Mangal Shobhajatra
Baishakh comes with good cheer
We must carry new year’s optimism forward and be united for the greater good
A ‘Baishakhi’ rebellion against negativity
In the context of Bangladesh, the festival of Pahela Baishakh is doubly important, as we fought for our right to be Bengali and to speak in Bangla. Therefore, when a legal notice was sent opposing the celebrations of Mangal Shobhajatra, came together to protest that notice.
Is there a Bangalee way to celebrate Pahela Baishakh?
The “Bangalee way” in the sense of a single, linear way is a myth at best, and nationalist propaganda at worst.
A glimpse into the preparations for Mangal Shobhajatra
The Bengali New Year 1430 is just around the corner, and the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Dhaka is a hive of bustling activity. All hands are on deck as the preparations for the Mangal Shobhajatra are in full swing.
JU Baishakh celebrations gloomy over student’s death
Jahangirnagar University (JU) authorities have cut short its central ‘Mangal Shobhajatra (procession of good wishes)’ on the campus marking the Bangla New Year 1426, mourning the death of an English department student last night.
Pahela Baishakh celebrated
Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla calendar, was celebrated across the country amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm despite various restrictions.
Mangal Shobhajatra preparations underway
Pohela Boishakh, the largest festival in Bangladesh, is just around the corner. Mangal Shobhajatra, an integral part of the celebration, is also widely anticipated by all.
No connection between Baishakh celebrations & religion: PM
Describing Pahela Baishakh celebrations as part of the country's tradition, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina calls upon people to stay alert about misinformation regarding the festival.
Festivity all around
The Bangla year 1423 arrives, ushering in renewed vigour and a sense of joy among the Bangalees.
Baishakh comes with good cheer
We must carry new year’s optimism forward and be united for the greater good
A ‘Baishakhi’ rebellion against negativity
In the context of Bangladesh, the festival of Pahela Baishakh is doubly important, as we fought for our right to be Bengali and to speak in Bangla. Therefore, when a legal notice was sent opposing the celebrations of Mangal Shobhajatra, came together to protest that notice.
Is there a Bangalee way to celebrate Pahela Baishakh?
The “Bangalee way” in the sense of a single, linear way is a myth at best, and nationalist propaganda at worst.
A glimpse into the preparations for Mangal Shobhajatra
The Bengali New Year 1430 is just around the corner, and the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Dhaka is a hive of bustling activity. All hands are on deck as the preparations for the Mangal Shobhajatra are in full swing.
JU Baishakh celebrations gloomy over student’s death
Jahangirnagar University (JU) authorities have cut short its central ‘Mangal Shobhajatra (procession of good wishes)’ on the campus marking the Bangla New Year 1426, mourning the death of an English department student last night.
Pahela Baishakh celebrated
Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla calendar, was celebrated across the country amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm despite various restrictions.
Mangal Shobhajatra preparations underway
Pohela Boishakh, the largest festival in Bangladesh, is just around the corner. Mangal Shobhajatra, an integral part of the celebration, is also widely anticipated by all.
No connection between Baishakh celebrations & religion: PM
Describing Pahela Baishakh celebrations as part of the country's tradition, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina calls upon people to stay alert about misinformation regarding the festival.
Festivity all around
The Bangla year 1423 arrives, ushering in renewed vigour and a sense of joy among the Bangalees.
Bangalees celebrate Pahela Baishakh 1422
Thousands of people gathered at Ramna Park and on Dhaka University campus to welcome the Bengali New Year 1422. Authorities concerned chalked out several traditional programmes to celebrate the occasion.
