Bangladesh Observes Christmas with Religious Rituals and Festivities

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced the start date for primary registration for Hajj 2027.

Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman emphasized the need to treat every citizen with equal dignity and rights, irrespective of religion.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon stated that all citizens, regardless of religion, enjoy equal rights in Bangladesh, as enshrined in the country's constitution.

The nine-day Rath Yatra festival of Lord Jagannath concluded today with the Ulto Rath Yatra marking the deities' return to the main temple.

The nine-day Rath Yatra festival, one of the most significant religious festivals of the Hindus, will conclude tomorrow with the grand celebration of Ulto Rath Yatra.

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced the 2027 Hajj packages, with the minimum package starting at Taka 513,648 and the airfare reduced to Taka 130,000.

Bangladesh's Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain Kaikobad has requested the Saudi government to keep the backup accommodation quota for Bangladesh pilgrims at 1% for the 2027 Hajj.

The Ratha Yatra, one of the most significant Hindu festivals, commenced today in Dhaka with thousands of devotees participating.

The Ratha Yatra festival, dedicated to Sri Jagannath Dev, was celebrated in Chattogram with great religious fervor.

State Minister for Land and Chattogram Hill Tracts Affairs Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin highlights Bangladesh's potential to become an exemplar of communal harmony.

Local Government Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir inaugurated the Shri Shri Jagannath Dev's Rath Yatra Festival, emphasizing communal harmony.

Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid underscored the government's commitment to ensuring religious freedom and preserving communal harmony during his address at the Rath Yatra festival.

The Chattogram division of BNP commemorated the second anniversary of the July Uprising, celebrating it as the result of a 17-year democratic struggle.

On the anniversary of their passing, Attorney General Md Ruhul Quddus Kazol and new law officers visited the graves of Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia.

Rangpur district is preparing for an elaborate celebration of July Uprising Day, with events honoring martyrs and engaging the community.

Bangladesh FIDE Master Tahsin Tazwar Zia defeated Serbian International Master Kirill Klukin in the Rudar XXXV-A Grandmasters Chess Tournament.

A severe heatwave in South Korea has claimed 19 lives and caused numerous heat-related illnesses.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized that the success of the July Movement was due to the people's desire for change.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon called for the creation of enduring state and social institutions inspired by the July Mass Uprising, emphasizing the need to break the cycle of political unrest.

Spain has assured its European Union partners that the Schengen zone is intact despite a recent influx of migrants into Ceuta, with 70,000 of the 72,000 returned to Morocco.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have reached an all-time high of $36.59 billion, bolstering the nation's economic stability.

Bangladesh and Malaysia aim to enhance cooperation in agriculture, fisheries, and livestock, with a focus on halal meat exports and technology exchange.

Passport seekers in Khulna have expressed satisfaction with the smooth and hassle-free services provided by the Khulna Divisional Passport and Visa Office, eliminating the need for brokers.

Austria set a new all-time high temperature of 40.8C in Vienna, breaking the previous record from 2013.

August 4, 2026, marked a pivotal day in the history of the July Uprising, with widespread participation and significant events in Rajshahi.

The active participation of BNP leaders and activists significantly accelerated the momentum of the July Uprising in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh is grappling with a severe dengue fever outbreak, recording 530 new cases in the past 24 hours.

The Chattogram Education Board has announced the resumption of the postponed Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) exams, starting August 20, 2026.

Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman stressed the vital role of paralegals in public service and justice accessibility.

A container ship that became stranded in the Chattogram Port channel has been successfully salvaged without disrupting port activities.