Holiday is an independent English language news weekly published on Fridays in Bangladesh. It was founded in 1965 by Enayetullah Khan and has since become the country’s leading English language newspaper. The paper provides a comprehensive coverage of national and international news, business, sports, arts and culture, lifestyle and entertainment.
The newspaper maintains a strong emphasis on investigative journalism, providing readers with insightful reporting on critical issues affecting the nation. Its editorial policy is focused on promoting democracy, human rights and secularism. Holiday has also been awarded several international awards for its journalistic excellence.
Holiday caters to a diverse readership base that includes Bangladeshis living abroad as well as foreign diplomats, businessmen and journalists. The newspaper also publishes special editions to commemorate significant national events such as Independence Day or the Bengali New Year.