Rakher Upobash: Festival of Loknath followers in Narayanganj
During the last 15 days of Bangla month of “Kartik”, the followers of “Loknath” light small lamps and special incense asking for the betterment of their loved ones’ health. They also fast in the name of “Rakh” hence the name “Rakher Upobash”. Also known as “Kartik bhroto”, the festival is held on every Saturday and Tuesday in those 15 days.
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November 25, 2019
Rakher Upobash: Festival of Loknath followers in Narayanganj
During the last 15 days of Bangla month of “Kartik”, the followers of “Loknath” light small lamps and special incense asking for the betterment of their loved ones’ health. They also fast in the name of “Rakh” hence the name “Rakher Upobash”. Also known as “Kartik bhroto”, the festival is held on every Saturday and Tuesday in those 15 days.
November 20, 2019
An aquatic solution to purifying water
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November 15, 2019
Brahmanbaria train accident survivor recounts horror
Dr Minhaj Uddin, who survived the Brahmanbaria train accident, recounts the scenes of horror during an interview with the Star Live.
May 23, 2019
Elora’s art of colourful threads
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April 8, 2019
For the joy of reading The Daily Star
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March 6, 2019
Jobike: An alternative vehicle solution in Dhaka
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January 5, 2019
What’s there in the Currency Museum?
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August 18, 2018
Dream house
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