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Mahalaya to Vijaya Dashami: What this year’s Durga Puja predicts
Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival, celebrates the divine force “Shakti” embodied in Goddess Durga. This year, Mahalaya falls on 2 October, marking the start of Devi Paksha. Durga arrives on 3 October by palanquin, considered inauspicious, and departs on 12 October by horse.
#Events / Dhaka Flow's yoga and wellness festival: Where wellbeing takes centre stage
Dhaka Flow, a pioneer in promoting a holistic approach to wellness in the city, organised its much-anticipated second festival of yoga and wellness at Gulshan Society Lake Park on 10 and 11 November 2023. The event brought together vendors of wellness products, fitness teachers, and individuals and offered an immersive experience in movement, mindfulness, health, and community.
#Events / 5 art melas in Dhaka you can't miss out on
Dhaka is a city with a vibrant and dynamic art culture featuring many notable artists, exhibitions, and art spaces. All year round, many art melas celebrate the thriving art scene and we will list 5 of the best ones you simply can't afford to miss! Whether you are a seasoned art connoisseur or a newcomer to the world of art, these melas are definitely going to be a great way to explore.
Brac Hope Festival 2023: A celebration of resilience and empowerment
The Brac Hope Festival was a celebration to remember. The event was a riot of colour, vigour, and enthusiasm that took place in the Bangladesh Army Stadium. The three-day ceremony marked the end of a yearlong commemoration of Brac's 50th anniversary as one of the biggest development organisations in the world. The celebration, which took place from February 9 to 11, brought together people from all occupations to celebrate Brac's remarkable achievements and to look forward to the future with anticipation.
#Reviews / Dhaka Flow: A festival on yoga and wellness
The Dhaka Flow festival, a celebration of health, healing, and the environment took place on 13 January 2023 at the picturesque, Gulshan Society Lake Park. The event brought together vendors of wellness products, fitness teachers, healers, and individuals from all lifestyles to connect and build a community.
FEATURE / Dhaka Lit Fest 2023: There's something for every young reader
Babuibela’s third edition was launched on the first day of DLF. The Babuibela (Mayurpankhi, 2020) series, written and illustrated by artist Reesham Shahab Tirtho, are picture books showing new parents’ journeys with their little ones. The book launch was also accompanied by a discussion between illustrator Tirtho and musician, artist and author Shibu Kumer Shill.
The Week of Italian cuisine in the World 2022: A celebration of definitive Italian food culture
Mediterranean culture is known for its exquisitely vibrant cuisines that give you a delicious blend of foods made with finely sourced ingredients while making sure the food will be wholesome and healthy. With a view to promoting Italy's food production and gastronomic traditions abroad, an annual themed event called ‘The Week of Italian Cuisine in the World,’ was created in 2016 by Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation's Directorate General for Country Promotion.
In conversation with chef Dominic Chapman: Curry, spices, and much more
In today’s world, you have to be nothing short of a maverick to create your flavours. Chef Dominic Chapman is one such person who has travelled the world, gaining knowledge and experience to create something magical. Star Lifestyle had a chance to sit down with the Michelin-starred chef and discuss his method and love for preparing food at the British Curry Festival, held at the five-star hotel, InterContinental Dhaka between 21 and 26 October.
Are you up for La Tomatina Festival?
Take your chances and experience the tomato-throwing festival hosted each year in Buñol, Spain called La Tomatina. It’s back on and ready to be enjoyed on 2022. Are you childless, unmarried and in your thirties? Do you make a decent wage? Is the only quantifiable responsibility you have are to listen to your grandma nag about you tying the knot? Do you need a break from all the guilt-tripping around you for wanting to have or living life in your own way? Have you seen Zoya Akhtar’s Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara?
When the gates of hell open
This year, on August 28th - the 15th day of the 7th month in the lunar calendar - it is Yu Lan festival in Hong Kong, also known as Hungry Ghost Festival
Together, after long time
An air of festivity permeated the Dhaka University's central playground yesterday with hundreds of its former students converging to
Cate Blanchett takes centre stage at London film fest
Australian actress Cate Blanchett has taken centre stage at a London Film Festival featuring several strong female leads.
Durga Puja holiday now Oct 22
The government has decided to shift this year's public holiday on Durga Puja from October 23 to October 22.
BB to release Tk 25,000cr new notes before Eid
The Bangladesh Bank will circulate around Tk 25,000 crore worth of new notes in the economy ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha.
Singapore flats get giant art on their facades
Painting on canvas is all in a day's work for an artist, but creating and assembling dozens of panels into a massive work of art of up to 900 sq m is no mean feat.
All set for Pahela Baishakh celebration (Video)
Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the first month of Bangla calendar now is at doorstep. People from all walks of life are ready to celebrate the first day of the new year with much festivity.
Mymensingh Shilpakala Academy welcomes Spring
Through a musical soiree and dance sequences, artistes of Mymensingh Shilpakala Academy welcomed Spring at a programme at its auditorium Saturday evening.