Eid -ul-Fitr

Tourism industry in Cox’s Bazar eyes Tk 700cr revenue during Eid

Currently, over 100,000 people are visiting Cox's Bazar daily

Eid Day 1: What to watch on television

Television channels pull out all the stops during Eid, offering a colourful blend of dramas, musical shows, film premieres, and special children’s programmes to keep viewers engaged throughout the festivities. As the most widely accessible medium, TV networks curate a vibrant schedule of fiction and entertainment centred around the joy of Eid.

Book review: Fiction / A tapestry of traditions, joy, and growth

Beyond the celebration of Eid, this book also explores themes of love, loss, and the grief of spending a special occasion without a loved one.

Eid tomorrow as moon sighted

Muslims across Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow (Monday) after a month of fasting

Eid in a time of uncertainty and change

To bring back confidence, the rule of law must be established.

Boishakhi TV unveils star-studded Eid drama lineup

This Eid-ul-Fitr, Boishakhi Television is bringing a wide range of dramas featuring some of the most popular faces in the Bangladeshi television industry. The channel has curated a diverse selection of single-episode dramas, mini-series, and mega-serials that will air throughout the festive week.

Eid gifting 101: Thoughtful presents your mom will cherish

Make Eid special with a unique gift for your mum. Treat her to a spa day, a kitchen gadget, a personalised memory book, a culinary experience, a weekend getaway, a curated gift basket, or a luxurious tea set.

Pastels or bold colours? Eid fashion dilemma 2025

Eid 2024 fashion blends pastels and bold hues, featuring sarees, anarkalis, kaftans, and kameez sets. Hand embroidery, flowing silhouettes, and statement accessories elevate looks, embracing tradition and modernity with elegance and individuality.

Rana celebrating a ‘different Eid’

Just four years ago, Rana was nowhere near competitive cricket. The 21-year-old, who picked up a cricket ball for the first time after crossing 18, has made it to the national team in express speed.

April 8, 2024
April 8, 2024

Shafiq Tuhin to bring musical icons together for originals

On this very rare occasion, Rabindra and Nazrul Sangeet legends Rezwana Choudhury Bannya, Fatema Tuz Zohra, Khairul Anam Shakil, Adity Mohsin, Fahim Hossain Chowdhury, and Sheikh Jasim will sing six original songs penned and composed by Shafiq Tuhin.

April 8, 2024
April 8, 2024

Preparing your living room for Eid celebrations

To ease this delightful quest, here are some tips and ideas to bring your living room to life for the upcoming Eid!

March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024

Puja Chery starrer ‘Lipstick’ set for Eid release

Due to the National Parliamentary Elections 2024 and the surge in Bollywood film releases in Bangladesh, producers were waiting for favourable time to release their films. They intend to have a window to acquire profits and the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr seems like a perfect opportunity.

April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023

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.

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

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

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

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.

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

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

April 23, 2023
April 23, 2023

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

April 21, 2023
April 21, 2023

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

April 21, 2023
April 21, 2023

‘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.