Independence Day

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EXPLAINED / The significance of Bangladesh's Independence Day and Victory Day

The significance of each day in the birth of our nation.

Special TV guide to celebrate Independence Day

The commemoration of Independence Day holds profound significance for the people of Bangladesh, as it marks the culmination of a hard-fought struggle for freedom. Television channels across the nation are set to honour this historic occasion with a diverse array of programmes, offering viewers a blend of entertainment, reflection, and remembrance.

7 must-visit monuments in Dhaka on Independence Day

The following are 7 monuments that people can easily visit this Swadhinata Dibosh or The Independence Day, to reconnect with history.

PM opens military hardware display 2024

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today inaugurated the combined military hardware exhibition on the occasion of Independence Day

Prothom Alo is the enemy of AL, democracy, country's people: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the daily Prothom Alo is the enemy of Awami League, democracy, and the people of the country

Faiza Ahmed’s tribute to independence through fashion

Having been involved in the creative field for almost 15 years, Faiza Ahmed decided to explore the Fashion sector in the late 2012. Throughout her journey, she realised that fashion for many youngsters still means getting inspiration from the west. An avid fan of classical and folk music, she wanted to make a change and create designs that resemble the true beauty of art and heritage. Thus, she started experimenting with designs inspired by the popular trends, with a deshi touch.

The price of blood: Veteran actors reminisce independence

Today, as the country commemorates Independence Day, noted actors Raisul Islam Asad, Pijush Bandopadhyay, Tariq Anam Khan and Mamunur Rashid reminisced about the momentous day.

Independence Day today / The word ‘BANGLADESH’: A journey from literature to politics

Bangladesh today proudly steps into its 53rd year of independence.

March 28, 2019
March 28, 2019

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy celebrates INDEPENDENCE DAY

Marking the memorable day of our nation's independence, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) arranged a day-long programme at two different venues on March 26.

March 27, 2019
March 27, 2019

Working to give children a secure life

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday said her government was trying to build a future where the children would have a beautiful, secure and prosperous life.

March 27, 2019
March 27, 2019

Independence Day Celebrated: SACRIFICES RECALLED

The nation celebrated its 49th Independence Day recalling the millions who laid down their lives to free the country from Pakistani occupation.

March 26, 2019
March 26, 2019

48 years as an independent nation

Today marks 48 years of Bangladesh as an independent country. Today, we feel proud as a nation for how far we have come in only a little less than half a century since independence.

March 25, 2019
March 25, 2019

12 persons, 1 organisation receive Independence Award

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has handed over the Independence Award, the country's highest state honour, to 12 personalities and one organisation in recognition of their remarkable contributions to the nation.

March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018

Get ready to take country forward, PM asks children

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urges the country's children to get prepared to take the country forward in the future considering themselves as successors of a victorious nation.

March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018

Nation celebrates 48th Independence Day

The nation celebrates the 48th Independence and National Day with due respect.

March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018

“To the people of Bangladesh”

Heroic and brave brothers and sisters of Independent Bangla Desh. In the name of your President, Bangla Bandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the Government of the People's Republic of Bangla Desh, we salute you and pay homage to the departed souls of the martyrs who have sacrificed their lives in defence of their motherland. They will shine in our memory as long as Bangla Desh exists, as long as a single citizen

March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018

Reminiscing Independence

Mamunur Rashid is no stranger to theatre aficionados and TV viewers, having been in the acting scene for many years.

March 24, 2018
March 24, 2018

National anthem to be sung simultaneously nationwide on March 26

The government takes a programme to sing the country's national anthem 'Amar Sonar Bangla' written by Rabindranath Tagore in correct form at 8:00am across the country and Bangladesh missions abroad on the Independence Day.