Independence Day

Faded blue suitcase

We once lived in Jackson Heights, Queens, New York City. Those days still return to me, especially when my grandmother’s death anniversary comes around.
28 March 2026

PM Tarique meets President Shahabuddin at Bangabhaban on Independence Day

First Bangabhaban visit since Tarique Rahman assumed office
26 March 2026

PM attends exhibition football match at National Stadium

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended an exhibition football match between former national players -- divided into Red and Green teams -- at the National Stadium in Dhaka today, organised to mark the 56th Independence Day. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister urged those involved in the sports arena to build a vibrant sports culture regardless of political differences. "I believe that sports can bring honor to the country and is capable of creating a beautiful bond of friendship and brotherhood among us," he said.
26 March 2026

Literature born from the fight for Bangla

Reading these literary works born from the 1952 Language Movement today reminds us of the sacrifices endured by those who fought for Bangla and shows how literature has always been one of the sharpest ways to preserve memory and keep their struggle alive.
26 March 2026

Warfaze to perform at Manik Mia Avenue today

A special cultural programme has been organised in the capital to mark Bangladesh’s Independence and National Day on March 26 (today), featuring a performance by popular rock band Warfaze.
26 March 2026

President takes salute as PM witnesses Independence Day parade

National Parade Ground hosts display of military strength marking 56th Independence Day
26 March 2026

Trump keen to boost US-Bangladesh relations

US President Donald Trump, in a message to Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, expressed confidence in advancing bilateral relations between the two nations and promoting regional security in the Indo-Pacific.
27 March 2025

Polls just to put a party in power will be unacceptable

National Citizen Party Convener Nahid Islam yesterday said that elections aimed solely at installing a particular party in power, without necessary reforms and justice for the victims of the July uprising, will be “unacceptable”.
26 March 2025

The foreign couple who fought for Bangladesh

In the summer of 1971, as the people of Bangladesh waged a desperate fight for freedom, two foreign voices -- one British, one American -- rose in defiance against the brutal atrocities unfolding thousands of miles from their own homelands.
26 March 2025

Committed to advancing partnership with Bangladesh, Modi writes to Yunus

"I extend my felicitations to you and the people of Bangladesh on the occasion of the National Day of Bangladesh," Modi said.
26 March 2025

Would I be the kind of person to forget history?

Forgetting history and dismissing sacrifices seemed ingrained in Bangalee's nature.
26 March 2025

There is no such thing as a 'second independence': Mirza Abbas

BNP Standing Committee Member Mirza Abbas today dismissed the notion of a "second independence", asserting that such claims undermine the historic Liberation War of 1971
26 March 2025

Yunus pays homage to Liberation War martyrs

The chief adviser placed a wreath at the altar of the memorial around 6:11am
26 March 2025

The legend of Nader gunda

The tale of a fearless freedom fighter from Old Dhaka
25 March 2025

Book recommendations on post-independence history of Bangladesh

A list of books that might help you get started on the political climate of Bangladesh after 1971
12 August 2024

The significance of Bangladesh's Independence Day and Victory Day

The significance of each day in the birth of our nation.
26 March 2024

Special TV guide to celebrate Independence Day

The commemoration of Independence Day holds profound significance for the people of Bangladesh, as it marks the culmination of a hard-fought struggle for freedom. Television channels across the nation are set to honour this historic occasion with a diverse array of programmes, offering viewers a blend of entertainment, reflection, and remembrance.
25 March 2024

7 must-visit monuments in Dhaka on Independence Day

The following are 7 monuments that people can easily visit this Swadhinata Dibosh or The Independence Day, to reconnect with history.
24 March 2024

PM opens military hardware display 2024

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today inaugurated the combined military hardware exhibition on the occasion of Independence Day
24 March 2024

Prothom Alo is the enemy of AL, democracy, country's people: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the daily Prothom Alo is the enemy of Awami League, democracy, and the people of the country
10 April 2023