Ashif Ahmed Rudro

The daily bus ride adventures in Dhaka

Do you remember those school days when you had to memorise an essay about a journey by bus? Sure, you must have had experiences of bus travels, but none compares to the commutes by bus within the capital city.

6d ago

5 things that make Mirpur special

Dhaka is basically divided into a few “general areas”. These areas refer to a larger neighbourhood that are recognised by the same name. For example – the Mirpur area might refer to the whole of Mirpur-1 through 12. Like every other neighbourhood in the city, there are a few perks of living in Mirpur.

3w ago

Skinny shaming: The bullying we pretend doesn’t exist

Body positivity never really caught up in Bangladesh. It’s shocking how even in 2024, body shaming not only exists in our society, but also is taken for granted. In recent times, there has been some awareness against fat shaming. Yet, the same cannot be said about skinny shaming.

1m ago

Understanding the ‘Dhaka Dhakka’ phenomenon

Moving to a new city can be intimidating, and when it’s Dhaka, there are bound to be some stories.

1m ago

Life without metro

Dhaka residents have a bitter relationship with traffic jam where one can’t go one day without falling into one. The congestion on the roads is usually much worse during peak office hours. In the midst of this perpetual torment, there was a small respite in the form of metro rail.

1m ago

Library lane: The forgotten bookshops of New Market

Nilkhet, Mirpur, Banglabazar -- many destinations are well known amongst bookworms of Dhaka. However, nestled within the bustling New Market lies a lesser-known, historical book market. What happened to Library Lane, this once vibrant hub of knowledge? Today, the future of the place hangs in the balance, its rich history fading into memory.

2m ago

5 popular eateries in and around DU campus

On July 1, 2024, Dhaka University celebrated its 103rd anniversary. University life is an experience in itself. Besides the education and the bonds of friendship people share, a notable aspect that shines in every person’s heart is campus food.

2m ago

Red Meat Roadmap of Bangladesh

Here are some of the most popular and unique red meat dishes that Bangladesh has to offer

3m ago
June 1, 2021
June 1, 2021

Getting rid of debt

One of the most dreaded feelings in this world is the feeling of being in debt, and when things take a turn for the worse, the confrontations with your lender can be rather awkward to say the least.

May 25, 2021
May 25, 2021

Vaccination and immunity thoughts

Unless you have been living under a rock for the last year or so, you know all about the rampaging pandemic. How it has literally changed the world and how it’s wreaking havoc all over the globe. So, having a vaccine against such a disease that has come in the form of Hades himself is certainly a fact worth celebrating. But don’t throw a party just yet.

May 11, 2021
May 11, 2021

Shopping during the pandemic

That’s how it normally goes, but these are not normal times. However, if you are really inclined to go shopping, here’s what you should consider —

April 27, 2021
April 27, 2021

Story of a REDdot

You are used to seeing the models and actors on TV. You are used to the impressive and colourful visuals and the perfectly synchronised song, but ever wondered about those who work behind the scene to create something like this?

March 29, 2021
March 29, 2021

Exciting features on SINGER Washing Machines

A washing machine, one of the wonders of modern science, has made washing as easy as pressing a button. One no longer has to slam their clothes against a stone on the bank of a body of water. Instead, just install a washing machine and life will become less tedious and more comfortable.

March 23, 2021
March 23, 2021

SINGER Microwaves with new offers

Or imagine slow cooking a chicken for a special occasion. A microwave oven will let you have all of that.

March 2, 2021
March 2, 2021

Women in technology: beyond the cliché

As the Iliad depicts, people used to worship Athena, daughter of Zeus who was known for her wisdom, warcraft, and handicrafts. It was Athena who wielded Zeus’s aegis in the battle of Troy. Therefore, there should be no doubt about her ability and worthiness.

February 23, 2021
February 23, 2021

HATIL Chairs: Finding the Right One

Exams are just a week away. So, you decide to sit at the table to study a little- it’s about time. You start like any normal person would, but after half an hour, you no longer feel comfortable, so you try to adjust your sitting position.

February 16, 2021
February 16, 2021

The books talk, if you listen

We’re going to assume that you’ve heard of audiobooks (no pun intended). While physical books will never go out of style, audiobooks are certainly making their presence known in the modern world.

February 2, 2021
February 2, 2021

Ulka Games: A solution for dull hours

Ulka Games is one of the native developers that are focusing on three genres of mobile games —board games, card games, and hyper casual games.