Eid -ul-Fitr
Dhaka still quiet after Eid holidays
Despite the Eid holidays coming to an end, the megacity Dhaka has not yet returned to its usual hustle and bustle. Although some service holders are seen coming back to the capital, the majority have not.
Memories of Eid and ‘Dipu Number Two’
One of my most vivid memories growing up was discovering the joys of reading during one train journey to Rajshahi, Muhammad Zafar Iqbal's novel of childhood adventures
Taijul cherishes Eid in native Natore
The Daily Star Sports team caught up with Taijul Islam to celebrate the festivities of Eid. The left-arm spinner finds the most joy in his permanent address in Natore. He celebrates the happiness of Eid with his family there. Despite cherishing all the festivities, the 31-year-old did admit to being tight-fisted when it comes to giving away salami.
Fiction / Three stops to Jigatola
Amidst the joyous occasion of Eid greetings and smiles, I stood still in solitude–wearing my red, torn half pants, topless from the navel up
Only books and longing for this year’s Eid
Since I did not have a busy itinerary on Eid days, books were my unwitting companions
Today's selections: Curtain call on Sehri Tales 2023
The top selections in poetry, flash fiction and artwork for Day 29 of the Sehri Tales challenge; prompt: Curtains
‘O mon Ramjan er ei rojar sheshe elo khushir Eid’: On Nazrul and his ode to Eid
Written almost a century ago, Nazrul’s song till today adheres to the cultural conscience of Bengali Muslim society.
Are your faaka Dhaka jokes elitist?
Maybe we need to reconsider what we’re deriving entertainment from.
Over 100 theatres reopening for Eid
With Eid just around the corner, it has been anticipated that a total of nine films would be released on the occasion.
Dhaka still quiet after Eid holidays
Despite the Eid holidays coming to an end, the megacity Dhaka has not yet returned to its usual hustle and bustle. Although some service holders are seen coming back to the capital, the majority have not.
Memories of Eid and ‘Dipu Number Two’
One of my most vivid memories growing up was discovering the joys of reading during one train journey to Rajshahi, Muhammad Zafar Iqbal's novel of childhood adventures
Taijul cherishes Eid in native Natore
The Daily Star Sports team caught up with Taijul Islam to celebrate the festivities of Eid. The left-arm spinner finds the most joy in his permanent address in Natore. He celebrates the happiness of Eid with his family there. Despite cherishing all the festivities, the 31-year-old did admit to being tight-fisted when it comes to giving away salami.
Three stops to Jigatola
Amidst the joyous occasion of Eid greetings and smiles, I stood still in solitude–wearing my red, torn half pants, topless from the navel up
Only books and longing for this year’s Eid
Since I did not have a busy itinerary on Eid days, books were my unwitting companions
Today's selections: Curtain call on Sehri Tales 2023
The top selections in poetry, flash fiction and artwork for Day 29 of the Sehri Tales challenge; prompt: Curtains
‘O mon Ramjan er ei rojar sheshe elo khushir Eid’: On Nazrul and his ode to Eid
Written almost a century ago, Nazrul’s song till today adheres to the cultural conscience of Bengali Muslim society.
Are your faaka Dhaka jokes elitist?
Maybe we need to reconsider what we’re deriving entertainment from.
Over 100 theatres reopening for Eid
With Eid just around the corner, it has been anticipated that a total of nine films would be released on the occasion.
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
