Ramadan
Old traditions of Ramadan moon sighting
People used to gather at Ahsan Manzil, Boro Katra, Choto Katra, and Hussaini Dalan to spot the crescent moon.
14 March 2024, 07:21 AM
What it takes to play sports while fasting
Playing any sort of sport while fasting — be it casual or at a professional level — is no easy task.
14 March 2024, 00:00 AM
With Ramadan returning, should classes be online?
When we speak of learning being efficient, it is important to remember that the traffic in Dhaka city really works against everyone.
13 March 2024, 21:00 PM
Money saving tips you can use this Ramadan
Navigating these precarious financial waters may seem daunting, yet with careful expenditure and thoughtful strategies, even saving during this holy month is totally doable. With that said, here are some practical ways on how you can potentially save during this Ramadan.
13 March 2024, 12:00 PM
This Ramadan, let's reduce food waste
What we see at the end of iftar parties are big piles of food waste and plastic pollution—not good for the environment or for the spiritual well-being of those who are involved in such practices.
13 March 2024, 01:00 AM
Planning to quit smoking this Ramadan? Let us help you with 7 basic tips
The holy month is here, marked by fasting, prayer, reflection, and self-discipline. While observing self-restraint, one can align with the spiritual goals of the time and combine to nurture good health practices. Nicotine addiction is both physical and psychological and while quitting smoking can be tough, with the right habits and strategies you can give up smoking for good.
12 March 2024, 11:42 AM
Sehri, Iftar timings of Ramadan 2024
The Islamic Foundation has released sehri and iftar timing for Dhaka city dwellers for Ramadan 2024, the lunar month of self-purification through fasting and abstinence, which started from today..Dhaka residents finished taking their sehri for the first Ramadan at 4:51am today and will bre
12 March 2024, 07:40 AM
Embrace the essence of Ramadan: Making Taraweeh a success
The month of Ramadan is sacred and the Taraweeh (also spelled Tarabi) prayer is particularly blessed. While it can also be read at home, many Muslims make it a point to visit the mosque and offer the prayers in congregation.
11 March 2024, 10:39 AM
Re-invent cool drinks for Ramadan with ISPI
Here are 5 recipes you can try with ISPI this Ramadan for iftar, or a special dinner.
10 March 2024, 10:43 AM
Milk, eggs and meat to be sold at lower prices at 30 points in capital
The Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock will set up 30 points in the capital to sell milk, eggs, meat, and fish at affordable prices throughout the month of Ramadan
10 March 2024, 10:36 AM
Pro tips for better dishwashing during Ramadan
After a day of fasting, fatigue often sets in, and the task of washing dishes can feel burdensome, particularly following a satisfying iftar. The dishwashing exercise can easily spiral out of control during iftar parties as you cater for a large number of guests.
10 March 2024, 10:33 AM
Essentials in Ramadan: Dollar crisis, hoarding jack up prices
With Ramadan less than two months away, the prices of chickpeas, dried peas, dates, and soybean oil have increased in Dhaka and Chattogram.
20 January 2024, 18:00 PM
Zero margin import facility sought for six essential commodities
Traders made the demand for onion, edible oil, sugar, lentil, chickpeas, dates
3 January 2024, 11:09 AM
Galtier denies 'King Kong' description of player was racist
Former Nice coach Christophe Galtier said Friday via his lawyers that the investigation into claims of harassment and discrimination made against him lacked "impartiality", as prosecutors asked he be handed a one-year suspended prison sentence.
15 December 2023, 21:16 PM
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
21 April 2023, 16:28 PM
‘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.
21 April 2023, 13:23 PM
Have a safe and joyous Eid
Eid comes at trying times but together we can forge ahead
21 April 2023, 09:45 AM
‘Sugar’: Sehri Tales selections, Day 28
The top selections in poetry, flash fiction and artwork for Day 28 of the Sehri Tales challenge; prompt: Sugar
20 April 2023, 16:28 PM
5 lightweight books for your hometown commute this Eid
An enjoyable read, easy to carry, can be a good companion to improve the travel experience
20 April 2023, 00:50 AM
‘Total’: Sehri Tales selections, Day 27
The top selections in poetry, flash fiction and artwork for Day 27 of the Sehri Tales challenge; prompt: Total
19 April 2023, 16:30 PM