Rash Mela

Rash Mela begins; no fair this year

This event will continue till Saturday, drawing devotees for prayers and holy dips. As per the forest department, entry to the Sundarbans requires prior approval and a designated fee to be paid at an authorised office.

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Rash festival in Dublar Char cancelled due to cyclone ‘Bulbul

Bagerhat district administration decides to cancel the traditional ‘Rash Mela’ festival in Dublar Char in the Sundarbans area sensing adverse impact of cyclone Bulbul.

OC closed after Dinajpur temple blasts

Officer-in-charge of Kaharol Police Station has been closed to the office of Superintendent of Police in Dinajpur hours after the blasts at Kantaji temple that left 10 people injured.

November 14, 2024
November 14, 2024

Rash Mela begins; no fair this year

This event will continue till Saturday, drawing devotees for prayers and holy dips. As per the forest department, entry to the Sundarbans requires prior approval and a designated fee to be paid at an authorised office.

May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024

What’s holding us back from celebrating our cultural diversity?

To appreciate and honour our cultural diversity, we must oppose extremist forces and implement inclusive policies.

November 8, 2019
November 8, 2019

Rash festival in Dublar Char cancelled due to cyclone ‘Bulbul

Bagerhat district administration decides to cancel the traditional ‘Rash Mela’ festival in Dublar Char in the Sundarbans area sensing adverse impact of cyclone Bulbul.

December 5, 2015
December 5, 2015

OC closed after Dinajpur temple blasts

Officer-in-charge of Kaharol Police Station has been closed to the office of Superintendent of Police in Dinajpur hours after the blasts at Kantaji temple that left 10 people injured.