My Dhaka

My Dhaka

When there is more to Dhaka malls than shopping

Leaving the humid weather under the sweltering sun and entering the atrium full of chatter, noises of elevators and escalators, soft ambient music, and most importantly, the cool air with hints of perfume -- welcome to the Dhaka mall.

1d ago

Who cares for our aging parents?

I once watched a documentary series featuring abandoned widows of the Hindu sect seeking refuge in Varanasi, India.

2d ago

The first motor car on the streets of Dhaka

Before we delve into the story of the first motor car in Dhaka, it’s worth exploring an earlier question: When did four-wheelers first appear on the city’s roads?

1w ago

Skip fancy florists: Dhaka’s wholesale flowers beat boutique prices

Dhaka still surprises me; can you believe that? Born and brought up in this city, I think I am a true ambassador of the town -- a little eccentric, a tad bit politically volatile, and very angry for no good reason.

1w ago

Kalachandpur: Dhaka’s hidden hub of culture and community

The backstreets of Baridhara Diplomatic Zone and Baridhara DOHS, known as Kalachandpur, are an energetic and vibrant neighbourhood that unfortunately suffers from an identity crisis.

2w ago

Charukola’s unsung hero: Sentu and his animal friends

Dhaka has its own noise. Along with it, it also has its own rush, distractions and plenty of dust. But if you pause for just a moment, you’ll see that this city also has its quiet pockets! Its little moments of stillness, almost like unsung poetry!

2w ago

Telltale signs that you have entered Dhaka city

The holidays are almost over! By tomorrow, the city will revert to its default setting, a busy Dhaka with busy people. Most of the dwellers are either headed towards the capital or will be starting for the metropolis soon. This brings an interesting question to mind: When do you feel like you ar

3w ago

Dhaka’s silent sole keepers: Cobblers of the street

In Dhaka, we live almost a vertical life!

1m ago

When there is more to Dhaka malls than shopping

Leaving the humid weather under the sweltering sun and entering the atrium full of chatter, noises of elevators and escalators, soft ambient music, and most importantly, the cool air with hints of perfume -- welcome to the Dhaka mall.

1d ago

Who cares for our aging parents?

I once watched a documentary series featuring abandoned widows of the Hindu sect seeking refuge in Varanasi, India.

2d ago

The first motor car on the streets of Dhaka

Before we delve into the story of the first motor car in Dhaka, it’s worth exploring an earlier question: When did four-wheelers first appear on the city’s roads?

1w ago

Skip fancy florists: Dhaka’s wholesale flowers beat boutique prices

Dhaka still surprises me; can you believe that? Born and brought up in this city, I think I am a true ambassador of the town -- a little eccentric, a tad bit politically volatile, and very angry for no good reason.

1w ago

Kalachandpur: Dhaka’s hidden hub of culture and community

The backstreets of Baridhara Diplomatic Zone and Baridhara DOHS, known as Kalachandpur, are an energetic and vibrant neighbourhood that unfortunately suffers from an identity crisis.

2w ago

Charukola’s unsung hero: Sentu and his animal friends

Dhaka has its own noise. Along with it, it also has its own rush, distractions and plenty of dust. But if you pause for just a moment, you’ll see that this city also has its quiet pockets! Its little moments of stillness, almost like unsung poetry!

2w ago

Telltale signs that you have entered Dhaka city

The holidays are almost over! By tomorrow, the city will revert to its default setting, a busy Dhaka with busy people. Most of the dwellers are either headed towards the capital or will be starting for the metropolis soon. This brings an interesting question to mind: When do you feel like you ar

3w ago

Dhaka’s silent sole keepers: Cobblers of the street

In Dhaka, we live almost a vertical life!

1m ago

Beneath the grey sky, the red tree sings

The royal Poinciana may be native to Madagascar, but it feels like it has belonged to us for years. We call it by our own beautiful name -- Krishnachura -- as if it knows Dhaka’s summers by heart and waits all year just to remind us that Dhaka is still beautiful.

1m ago

Shah Jahan’s Dhaka campaign: A Mughal history footnote!

Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan is renowned for building the Taj Mahal, but few know that he also spent a week in Dhaka -- long before he ascended the throne.

1m ago