eid — then and now

The spirituality and holiness you feel while reciting the “talbiyah” along with the congregation is a powerful feeling. The sacredness and religiousness gives you a sensation of purity, it connects you to the almighty and you surrender yourself totally. 

May 30, 2020
May 30, 2020

Satireday Cartoon : Challenging times

Satireday Cartoon : Challenging times

May 31, 2018
May 31, 2018

World Cup fever expected to rock 5 lakh TV sales

Television sellers are expecting about 500,000 more unit sales on the occasion of the 2018 FIFA World Cup and Eid-ul Fitr, amounting to almost half of the country's total annual consumption this year. Top TV brands said roughly seven to eight hundred thousand television units are sold in the market annually, with a 30 percent growth this year because of the upcoming football mega show.

September 5, 2017
September 5, 2017

CJ joins PM's reception on Eid day

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Chief Justice Surendra Kumar Sinha exchanged greetings on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha on Saturday.

June 30, 2017
June 30, 2017

Roads of death!

Eid holidays inevitably bring us both joy and sorrow. Sorrow because there are so many road accidents taking away precious lives.