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
September 1, 2020
Bullying: the evident menace and how to deal with it
Bullying is a form of emotional or physical abuse that has three defining characteristics which separates it from conflict, namely, intention, repetition and power imbalance.
August 25, 2020
Basics of bike modification
Remember when Bon Jovi said “I’m a cowboy, on a steel horse I ride”? Perhaps, he liked motorbikes almost as much as we do. And when you customise them to suit your needs, be it performance or cosmetic, they truly take on a unique identity, and that is usually why they are cherished possessions of their owners.
April 14, 2020
Top 5 supremely addictive online games
Everyone is currently advised to stay at home in order to reduce the risk of contamination and spread of the virus, and rightly so.
March 10, 2020
A Green Revolution
Jute has long been called the golden fibre of Bangladesh, and that alone underscores the significance of the fibre in the culture and economy. Bangladesh grows one of the best quality jute fibres in the entire world, and there’s significant production and scope in our country. But are we using it to its full potential and could we do more?
March 10, 2020
Tarka:Your Indian food getaway
We understand the appeal of Netflix and pizza, or a lazy afternoon with a cheeseburger, but every now and then, all of us get that craving for a more familiar taste.
March 10, 2020
ABCs of bike stunts
Bike stunts refer to activities involving acrobatic manoeuvring of the motorcycle and sometimes the rider. This requires balance, skills, techniques, and most of all, the determination to do so given that it is quite difficult and often dangerous.
February 25, 2020
Dental surgery: Things to know
Sometimes, you might feel that the only use of your teeth is chewing food and perhaps oral health does not need as much attention, but the truth is far from it.
February 18, 2020
Ekushe February: An ode to an unforgettable event
The book is titled: Ekushe February. The title gives away the theme of the book undoubtedly. What’s so special about it? What’s special is the fact that this is the first ever compilation in Bangla literature on the events of the language movement of 1952.
February 18, 2020
When to call a lawyer
Before we get into the details, there’s one thing you should know. There are two legal categories— criminal law and civil law.
February 18, 2020
Know your basics of dentistry
There are certain things in life that we take for granted. So much so that we do not realise how important they are till we have to live without them — like healthy teeth and oral cavity.
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