, Feb. 3 -- e-Barat, the night of fortune and forgiveness, will be observed in the country on Tuesday night with due religious solemnity and devotion.

It is observed on the 15th night of the Arabic month of Sha'ban.

According to Muslim belief, it is the night when Allah arranges the affairs of the following year.

On this night, Allah writes the destinies of all his creations for the coming year by taking into account their past deeds.

Muslim devotees will offer special prayers, reciting from the Holy Quran and also hold religious gatherings seeking divine blessings for the wellbeing of the mankind.

Bangladesh Television, Bangladesh Betar, and private TV channels and radio stations will air special programmes, highlighting the signifi...