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Bangladeshi Student Develops Robot

While computers have taken over many jobs and made administrative duties much simpler, there is yet again another threat to the value of human labor. While some look at scrap materials as mere junk, it is gold in the eyes of Bangladeshi student Feroz Ahmed Siddiky. Although not entirely complete, Siddiky revealed his two years of hard labor to the world, IRobo.

Discover the Amazing Wildlife of Karamjol

To appreciate and to view the most precious species of Bangladesh’s wildlife, thousands of visitors make their way to Karamjol, a ranger station deep in the forest that also serves as a deer-breeding center. Bangladesh has some exquisite wildlife species that are unique to the country, and Karamjol is one of the gateways to the majestic wildlife sanctuary, Sundarban.

Bishwa Ijtema – A Peaceful Religious Gathering

Amongst the festivals in Bangladesh, the Bishwa Ijtema is by far one of the most popular congregational gatherings, and has become an international event. It is not exactly certain when the first Bishwa Ijtema was held, with some speculating that this event started in 1946. One aspect of this religious gathering that has remained the same over time is that the Tablighi Jamaat of Bangladesh organizes it each year. Starting out as a small event that was attended by a few Muslim followers, it has grown into a massive event that is attended by millions from all over the world.

Rainbow Film Society – Highlighting Bangladeshi Film

The Rainbow Film Society has been operating in Bangladesh since 1977 and has remained dedicated to the world of Bangladeshi filmmaking. Most visitors who travel to Bangladesh do not realize that the country has an extremely vibrant and busy film industry. The focus on Bollywood has become so great that few stop to look at the talented directors, actors and producers that work within the Bangladeshi film industry.

Nabanna

Historically speaking, Bangladesh is an agricultural country which has always enjoyed celebrating a variety of festivals. Each festival pays homage to a different aspect from their daily lives - from the end of the harvest to their abundance of gods. In particular the Nabanna festival is a cultural festival which is practiced predominantly by rural society while the city dwellers in general have not adopted this as a standard practice. This has caused minor controversy between the two particular groups.

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