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
April 13, 2022
50 Bands Collaborate in Patriotic Song for Independence Day Celebration
As a nation, we Bangladeshis are a passionate lot. That passion was reflected in the patriotic song ‘Priyo Bangladesh’, which was released on 26 March, the Independence Day featuring not one, not two but 50 of the most prominent bands in the country in an unprecedented collaboration.
April 12, 2022
Chawkbazar iftar market: The good, the bad and the hype
After a two-year break due to Covid restrictions, Chawkbazar iftar market is once again buzzing with people. Every Ramadan, this place is the topic of discussion because of the popular iftar items sold there. They look great in photos, but to find out what they’re really like, we paid a visit to the place and checked out the available items for a first-hand experience.
March 29, 2022
Durum: Turkish Street Food in Dhaka
Street food had always been popular all over the world. Maybe it’s because they are always ready to eat and within reach, or maybe it’s the flavourful punches on the tastebuds.
March 22, 2022
The Toshakhana Museum at Dhaka: An Anthology of History
Inside the premises of Bangabandhu Military Museum, another aesthetic museum is set called Toshakhana Museum or the Treasury Museum. Father of the Nation,
March 22, 2022
Uddipta Bangladesher Obhijatri: Stories of people who dared to do
A number of brilliant individuals are taking Bangladesh’s name to a unique height with their contributions in different fields for the welfare of Bangladeshi people or are overall an inspiring example to Bangladesh and highly recognised in the international arena.
March 8, 2022
Fabled ‘Dhakai Muslin’ Revived
For over 200 years, muslin was only a memory, until recently, when due to the keen interest of Bangladesh government and the craftsmanship of our local artisans, it was revived and the fabled cloth is now once again a reality.
March 8, 2022
Feed the soul with homemade food from Cumin
Living in Dhaka can become tedious. The average food is barely worth mentioning and cravings for homemade food arises more often than we’d like to admit. What if you had the option to help yourself to your favourite dish, homemade and prepared with all the care and the best ingredients available?
February 20, 2022
The business of flowers
Flowers have been admired, sought after, and cherished throughout the history of humankind.
February 15, 2022
Far Field Voice Controlled TV from VISION
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all? – you know the story. It would be lovely to have such a mirror on your wall that can show you what you wish and talk back to you. It’s a fairy tale alright, but thanks to modern technology,
February 13, 2022
The Psychology of Breakup Songs
With the Valentine’s Day in sight, let’s focus on something that ignites even more vehement feelings in one’s heart. No, it’s not your love for cakes; I am talking about breakups.
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