pahela baisakh

Cultural heritage in a bowl: The taste of Bogura’r doi

Bogura, once a quaint town, is now a bustling metropolis, but its legendary curd, Bogura’r doi, remains a symbol of tradition. This gourmet delight blends age-old recipes with the finest local ingredients. Artisans meticulously craft it, starting with fresh cow’s milk, boiled and reduced, then fermented in clay pots.

Chaitra Sankranti: How do we detox our social body?

Gang culture, partisan politics, and hapless youth cannot be part of the algorithm needed for a Smart Bangladesh.

Gambhir offers sweets to reporters for ‘Pahela Baishakh’

“It’s New Years tomorrow [today], so we have got sweets for you guys. So please feel free and put some calories on,” Gambhir said before distributing rasgullas.

Chhayanaut’s call to celebrate humanity this Bangla New Year

Since its inception in the 1960s as a form of resistance against Pakistani rule, Chhayanaut's New Year celebration at Ramna Batamul in Dhaka has become a hallmark event, marking the commencement of the Bangla New Year’s festivities.

Animesh Aich’s ‘Maya’ to stream on OTT this Pohela Baishakh

Animesh told The Daily Star, “I was thinking about directing a film based on my favourite author. ‘Maya’ has a special place in my heart. I feel extremely happy to be able to work on this project.”

Opinion / Why the backlash against Mongol Shobhojatra is worrying

The backlash against Pahela Baishakh and broader Bengali culture is unlikely to be resolved any time soon.

Baishakh comes with good cheer

We must carry new year’s optimism forward and be united for the greater good

Nothing can dampen the spirits of Charukola students

Preparations underway for celebrating Pahela Baishakh with grandeur

Pahela Baishakh celebration in pictures

Bangalees throughout the country are celebrating Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla calendar, amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm despite various restrictions.

August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024

Cultural heritage in a bowl: The taste of Bogura’r doi

Bogura, once a quaint town, is now a bustling metropolis, but its legendary curd, Bogura’r doi, remains a symbol of tradition. This gourmet delight blends age-old recipes with the finest local ingredients. Artisans meticulously craft it, starting with fresh cow’s milk, boiled and reduced, then fermented in clay pots.

April 16, 2024
April 16, 2024

Chaitra Sankranti: How do we detox our social body?

Gang culture, partisan politics, and hapless youth cannot be part of the algorithm needed for a Smart Bangladesh.

April 14, 2024
April 14, 2024

Gambhir offers sweets to reporters for ‘Pahela Baishakh’

“It’s New Years tomorrow [today], so we have got sweets for you guys. So please feel free and put some calories on,” Gambhir said before distributing rasgullas.

April 7, 2024
April 7, 2024

Chhayanaut’s call to celebrate humanity this Bangla New Year

Since its inception in the 1960s as a form of resistance against Pakistani rule, Chhayanaut's New Year celebration at Ramna Batamul in Dhaka has become a hallmark event, marking the commencement of the Bangla New Year’s festivities.

March 29, 2024
March 29, 2024

Animesh Aich’s ‘Maya’ to stream on OTT this Pohela Baishakh

Animesh told The Daily Star, “I was thinking about directing a film based on my favourite author. ‘Maya’ has a special place in my heart. I feel extremely happy to be able to work on this project.”

April 17, 2023
April 17, 2023

Why the backlash against Mongol Shobhojatra is worrying

The backlash against Pahela Baishakh and broader Bengali culture is unlikely to be resolved any time soon.

April 14, 2023
April 14, 2023

Baishakh comes with good cheer

We must carry new year’s optimism forward and be united for the greater good

April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023

Nothing can dampen the spirits of Charukola students

Preparations underway for celebrating Pahela Baishakh with grandeur

April 14, 2019
April 14, 2019

Pahela Baishakh celebration in pictures

Bangalees throughout the country are celebrating Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla calendar, amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm despite various restrictions.

April 3, 2017
April 3, 2017

The Ballad of Baishakh

This beige silk sari paired with a red blouse and traditional jewellery makes you stand out, complemented by the reflected gleam of the sun. If you are more about making a statement than just turning heads, this how you cannot go wrong.