Bangladesh Commemorates Shab-e-Barat with Prayers and Charitable Acts

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 Ministry of Religious Affairs has opened pre-registration for the Hajj 2027 for Non-Resident Bangladeshi (NRB) citizens.

The National Moon Sighting Committee has announced that Akheri Chahar Shamba will be observed across Bangladesh on August 12.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has announced extensive security arrangements for the upcoming Ratha Yatra procession.

Israel has declared it will not withdraw from the Gaza Strip until Hamas is genuinely disarmed, according to a political source.

Administrator of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) inaugurated 'i Tech & Consultancy' to facilitate global job opportunities.

A heartwarming story of transformation and hope for a beggar in Mymensingh.

Seventeen leaders and activists of the Awami League (AL) and its affiliated organizations were arrested during a police raid in Dhaka's Mirpur-12 area.

The dengue outbreak shows no signs of abating as one more person died and 153 new cases were reported in the past 24 hours.

Inspector General of Police Md Ali Hossain Fakir emphasizes Bangladesh Police's commitment to achieving excellence in sports alongside law enforcement duties.

The Bangladesh Hockey Federation (BHF) is set to conduct a mental performance workshop for national hockey players.

Dr Zubaida Rahman, Vice-President of the Ziaur Rahman Foundation, has called for the establishment of a nationwide database to track individuals affected by thalassaemia and other congenital rare diseases.

Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu MP emphasized the importance of every citizen planting at least one tree to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable ecological future.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing the highest level of support to thalassemia patients during the Blood Donor Recognition 2026 ceremony.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has announced a seven-day 'crash program' to control dengue and ensure proper waste management in Kamrangirchar.

Attorney General Barrister Md Ruhul Quddus Kazal emphasizes that ensuring justice for people is the greatest source of satisfaction.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman personally drove through various roads under the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) to inspect the city’s cleanliness.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is grappling with its largest Ebola outbreak, surpassing 3,500 cases.

The Asian Football Confederation has joined UEFA and CONCACAF in condemning FIFA's proposed private investment plan, expressing concerns over a potential World Cup boycott.

Social Welfare Minister Abu Zafar Md. Zahid Hossain emphasizes the importance of tree plantation for environmental balance.

Bangladesh Railway has announced a series of measures to prevent stone-throwing incidents on moving trains and enhance safety and security.

Victoria Sporting Club achieved a decisive 2-0 victory against Kollol Sangha in the Second Division U-18 Football League.