The history of the Shobhajatra dates back only from 1989, yet Mangal Shobhajatra is now a signature event in the celebration of Pahela Baishakh; inseparable from our renewed mindset as Bengalis.

At long last Baishakh is here. We bid adieu to all that is old and weary, making way for new and auspicious tidings. The time to celebrate life in all its glory is here, and a sense of rejuvenation and renewal is prevalent all around. This festive energy touches every aspect of Bengali life, as we like to embrace the spirit of Baishakh wholeheartedly!

Celebrate the best of Bangla New Year with Anjan's theme based colourful clothes. Traditional red and white with architectural designs, shital pati, kantha stitch etc. are the inspirations for this collection.

The Summer 2018 fashion trends are nothing less than bright, bold and beautiful, and these trends are prominently reflected in the SS'18 collection of Le Reve which has just launched in the stores.

Jahangir Hossain is a talented artist, and his latest exhibition is a must-see for every connoisseur of modern Bangladeshi paintings. The opening ceremony is scheduled for today, Tuesday, at 5PM. Giuseppe Semenza, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Italy, Rubana Huq, MD of Mohammadi Group, and artist Jamal Ahmed are expected to be present on the occasion.

Jewellery pieces are not just a symbol of wealth but also a way of making new memories. This Pahela Baishakh create a special memory by partaking in the celebrations at the main branch of Jarwa House in Gulshan. They will be hosting a mela, but unlike past years they have gone with a more traditional theme for 1425 by hiring students from Charukola to help with the decorations.

Grameen Uniqlo has brought exclusive designs in their Bashakhi collection for young fashion enthusiasts. This year they are showcasing their collection of trendy and traditional outfits in bold bright colours.

As the scorching summer approaches, your best light wear is already out and you are preparing to welcome Baishakh. Just as your wardrobe is fashionably light and festive, your footwear too has to match the mood! No worries on that front though; Apex has a trendy, fashionable lineup for the fashion forward as well as those who are looking to match tradition with comfort.

To capture the full vibrancy of Baishakh, the children's lineup from Kay Kraft features bright colours. Various patterns and cuts are the key focus with fabrics like cotton, linen and many more.

To welcome and celebrate the start of Baishakh, Khazana is offering guests the 'Opar Bangla Mahabhoj' for lunch and dinner. Celebrity chef Panchali Dutta is being specially flown in from Kolkata to provide authentic flavours of Opar Bangla Cuisine. She will interact with the guests to familiarise them with the authentic cuisine from West Bengal, and share interesting trivia also. Special cooking workshops will be held for the guests on selected days.

Celebrate Pahela Baishakh with one-of-a-kind offerings at Amari Dhaka. The Amaya Food Gallery will feature 'Aatmishali Utshob' – featuring eight different cuisines from eight divisions of Bangladesh.

Balancing traditional designs and fashionable modern trends this Baishakh, Ambor is ready to grace your wardrobe with their best collection of saris.

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Quasem industries has started manufacturing a new body spray Wave. This is the first time a body spray is being made in Bangladesh. It was formally launched at the “Quasem Industries Conference 2018”.

Exclusive designs are now available from Muslim collection for the coming Baishakh. Considering the demand and trend, they are offering quality formal and casual shirts as well as t-shirts, polo shirts and many more.

With the blinding morning rays breaking through the changing clouds, the harbinger of new beginnings envelops the land of Bangladesh in true zeal and splendour. It is Pahela Baishakh once again and the dominating rush of reasserting the glorified Bengali spirit has us enchanted, with the spell working its charm from the very break of early dawn.

Without a doubt, Baishakh is the most awaited season in the Bengali calendar. What could be more uplifting than the warm sun filtering through the windows and clear blue skies?

In search of sushi, a group of six friends would always end up on the 'other side' of Dhaka. Their common love for the gastronomy world, specifically pan Asian/Asian fusion food led to the realisation that Dhanmondi lacked a descent eatery that offered the authentic flavours of Thai, Vietnamese, and Japanese cuisine.

Fashion house Megh is ready to welcome Baishakh with the traditional red and white, along with a mix of other colours to make comfortable wears. The collection includes panjabi, kamiz, children's frocks etc.