Whenever an oppressive force tried to forcefully take their land and rice, the people of this country conjured up such resistance that even the strongest of forces had to retreat.

Much has changed since 1971, but much more needs to going forward

She paid glowing tributes to the father of the nation by placing a wreath at his portrait in front of Bangabandhu Memorial Museum at Dhanmondi 32 in the capital this morning

Veteran singer Runa Laila is set to sing a patriotic song titled “Bangladesh” featuring 100 children from the Bangladesh Shishu Academy, adding more significance to the special day.