pahela baisakh

Opinion / Why the backlash against Mongol Shobhojatra is worrying

The backlash against Pahela Baishakh and broader Bengali culture is unlikely to be resolved any time soon.

Baishakh comes with good cheer

We must carry new year’s optimism forward and be united for the greater good

Nothing can dampen the spirits of Charukola students

Preparations underway for celebrating Pahela Baishakh with grandeur

Pahela Baishakh celebration in pictures

Bangalees throughout the country are celebrating Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla calendar, amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm despite various restrictions.

The Ballad of Baishakh

This beige silk sari paired with a red blouse and traditional jewellery makes you stand out, complemented by the reflected gleam of the sun. If you are more about making a statement than just turning heads, this how you cannot go wrong.

Violence against women increasing, says Anisuzzaman

Despite progress of women in different socio-economic and cultural fields, violence against women is continuing to dim their success, speakers say.

No-hilsa campaign worked well

The sale of hilsa dropped significantly at retail markets the day before Pahela Baishakh, thanks to social media campaigns and calls to

In colour, in festivity

The nation in a most colourful way celebrated Pahela Baishakh on Thursday, despite security concerns and a ban on outdoor

Fifty fall sick after having Baishakh feast

At least 50 people became sick after having food at a Pahela Baishakh programme in Kachua upazila town on Thursday.

April 17, 2023
April 17, 2023

Why the backlash against Mongol Shobhojatra is worrying

The backlash against Pahela Baishakh and broader Bengali culture is unlikely to be resolved any time soon.

April 14, 2023
April 14, 2023

Baishakh comes with good cheer

We must carry new year’s optimism forward and be united for the greater good

April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023

Nothing can dampen the spirits of Charukola students

Preparations underway for celebrating Pahela Baishakh with grandeur

April 14, 2019
April 14, 2019

Pahela Baishakh celebration in pictures

Bangalees throughout the country are celebrating Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla calendar, amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm despite various restrictions.

April 3, 2017
April 3, 2017

The Ballad of Baishakh

This beige silk sari paired with a red blouse and traditional jewellery makes you stand out, complemented by the reflected gleam of the sun. If you are more about making a statement than just turning heads, this how you cannot go wrong.

April 18, 2016
April 18, 2016

Violence against women increasing, says Anisuzzaman

Despite progress of women in different socio-economic and cultural fields, violence against women is continuing to dim their success, speakers say.

April 16, 2016
April 16, 2016

Fifty fall sick after having Baishakh feast

At least 50 people became sick after having food at a Pahela Baishakh programme in Kachua upazila town on Thursday.

April 16, 2016
April 16, 2016

In colour, in festivity

The nation in a most colourful way celebrated Pahela Baishakh on Thursday, despite security concerns and a ban on outdoor

April 16, 2016
April 16, 2016

No-hilsa campaign worked well

The sale of hilsa dropped significantly at retail markets the day before Pahela Baishakh, thanks to social media campaigns and calls to

April 14, 2016
April 14, 2016

Hot, sunny day awaits revellers

The weather may remain sunny and hot, taking a toll on hundreds of people going out to celebrate Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bangla New Year, today.