Shoppers swarm city malls for last-minute buys

With the Eid only one or two days away, shoppers are pouring into the malls and makeshift shops in the Dhaka city to finish their last-minute buy. The salespersons and people say those who stay... Full story

Eid cards no more popular

The days when greetings cards were a must on the shopping checklist particularly of the young people surely have gone by now with the Internet conveniences gradually taking over their place. Full story

Port city shopping markets bustling with buyers

The port city is caught by ‘Eid shopping’ fever as both modern and traditional shopping malls are bustling with shoppers from all walks of life. Shop owners said that sales are going up as... Full story

City funfairs ready for Eid buzz

With the Eid just round the corner, clean-up goes on at Shishu Park at Shahbagh in the capital on Friday. — Sourav Lasker

The amusement spots in the capital city and on its fringe have gone for considerable makeovers with the Eid-ul-Fitr just days ahead. Special offers with large discounts in tickets at some of the funfairs will be a special attraction to the visitors most of whom will be... Full story

8 muggers held, 4 vehicles recovered

Eight alleged muggers were arrested and stolen fireams, motorvehicles and cellphone were seized from their possession in separate drives in the capital on Thursday and Friday. Full story

RCC forms welfare trust for poor

Rajshahi City Corporation has formed a welfare trust for the poor and distressed people in the city aimed at uplifting their living and livelihood condition through providing them with necessary supports. Full story

Change in temperature unlikely

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely at a few places over Khulna, Barisal, Chittagong and Sylhet divisions and a few places over Dhaka, Rajshahi, Rangpur... Full story