The Russian House in Dhaka, in collaboration with Paul’s Academy, organized a vibrant event celebrating the birthday of Father Frost, the legendary Russian winter figure. The event featured a children's drawing competition titled "Happy Birthday, Father Frost", which saw participation from more than 150 students from the Paul’s Academy chain of schools. Alongside the competition, students enjoyed a screening of the Russian animated fantasy series "The Adventures of Peter & the Wolf", produced by the renowned Soyuzmultfilm animation studio. The celebration concluded with winners receiving souvenirs and gifts to mark the occasion. While Father Frost is widely recognized today as a jovial figure associated with winter and gift-giving, his origins trace back to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker of Asia Minor, known for his charitable deeds. Over time, Father Frost evolved from his early portrayal as an old man of the North—associated with icy winds and blizzards—and was known by various names such as Treskunets, Studenets, Morozko, or Moroz Ivanovich. River, forestland encroachers to face strict action: Rizwana Modern Father Frost, complete with a decorated staff, a luxurious fur coat, and a bag of gifts, emerged about 120 years ago. His first documented appearance was in 1900 during a Christmas celebration, where he delighted children with gifts. A few years later, his granddaughter, the Snow Maiden, became a key figure in the festivities, adding further charm to the holiday tradition.  

The Russian House in Dhaka, with the participation of the Liberation War Academy Trust and the Compatriots Association "Rodina", hosted a discussion on "Past-Present-Future." The discussion was held on Saturday in connection with the 77th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The Head of the Russian House in Dhaka, Maxim Dobrokhotov, congratulated all on that memorable event and reminded about the history of the Great Patriotic War of 1941–45, said a media release on Sunday. Freedom fighter Md. Abdur Rauf Bhuiyan, as well as other speakers - former principal of Dhaka Mohanagar Mohila College (Dhaka Metropolitan Women's College), Prof. Md. Shazeedul Islam, Chairman of the Liberation War Academy Trust Dr. Abul Kalam Azad, and Bangladesh Supreme Court lawyer Md. Abu Touhid talked about the key role of Soviet Union in fighting Nazi Germany and the consequences of this victory for the whole world at that time till nowadays. Also read: Bangladeshi-American professionals prime movers in shaping Dhaka-Washington ties: Faruk Khan Representatives from media, students, freedom fighters and their family members were present and took part in the discussion. The speakers paid tribute to the all 27 millions martyrs of the Great Patriotic War and also expressed their gratitude to the Soviet Union and present-day Russia for cooperation in the overall post-war development of Bangladesh and the ongoing projects of the country. Also read: Launch cyber battle against anti-Bangladesh propaganda: Faruk Khan At the end, a minute of silence was observed in memory of the Russian warriors who lost their lives in the Great Patriotic War.

Russian House in Dhaka has organized a weeklong programme to mark the 85th birth anniversary of Valentina Tereshkova in cooperation with the Serov Academy of Fine Arts. The programme was designed with a seminar, an exhibition of remarkable documentary photos of V. Tereshkova, as well as painting workshops on space.

Russian House in Dhaka hosted a discussion marking the International Mother Language Day jointly with Liberation War Academy Trust. Director of Russian House in Dhaka Maxim Dobrokhotov paid deep respects to all language martyrs and young students from Dhaka University, who made on this day in 1952 their sublime sacrifice for establishing Bangla as a state language of the erstwhile Pakistan.  He also said that in recognition of the Language Movement in Bangladesh, UNESCO declared February 21 International Mother Language Day to promote linguistic and cultural diversity in the UN member-states.  READ: Russian House lauds growing presence of online journalism in Bangladesh The declaration was made on November 17, 1999. He reminded that The Language Movement inspired the Bengali nation to fight against injustices and exploitation unto achieving national independence in 1971. Language activist and renowned linguist Dr. ABM Amanullah highlighted that despite the status of the official language, Bengali is not still used as mother tongue properly in Bangladesh and often replaced by English and this is really shameful. Seventy-seven percent of primary schools in Bangladesh do not have language martyr memorials to pay homage to them and so many students construct martyr's minaret on their own initiative, said Asif Mazhar, a linguistic expert and academician, quoting several dailies in Bangladesh.  Freedom fighter Md. Abdur Rauf Bhuiyan recalled that this year is a year of celebration of the 50th anniversary of friendly relations between Bangladesh and Russia and recited an emotional self-written poem on 50 years of friendship between the two countries, said a media release on Tuesday.  Liberation War Academy Trust Chairman Dr. Abul Azad also spoke on the occasion.  Prominent freedom fighters of the country, family members of freedom fighters, cultural activists and students of various educational institutions were present.

Bangladeshi students who got selected during 2020-2021 for higher studies in different Russian universities under scholarships provided by the Government of the Russian Federation will soon fly for Russia. They got stuck due to COVID-19 situation. A farewell meeting was held recently at the Russian House in Dhaka for all of them.  Read: Railways Minister seeks Russian investment in railway sector Director of the Russian House in Dhaka Maxim Dobrokhotov appreciated the decision of Bangladeshi youth for choosing Russia as destination of higher education.  He spoke with farewell words for their very happy stay underlining that after a long wait they will be finally able to reach Russia and extended his best luck to all of them. 

Online journalism is now very popular in Bangladesh and playing a leading role in the news media with its growing presence, Director of the Russian House in Dhaka Maxim Dobrokhotov said Thursday. Dobrokhotov also noted the crucial contribution of the national media to everyday life. The Russian House in Dhaka hosted a special briefing dedicated to the "International Day of Journalists' Solidarity." Read: Future of journalism depends on adaptation, professionalism: Dr Arefin

Scores of school children discussed the consequences of war at an event at the Russian cultural centre in Dhaka on the occasion of International Day of Peace on Tuesday. The programme -- Why do we need peace --was organised by Russian House (Russian Centre of Science and Culture) in collaboration with Russian compatriots association Motherland, and online children and youth forum Dove of Peace. Apart from the local school children, their parents and teachers also took part in the programme. Read:UN awards 110 Bangladesh Navy members for peacekeeping