Durga puja

Late-night clash between police, people of Hindu community in Old Dhaka

Police and locals of the Hindu community locked in a clash in Patuatuli area of Old Dhaka late last night when the latter was going to immerse idols in Buriganga river.

REFLECTIONS / Durga and the Bangali identity crisis

I am compelled to ask what being a Bangali even means today: What shapes our ethnic identity?

Where prayers and puja meet

Moulvibazar’s Juri upazila is home to a somewhat unique religious site. On a shared courtyard, built on deep mutual respect, the Bhuai Jame Mosque and Bhuai Durga Puja Mandap have been a beacon of communal harmony and coexistence for years.

Police yet to identify bottle thrower

Police are yet to identify the man who threw what locals said was a molotov cocktail at idols of a puja mandap in the capital’s Tanti Bazar on Friday night.

Build a nation protecting rights of everyone

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday said people should aim to build a Bangladesh where no one’s right is infringed upon.

Where to catch the beats and bhog: Dhaka's top Durga Puja pandals

Upon Durga’s arrival, a familiar street corner, neighbouring colony, a quiet parking lot, or an abandoned open field turn into pandals overnight, adorned with lights and colours, ready to welcome the goddess. Whether you are strolling through the street pandals or gathering with friends at a temple, there are a few key spots in Dhaka that you simply cannot miss.

Durga Puja, a festival of faith and togetherness

As dawn breaks and the first rays of sunlight  streams through your window, you hear the rhythmic beat of drums and the joyful clanging of cymbals coming from a nearby temple.

Kushum Shikder’s ‘Shoroter Joba’ hits theatres today

Kushum Shikder’s “Shoroter Joba”, originally a short story published in a 2017 Eid special magazine issue, has now been adapted into a full-length feature film. The movie makes its grand debut today, with screenings at Star Cineplex and Jamuna Blockbuster.

Durga Puja delights: A lineup of new dramas and festive songs

The five-day-long Durga Puja festivities kick off today. To celebrate, new songs have been released, and fresh dramas are set to premiere on TV and YouTube. Here’s a glimpse of some notable entertainment highlights for Durga Puja.

October 14, 2024
October 14, 2024

Late-night clash between police, people of Hindu community in Old Dhaka

Police and locals of the Hindu community locked in a clash in Patuatuli area of Old Dhaka late last night when the latter was going to immerse idols in Buriganga river.

October 13, 2024
October 13, 2024

Durga and the Bangali identity crisis

I am compelled to ask what being a Bangali even means today: What shapes our ethnic identity?

October 13, 2024
October 13, 2024

Where prayers and puja meet

Moulvibazar’s Juri upazila is home to a somewhat unique religious site. On a shared courtyard, built on deep mutual respect, the Bhuai Jame Mosque and Bhuai Durga Puja Mandap have been a beacon of communal harmony and coexistence for years.

October 13, 2024
October 13, 2024

Police yet to identify bottle thrower

Police are yet to identify the man who threw what locals said was a molotov cocktail at idols of a puja mandap in the capital’s Tanti Bazar on Friday night.

October 13, 2024
October 13, 2024

Build a nation protecting rights of everyone

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday said people should aim to build a Bangladesh where no one’s right is infringed upon.

October 12, 2024
October 12, 2024

Where to catch the beats and bhog: Dhaka's top Durga Puja pandals

Upon Durga’s arrival, a familiar street corner, neighbouring colony, a quiet parking lot, or an abandoned open field turn into pandals overnight, adorned with lights and colours, ready to welcome the goddess. Whether you are strolling through the street pandals or gathering with friends at a temple, there are a few key spots in Dhaka that you simply cannot miss.

October 12, 2024
October 12, 2024

Durga Puja, a festival of faith and togetherness

As dawn breaks and the first rays of sunlight  streams through your window, you hear the rhythmic beat of drums and the joyful clanging of cymbals coming from a nearby temple.

October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024

Kushum Shikder’s ‘Shoroter Joba’ hits theatres today

Kushum Shikder’s “Shoroter Joba”, originally a short story published in a 2017 Eid special magazine issue, has now been adapted into a full-length feature film. The movie makes its grand debut today, with screenings at Star Cineplex and Jamuna Blockbuster.

October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024

Durga Puja delights: A lineup of new dramas and festive songs

The five-day-long Durga Puja festivities kick off today. To celebrate, new songs have been released, and fresh dramas are set to premiere on TV and YouTube. Here’s a glimpse of some notable entertainment highlights for Durga Puja.

October 9, 2024
October 9, 2024

Banks to remain closed nationwide tomorrow for Durga Puja

Bangladesh Bank issued a separate notice through its Department of Offsite Supervision, informing banks of the closure late last night