eid holiday

People with 85.52 lakh SIMs left Dhaka in 4 days

People with a total of 85.52 lakh mobile connections left Dhaka in four days until April 21, as holidaymakers travelled to their homes to celebrate Eid.

The beauty of Eid mornings

There is something magical about Eid mornings.

Are your faaka Dhaka jokes elitist?

Maybe we need to reconsider what we’re deriving entertainment from.

Recipes from around the world

After a heavy dose of rich food during the Eid holidays, the body craves something simpler. Here are some recipes that you could try after the holiday season.

5 lightweight books for your hometown commute this Eid

An enjoyable read, easy to carry, can be a good companion to improve the travel experience

Top 5 short international trips to take during Eid vacation

A short international tour can be the perfect getaway for your Eid holiday plans if you don't have the time to take long vacations. Bringing joy and celebration, Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, with many travel enthusiasts looking for exciting travel destinations to explore during their time off for the Eid vacation. Therefore, here are our top 5 destinations picks to consider for your Eid getaway, whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both.

RMG workers’ holidays to start from April 20: BGMEA

The holidays for the garment workers will start in phases from April 20 as the Eid-ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated on April 22.

On books that became memories over Eid holidays

I remember Ma through her books as well, the little of her thoughts and ideas that she could share with the young me then.

Shops, markets can stay open till 10pm from July 1 to 10

Shopping malls and stores across the country can stay open till 10pm from July 1 to 10 – on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha – the government has decided.

May 8, 2022
May 8, 2022

The Fantasy of an Empty Dhaka

One recurring discourse in Dhaka, especially before and after Eid holidays, is that of an “empty” city. 

May 7, 2022
May 7, 2022

Suspension of activities for Eid congests Ctg port

Untimely loading and unloading of containers has congested Chattogram port, the country’s premier seaport, with container vessels, which remain anchored due to the disruption.

May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022

Use Daulatdia ferry route to return to Dhaka: State Minister urges Eid holidaymakers

State Minister for Shipping Khalid Mahmud Chowdhury today (May 5, 2022) requested the Dhaka-bound passengers to use the Daulatdia route to cross the Padma river as a small number of ferries are operating at Shimulia.

May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022

Govt offices reopen after Eid

Government offices reopened today after Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the biggest religious festivals of Muslims. This year, Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated in Bangladesh on May 3.

May 2, 2022
May 2, 2022

Unbearable Dhaka turns 'likable'

Tanveer and Hamza—both students of class nine, live in Gopibagh. Both of them also like cycling. But their parents never allowed them to go to the main roads or highways with bicycles in fear of accidents.

April 30, 2022
April 30, 2022

Top 5 travel destinations to visit during a monsoon Eid in Bangladesh

Here are the top five travel destinations for you to consider this Eid ul Fitr.

April 30, 2022
April 30, 2022

Most Kuakata hotels booked for Eid

Tourism business in Kuakata is expected to be booming during this Eid holiday as the most of the rooms in 130 residential hotels and motels have been booked already.

April 30, 2022
April 30, 2022

Eid holiday of Sundarbans forest employees cancelled

Forest Department has cancelled the Eid holiday of its staff, including the officials and rangers, working in the Sundarbans.

April 25, 2022
April 25, 2022

How will Eid journey be this time?

Another Eid is nearing, and Dhaka dwellers are planning to leave the city and head home for the holiday. The country is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr with a nine-day holiday – giving people the perfect opportunity to spend time with their near and dear ones outside the capital, at home, or at tourist destinations. People in Dhaka can move around with relative ease; however, holiday-makers are expected to face a difficult situation.

August 1, 2019
August 1, 2019

Road Transport and Highway Division opens control room for smooth Eid journey

Road Transport and Highway Division (RTHD) sets up a central control room in Dhaka to ensure smooth traffic for holidaymakers during the journey of Eid-ul-Azha.

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