Jannatul Bushra

What you need to know about Nimbus, the new COVID-19 variant

Unlike in the early days of the pandemic, there are no frantic hospital scenes or mass testing queues.

4d ago

Jhalmuri with chicken wings and eggs? Gulistan’s biriyani-style snack

Gulistan’s iconic Shascchu Mama has served his biriyani-inspired jhalmuri and seasonal haleem for 35 years, blending rich spices and family tradition. His flavourful street food draws crowds from all over Dhaka, creating a beloved local culinary legend.

1w ago

Miss World Bangladesh returns home, not empty handed!

At a warm and heartfelt press conference in Dhaka, hosted by the Azra Mahmood Talent Camp (AMTC), Aklima Atika Konika, Bangladesh’s representative at Miss World 2025 in India, shared her story in a way that deeply moved everyone in the room.

1w ago

Dhaka’s silent sole keepers: Cobblers of the street

In Dhaka, we live almost a vertical life!

1w ago

Cable car in Cox’s Bazar: Revolutionary or a risky ride?

Bangladesh’s proposed Cox’s Bazar cable car project sparks mixed reactions, balancing hopes for tourism growth with concerns over safety, maintenance, and cultural preservation, highlighting the urgent need for responsible planning and credible implementation in coastal development.

2w ago

Where are the summer lovers now?

Dhaka’s brutal summer heatwave hits 38-46°C, turning the city into an urban heat island with power cuts and unbearable humidity. Summer enthusiasts vanish indoors, while street vendors endure the extreme conditions, redefining what surviving summer means.

1m ago

Priota Iftekhar: Flying the flag through fashion

Priota Iftekhar, known as the “Flag Girl,” blends fashion and heritage in Sydney, using bold Bangladeshi elements like gamcha blazers and fuchka earrings to celebrate identity, challenge stereotypes, and promote cultural pride globally.

1m ago

Transform your dining space before Eid arrives!

Eid-ul-Adha is just around the corner, and while many of us are busy checking off the usual to-do list: finalising the Qurbani budget, stocking up on essentials, and revisiting those cherished family recipes, there are certain important details that often get overlooked until the last minute, like decorating the dining space.

1m ago
June 11, 2025
June 11, 2025

What you need to know about Nimbus, the new COVID-19 variant

Unlike in the early days of the pandemic, there are no frantic hospital scenes or mass testing queues.

June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025

Jhalmuri with chicken wings and eggs? Gulistan’s biriyani-style snack

Gulistan’s iconic Shascchu Mama has served his biriyani-inspired jhalmuri and seasonal haleem for 35 years, blending rich spices and family tradition. His flavourful street food draws crowds from all over Dhaka, creating a beloved local culinary legend.

June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025

Miss World Bangladesh returns home, not empty handed!

At a warm and heartfelt press conference in Dhaka, hosted by the Azra Mahmood Talent Camp (AMTC), Aklima Atika Konika, Bangladesh’s representative at Miss World 2025 in India, shared her story in a way that deeply moved everyone in the room.

June 4, 2025
June 4, 2025

Dhaka’s silent sole keepers: Cobblers of the street

In Dhaka, we live almost a vertical life!

May 28, 2025
May 28, 2025

Cable car in Cox’s Bazar: Revolutionary or a risky ride?

Bangladesh’s proposed Cox’s Bazar cable car project sparks mixed reactions, balancing hopes for tourism growth with concerns over safety, maintenance, and cultural preservation, highlighting the urgent need for responsible planning and credible implementation in coastal development.

May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025

Where are the summer lovers now?

Dhaka’s brutal summer heatwave hits 38-46°C, turning the city into an urban heat island with power cuts and unbearable humidity. Summer enthusiasts vanish indoors, while street vendors endure the extreme conditions, redefining what surviving summer means.

May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025

Priota Iftekhar: Flying the flag through fashion

Priota Iftekhar, known as the “Flag Girl,” blends fashion and heritage in Sydney, using bold Bangladeshi elements like gamcha blazers and fuchka earrings to celebrate identity, challenge stereotypes, and promote cultural pride globally.

May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025

Transform your dining space before Eid arrives!

Eid-ul-Adha is just around the corner, and while many of us are busy checking off the usual to-do list: finalising the Qurbani budget, stocking up on essentials, and revisiting those cherished family recipes, there are certain important details that often get overlooked until the last minute, like decorating the dining space.

May 5, 2025
May 5, 2025

Dhaka's food map: Exploring regional culinary gems

Dhaka’s food scene blends nostalgia and bold regional flavors — kalai ruti, fiery mezban, and indigenous Hebang dishes — all rooted in identity. From comfort to discovery, each bite connects locals to home, heritage, and culinary diversity.

April 30, 2025
April 30, 2025

Dhaka’s Signal Economy

Often, on my way to the office from Dhanmondi to Mohakhali, I pass through at least three or four major traffic signals -- the stubborn standstill at Dhanmondi 27, the long, impatient pause at Khamarbari, and the inevitable gridlock at Farmgate.