DHAKA, Mar 16, 2026 (BSS) - The holy Shab-e-Qadr, also known as Lailatul Qadr (the Night of Decree or Power), when the first verses of the Holy Quran were revealed to Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH), is being observed across the country tonight. "On the occasion of the holy Lailatul Qadr, I extend my heartfelt greetings and mubarakbad to all Muslims around the world, including the countrymen," he said in a message issued on Sunday. The prime minister said Lailatul Qadr is a glorious and blessed night when the Holy Quran was revealed in the holy month of Ramadan. Tarique Rahman prayed to Allah Almighty that infinite mercy and blessings of the holy Lailatul Qadr are poured in on all. May the glory of the holy Lailatul Qadr bring peace, harmony and welfare to our lives," he added.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 16, 2026 17:53 UTC