Independence Day

Book recommendations on post-independence history of Bangladesh

A list of books that might help you get started on the political climate of Bangladesh after 1971

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 26, 2015
March 26, 2015

Nation celebrates 45th Independence Day

The nation is celebrating the 45th Independence and National Day today with due solemnity and festivity

March 26, 2015
March 26, 2015

Google celebrates Bangladesh Independence Day

The most popular search engine, Google, has outlaid its cover page with green and red portraying the essence of Bangladesh's independence

March 25, 2015
March 25, 2015

President invites Khaleda on Independence Day

President Abdul Hamid invites BNP Chief Khaleda at his official residence Bangabhaban in Dhaka to attend programme marking the Independence Day tomorrow

March 24, 2015
March 24, 2015

Brief relief from hartal

The countrymen will get a relief from hartal on a working day for the second time since February 1 as the BNP-led 20-party alliance will not extend the shutdown

March 23, 2015
March 23, 2015

A journey through light and shadow

BANGLADESH'S War of Independence in 1971 was the culmination of a prolonged movement for emancipation from economic, political and cultural subjugation by West Pakistan.

March 16, 2015
March 16, 2015

Photography exhibition marking Independence Day

A two-day photography exhibition marking Independence Day celebrations by Alokchitra Shilpi Sangsad (Ashis), Mymensingh concluded at Chatugoan in Haluaghat upazila on Sunday.

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