Pohela Boishakh
Don’t increase public discontent by raising soybean oil prices
The new Bengali year did not turn out to be very auspicious for Bangladeshis. The day before Pohela Boishakh (the Bengali New Year), gas prices were raised; the day after, the price of soybean oil increased. Gas prices for new industries went up by 33 percent, and soybean oil rose by Tk 14 per liter. On Tuesday (April 15), Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin made this announcement. After a meeting reviewing the overall situation regarding edible oil imports and supply, the commerce adviser told reporters that the government increased the price of soybean oil in the domestic market based on reduced subsidies, the need to boost revenue collection, and international market prices. However, he stated that this price hike is temporary. He claimed that with increased supply and competition in the market, prices could be brought down in the near future.
There should be no clash between culture and politics
Khairul Anam Shakil. A well-known figure in the cultural sphere. He is a singer and teacher. For a long time, he has been involved in Bangladesh’s cultural activities. In recognition of his contributions to music, the Government of Bangladesh awarded him the country's second-highest civilian honor, the Ekushey Padak, in 2019. He spoke to the Views Bangladesh about the cultural movement in Bangladesh, Pohela Boishakh, Chaitra Sankranti, and several related issues. The interview was conducted by Editorial Assistant Shahadat Hossain Touhid.
Pohela Boishakh festival: A unison in straight line of Bengali identity
At the beginning of the New Year, everyone offers good wishes. I, too, extend greetings—yet not only that. Alongside my well-wishes, I speak of hatred. Hatred—fierce, intense, overwhelming, and sacred! Yes, like everyone else, I extend New Year’s greetings. But I’m not one to greet everyone indiscriminately. For friends, I offer my warmest wishes, but for enemies—never. They deserve only hatred. I direct that hatred at those who exploit Pohela Boishakh, a secular and apolitical festival, by smearing it with political colors to serve their vested interests. If we forgive such people even on this celebratory day, they will take our forgiveness as a sign of weakness and grow even more aggressive in their hostility.
Pohela Boishakh must be celebrated as a non-communal festival
Boishakh is the first month of the Bengali calendar. April 14, or Pohela Boishakh, marks the first day of the Bengali New Year — a celebration deeply rooted in the hearts of Bengalis. As Boishakh approaches, the end of spring is adorned with golden flowers lighting up the surroundings, spreading the radiant beauty of nature. Marigolds fade away, leaving behind their turmeric-hued petals. Unseasonal rain brings forth stunning new blooms, covering green leaves as if to announce their arrival.
Pohela Boishakh's celebration must not be dwindled
We usually use two words in case of referring Bengali New Year--'Son' and 'Sal' (year). 'Sal' is a 'Persian' word while 'Son' is 'Arabic'. Bengali vocabulary contains numerous words borrowed from Arabic and Persian. The name Bangladesh is not even Bengali, Bangla and Desh are Persian words.
What will happen to books on Bangabandhu?
When we think of the two major events that embody the spirit and celebration of the Bengali people, one of them is the Amar Ekushey Book Fair, which runs throughout the month of February at the Bangla Academy and adjacent Suhrawardy Udyan. The other is Pohela Boishakh.
Udichi's Pahela Boishakh programme, statement 'unexpected': Arafat
State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mohammad Ali Arafat on Monday described Bangladesh Udichi Shilpigoshthi's programme defying the directives issued by the government for the sake of public safety and its negative statement as unexpected and unfortunate.
PM sends Eid greetings to leader, deputy leader of opposition in parliament
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday greeted the Leader and Deputy Leader of the Opposition in Parliament on the occasions of Eid-ul-Fitr and Bengali New Year.
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