Category Archives: celebration

Ceremonial immersion of Goddess Durga

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Paul Stewart

Demotix Durga Puja, the great religious festival of the Hindu community comes to an end today; in the day of Bijoya Dashamee, the final day of five-day festival. On this very day, the Durga is to be immersed with solemnities … Continue reading →

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Biodiversity in Bangladesh

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Paul Stewart

Biodiversity in Bangladesh? For real? Often touted as the first country to sink under the ocean due to the impending sea level rise due to the effects of climate change I was very pleasantly surprised to receive a link to … Continue reading →

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Dedicated to all Rivers by Molla Sagar

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Paul Stewart

Dedicated to all Rivers by Molla Sagar from 1mile² on Vimeo. Created by Molla Sagar as part of 1mile² Dhaka, 2009. 1mile² inspires communities to explore the cultural and ecological diversity of their neighbourhoods through artistic practice. www.square-mile.net Share this … Continue reading →

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Let the Dead River Flow

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Paul Stewart

Ershad Kamol for The Daily Star Dhaka is celebrating its 400th anniversary as the capital of Bengal proclaimed by the Mughals in the early 17th century. It is a strategic decision by the Mughals considering the economic, navigation and security … Continue reading →

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