Organisers say previous name symbolised oppressive Hasina government, while critics say the move is against Bengali ethos.

In an exclusive interview with ThePrint, Bangladesh ex-minister Mohammad Ali Arafat says interim Yunus govt unconstitutional ...

Subho Noboborsho or Pohela Boishakh, a beloved festival marking the Bengali New Year is officially celebrated today, April 15.

A man reacts as water is splashed on him during the Songkran water festival to celebrate the Thai New Year, 13 April, 2025 ...

Guwahati: On the eve of the Bangladeshi New Year, the interim government chief Professor Muhammad Yunus called upon the ...

The Bengali New Year, or Pohela Boishakh, as traditionally called by the Bengali community members, marks the first day of ...

To celebrate the universal folk festival Pahela Baishakh, marking the Bangla New Year 1432, Bangladesh is in the final stages of preparation. The day is embraced with joy and enthusiasm, symbolising ...

The signatories noted that Pahela Baishakh is a secular cultural tradition observed by people of all communities for centuries and has no religious conflict ...

The once-common beach morning glory vines (Ipomoea pes-caprae) have slowly been disappearing from Cox’s Bazar beach in ...

The Bangladesh Army played a crucial role in maintaining peace and security during major Hindu festivals, ensuring tens of ...

Netrakona, a district town in Bangladesh known for vibrant celebrations, is observing a subdued Basanti Puja amidst political ...

A drive for fairness in hiring led students to overthrow a ruler. Now a new student-led party anchors itself in such values.