, March 24 -- Government and private offices, banks, financial institutions and courts reopened on Tuesday with a limited presence after a seven-day Eid-ul-Fitr holiday.

Officials and employees returning to work were seen greeting colleagues and exchanging Eid wishes.

A festive atmosphere continued to prevail as many people have yet to return to the capital following the holidays.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman resumed office at the Secretariat on the first working day after the Eid holidays.

His Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon said the Prime Minister reached his office at 9:01am.

"After arriving, he exchanged Eid greetings with officials and staff and then began his official work," he said.

The usual hustle and bustle...