As Bangladesh prepares to welcome Eid al-Fitr, meteorologists have issued warnings of potential thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and Kalbaishakhi (nor’wester) storms that may disrupt festivities and outdoor congregational prayers across the country. The Bangladesh Weather Observation Team (BDWOT) has emphasised that this year’s pre- and post-Eid period could see unusually active storm conditions. Speaking on Thursday, […]

With Eid al-Fitr approaching, the Ministry of Road Transport and Bridges has stepped up operations to combat overcharging and passenger harassment on roads across Dhaka and other regions of Bangladesh. Mobile courts have been deployed in strategic locations, issuing fines to errant transport operators and ensuring that any excess fares collected are promptly returned to […]

In a remarkable continuation of a century-old tradition, over 200 devout followers of the Qadriya Sufi order across five villages in Begumganj, Kabirhat, and Noakhali Sadar upazilas will observe Eid al-Fitr a day earlier than the national celebration. This observance aligns with the lunar calendar used in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the spiritual and historical adherence […]

In a major enforcement operation in Bhurungamari, Kurigram, nearly 800 bags of government-supplied rice were confiscated from three private warehouses during a midnight raid, raising serious concerns about the illegal stockpiling and potential diversion of food aid intended for vulnerable populations. The operation occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, 18 March, near Kashim Bazar […]

A shocking act of violence in Pirojpur Sadar has left five people injured after a businessman’s refusal to pay an extortion demand sparked an armed attack at his home. The incident underscores the persistent threats faced by local entrepreneurs and the ongoing challenges of law enforcement in tackling organised intimidation. The attack took place on […]

As the festive season of Eid al-Fitr draws near, the music industry is witnessing a surge of new releases. Among them is a notably intimate and emotionally resonant project by Bangladeshi singer-composer Zahid Nirob, who is preparing to unveil a unique collaboration featuring members of his own family. The song, titled “Shukriya Hasnah”, is rooted […]