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 31, 2016
March 31, 2016

Struggle for Liberation in melodies and movies

Marking the 45th anniversary of Independence Day, Chalachchitram Film Society and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) jointly arranged a musical programme and film screening at the National Art Gallery auditorium of BSA on March 29 and 30.

March 28, 2016
March 28, 2016

Independence Day observed in Barisal

Independence Day was observed on Saturday in Barisal with special programmes.

March 26, 2016
March 26, 2016

[WATCH] Rockstars unite for “Ma Go Bhabna Keno” cover

Iqbal Asif Jewel, one of the most prominent figures of Bangladeshi rock music, has brought together some the biggest rock vocalists of the country, for a spirited cover of “Ma Go Bhabna Keno”, a song that kindled patriotism and valor among countless people during our Liberation War.

March 26, 2016
March 26, 2016

Into The 46th Year of Independence

The nation celebrates the 45th Independence and National Day today to pay tributes to the martyrs and valiant sons of the land who laid down their lives for the country's independence.

March 26, 2016
March 26, 2016

Nation at 46

As we step into our 46th year of independence and celebrate our freedom, we bow our heads to all the freedom fighters known and unknown...

March 26, 2016
March 26, 2016

Independence Day special drama “Yahya Khan”

A special TV drama “Yahya Khan”, marking Independence Day, will be telecast today at 7:45pm on Desh TV.

March 25, 2016
March 25, 2016

Nation set to celebrate 46th Independence Day

The nation will celebrate the 46th Independence Day tomorrow with due respect. On March 26, 1971, Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman declared Bangladesh’s independence following the crackdown on unarmed Banglalees on the midnight of March 25 by the Pakistani occupation forces.

March 28, 2015
March 28, 2015

Intrepid Bangabandhu

AS the nation celebrates the forty-fourth Independence Day grateful Bangladeshis need to remember Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the intrepid architect of our freedom struggle.

March 28, 2015
March 28, 2015

Cultural programmes marking Independence Day

Marking Independence and National Day 2015, cultural institutions and organisations on the capital arranged celebration programmes.

March 27, 2015
March 27, 2015

US cares for Bangladesh: Biswal

US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Nisha Desai Biswal says the United States cares Bangladesh mentioning that Bangladesh-US relations are larger and stronger than ever