Rehnuma Shahreen

Monorail in Chattogram: Will it ease traffic or add to the chaos?

Chattogram’s first monorail aims to ease traffic with faster, cheaper transit, but scepticism remains due to past delays and unfinished projects. If successful, it could boost urban life, business, and tourism, though locals debate its immediate necessity.

23h ago

BRAC Bank TARA reframes the conversation on parenting: A shared journey of partnership

On the occasion of International Mother’s Day, BRAC Bank’s women-centred initiative TARA held an event that did not just celebrate motherhood or struggles of being a mother but gently pulled apart the structure surrounding it. The event titled “Parenting: A Shared Journey of Partnership” created space for a much-needed dialogue that was not about glorifying sacrifice but rather about asking why parenting still leans heavily, and often unfairly, on mothers and how partners can show up to share it.

2w ago

Shambhu acharya’s solo exhibition: Art that carries years of legacy

Though the first thing you notice right after entering might be the colours, since they are vibrant, generous, full of life, but there is something more, the scent of something older might carry you away.

2w ago

Rise and resist: Self-defence workshop at Dhaka University

On Saturday, 10 May 2025, students gathered at the central gymnasium of the University of Dhaka for a self-defence workshop titled “Rise and Resist.” Organised in collaboration with Legacy MMA Gym, the event brought together around 120 individuals to learn basic self-defence techniques to respond to harassment or physical assault.

3w ago

Planning your Eid escape? Don't leave home without these tips

Eid travel is chaotic, but planning ahead ensures a smooth journey. Book tickets early, pack smart, stay hydrated, and be cautious of pickpockets. Carry essentials, dress for the weather, and keep entertainment handy for a stress-free trip.

2m ago

Why deshi products deserve a spot on your Eid shopping list

Homegrown things of our local craftsmen, along with adding aesthetics to our lives, bring a piece of our own heritage into our homes and wardrobes that resonates with our identity and culture in a way that feels perfect.

2m ago

Will new penalties fix Dhaka’s CNG auto-rickshaw crisis?

Under the new directive, drivers who demand fares beyond the meter reading may face fines of up to Tk 50,000 or a six-month jail term.

3m ago

Paw Carnival 2025: A celebration of love, adoption and community

Picture a day where wagging tails, playful paws, and laughter fill a space, with a chance to witness the unique, unspoken connections between humans and animals

3m ago
June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025

Monorail in Chattogram: Will it ease traffic or add to the chaos?

Chattogram’s first monorail aims to ease traffic with faster, cheaper transit, but scepticism remains due to past delays and unfinished projects. If successful, it could boost urban life, business, and tourism, though locals debate its immediate necessity.

May 19, 2025
May 19, 2025

BRAC Bank TARA reframes the conversation on parenting: A shared journey of partnership

On the occasion of International Mother’s Day, BRAC Bank’s women-centred initiative TARA held an event that did not just celebrate motherhood or struggles of being a mother but gently pulled apart the structure surrounding it. The event titled “Parenting: A Shared Journey of Partnership” created space for a much-needed dialogue that was not about glorifying sacrifice but rather about asking why parenting still leans heavily, and often unfairly, on mothers and how partners can show up to share it.

May 17, 2025
May 17, 2025

Shambhu acharya’s solo exhibition: Art that carries years of legacy

Though the first thing you notice right after entering might be the colours, since they are vibrant, generous, full of life, but there is something more, the scent of something older might carry you away.

May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025

Rise and resist: Self-defence workshop at Dhaka University

On Saturday, 10 May 2025, students gathered at the central gymnasium of the University of Dhaka for a self-defence workshop titled “Rise and Resist.” Organised in collaboration with Legacy MMA Gym, the event brought together around 120 individuals to learn basic self-defence techniques to respond to harassment or physical assault.

March 27, 2025
March 27, 2025

Planning your Eid escape? Don't leave home without these tips

Eid travel is chaotic, but planning ahead ensures a smooth journey. Book tickets early, pack smart, stay hydrated, and be cautious of pickpockets. Carry essentials, dress for the weather, and keep entertainment handy for a stress-free trip.

March 16, 2025
March 16, 2025

Why deshi products deserve a spot on your Eid shopping list

Homegrown things of our local craftsmen, along with adding aesthetics to our lives, bring a piece of our own heritage into our homes and wardrobes that resonates with our identity and culture in a way that feels perfect.

February 12, 2025
February 12, 2025

Will new penalties fix Dhaka’s CNG auto-rickshaw crisis?

Under the new directive, drivers who demand fares beyond the meter reading may face fines of up to Tk 50,000 or a six-month jail term.

February 6, 2025
February 6, 2025

Paw Carnival 2025: A celebration of love, adoption and community

Picture a day where wagging tails, playful paws, and laughter fill a space, with a chance to witness the unique, unspoken connections between humans and animals

January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025

Bangladesh board game community: Building connections through play

Bangladesh Board Game Community fosters connections through board gaming, evolving from casual meetups to tournaments like Catan Cup 2024. Beyond gaming, it nurtures friendships, entrepreneurship, and locally inspired games, making it a thriving social hub in Dhaka.

January 13, 2025
January 13, 2025

Visually Bimurto: an exhibition of contrasts, connections

“It’s a wonderful experience to see the works of two artists from different mediums in the same exhibition -- works that seem to express their inner thoughts in two different ways, yet woven together by a single thread,” these words from a visitor, Nuzhat Jahan, perfectly encapsulates the exhibition Visually Bimurto by Habibur Rahman and Shamsad Rahman.