The programme sought to highlight the values of peace, harmony and humanity associated with Christmas through a range of musical performances, including carol songs and kirtan.

A private man by nature, Alauddin Ali avoided publicity. Music was his chosen language.

Spotify has confirmed that there was unauthorised access to some of its data. However, the company said that its entire music catalogue was not leaked.

Signs of strain have emerged between global K-pop group BTS and their agency HYBE, following remarks by the band’s leader RM suggesting a lack of institutional support.

When cultural institutions crumble, archives burn, and instruments shatter, it is not merely walls that vanish—it is memory, identity, and moral courage. Culture cannot be revised; it is what history has written. Every assault upon it shakes the quiet foundations of a nation’s conscience.

The festival concludes on Saturday with Mahuya Manjari Sunanda performing Rabindranath Tagore’s lesser-known “Bhanga Gaan”.

Rea passed away on Monday, December 22, following hospitalisation for a “short illness”, according to a statement posted on his official social media accounts. No further details about his condition were disclosed.

Singer-songwriter Pantha Kanai is set to release a new song titled “Abar Tora Manush Ho”, continuing his steady run of recent musical releases.

Ferdous Wahid is one of the pioneers of pop music in the country. He has gifted audiences countless timeless songs such as “Mamunia”, “Emon Ekta Ma Dena”, and “Age Jodi Jantam”. Beyond music, he has directed dramas and films, and has also earned acclaim as a television presenter.

Pink Floyd have released a brand-new official music video for "Wish You Were Here", marking the ongoing celebrations surrounding the album’s 50th anniversary edition.

Legendary Bangladeshi rock band Warfaze has announced the postponement of its much-anticipated “Forty Years Legacy Concert Tour” in Bangladesh, citing the country’s current situation and difficulties in obtaining necessary permissions.

The desecration of Chhayanaut, Bangladesh’s preeminent bastion of music and Bengali culture, has prompted an urgent political intervention from one of the nation’s most celebrated musicians, Shayan Chowdhury Arnob.

Noted singer Kanak Chapa has strongly condemned the recent violence and unrest surrounding the death of Sharif Osman Bin Hadi, saying those responsible for attacks, vandalism and arson in the country’s art, literature and cultural spheres can never represent his ideals.

The 44th president shared his yearly roundup of favorite books, movies, and music on Friday, continuing a practice he established while in office. Among the selections were BLACKPINK’s energetic 2025 release “Jump” and the American film “One Battle After Another” starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

Work underway to identify those involved, says Farooki

In a social media post, Minar revealed that he performed alongside Atif Aslam at the university event. The Pakistani artiste praised Minar’s musical talents and offered words of encouragement, urging him to continue his journey in music.

The PIL takes direct aim at what the petitioner describes as a growing culture of false and misleading event advertising in the digital space.

To celebrate the Great Victory Day, a “Great Victory Day Celebration and Cultural Programme” will be held on December 28 with the participation of expatriate Bangladeshis living in Portugal.

A fraud case has been filed in a Dhaka court against organisers, including a co-founder of Main Stage Inc, following the cancellation of Pakistani singer Atif Aslam's December 13 concert and the alleged failure to refund tickets.

Titled “Apon Aloy Shahid Mahmud Jangi: Gaaney Gaaney Souttor,” the programme brought together musicians, writers, and cultural figures to reflect on Jangi’s contribution to Bangladeshi music. The event was organised by Ajob Karkhana.