Dhaka’s art of waiting
With its never-ending traffic and overflowing population, Dhaka has certain unique characteristics. From calling everyone “mama”, to shouting “Oi Khali, Jaba?”, there is something very “Dhakaesque” about these traits, and the art of waiting is definitely one of them.
16 October 2025, 18:41 PM
What I learned from Dhaka
The city has quite a reputation. It is cruel, unforgiving, and even hostile to newcomers. However, Dhaka simultaneously embraces all, gives a chance to anyone who dares to venture into its crowd, and most importantly, teaches everyone some valuable lessons.
12 October 2025, 18:31 PM
How caring for kids builds respect for parents
Becoming a secondary caregiver offers young adults valuable lessons in empathy, patience, and self-discovery. Supporting children deepens respect for parents’ struggles and highlights the emotional impact of nurturing, making caregiving a rewarding, transformative journey.
22 September 2025, 09:12 AM
#Perspective / Letter to my younger self: What I wish you knew in 2010
A heartfelt letter from a 30-year-old to his 15-year-old self, offering life lessons on growth, love, failure, and self-discovery — reminding readers that perseverance, learning, and dreams shape a meaningful, transformative journey.
1 September 2025, 09:50 AM
Dhaka’s love hate relationship with rain
There are thousands of people in Dhaka, each living a different life. But a few things are constant for all. Apart from the unavoidable traffic and the signal at Bijoy Sarani, their love-hate relationship with rain unites most of them.
15 August 2025, 18:05 PM
#Perspective / Synonyms of bravery: Martyrs who became symbols
It’s been barely a year since July 2024, yet it feels like an eternity. The smoke clouding the sky, the gunshots, the sounds heard across the country — all seem like distant memories. However, no matter how fleeting our minds are, the collective conscience of the nation remembers the martyrs — brave individuals who sacrificed their lives so that we can have a country that is fair and just.
5 August 2025, 04:41 AM
#Perspective / Feeling older than you are? Welcome to real adulthood!
Adulthood hits hard in your late 20s — time shrinks, responsibilities pile up, and youthful passions fade. This reflective guide explores the emotional, financial, and existential struggles of growing up, resonating with young adults.
18 July 2025, 23:45 PM
Love road at Mirpur: A youthful street
Certain neighbourhoods in Dhaka have that one spot where people gather to just sit back and relax. For Mirpur, it’s the frequently discussed street referred to as “Love Road”.
3 May 2024, 18:00 PM
Mama Hotel: A staple for DU students
It all started at the hands of one Kasim Uddin, who used to sell “khichuri” on a van at the gate of Shahid Sergeant Zahurul Huq Hall in the ‘90s.
30 April 2024, 18:00 PM
Fading traditions, rising innovations: The story of Bangladesh’s rural kitchens
From traditional setups to ones full of modern amenities, the evolution of the rural kitchen in Bangladesh reveals an interesting narrative.
7 April 2024, 22:43 PM
Panthapath street market: A Hub for Affordable Shoes
Eid shopping has already begun in full swing and shoes are one of the indispensable items on your want list.
2 April 2024, 18:00 PM
7 must-visit monuments in Dhaka on Independence Day
The following are 7 monuments that people can easily visit this Swadhinata Dibosh or The Independence Day, to reconnect with history.
24 March 2024, 09:19 AM
5 habits to avoid for better oral health
With our lives being so busy all the time, it’s easy to overlook the little things that can make a big difference in maintaining a dazzling smile. So, before you brush off your oral care routine as ‘good enough,’ let’s dive into the top five no-no’s that might be doing a number on your teeth.
23 March 2024, 09:15 AM
Rewriting the narrative: Valuing diversity in speech and expression
Accents and dialects weave colourful threads in our cultural identity. Yet, despite their significance, people with linguistic variations often find themselves subject to ridicule and discrimination. It’s time we addressed this.
19 February 2024, 08:50 AM
Rivers in fiction: A unique genre of Bengali literature
With hundreds of waterways spread all over the country like a spider’s web, it’s only natural that rivers play a notable part in our lives. There are numerous novels focused on our riverine traditions, enough to call it a genre by itself.
19 February 2024, 08:34 AM
Madhusudan Dutta: The writer who played with the gods
Hailed as the first modern poet and the first rebel poet of Bangla literature, Madhusudan’s rebellion against the conservative society and the contemporary style of literature was daring and the first step towards modern Bangla literature.
22 January 2024, 12:04 PM
Football Fandom: Club-based groups and their craze for the sport
Once upon a time, Dhaka used to put on a celebratory face every time Abahani played a game of football against Mohammedan. Those days are long gone but our love for the game remains.
4 October 2023, 18:00 PM
How to cope with reader’s block
Reading and writing go hand in hand. And perhaps that’s why, just like there’s writer’s block, there’s also readers block. Only reader’s block is probably worse because reading is easier than writing, yet you just can’t do it.
27 September 2023, 08:00 AM
Taste the best of Bangladesh Must-try dishes and destinations
There are a number of tourist spots in Rajshahi like Choto Sona Masjid, Darasbari Masjid, Bagha Masjid, and Varendra Research Museum. Some are located in the centre while others are scattered around the city or its outskirts. Rajshahi is historically rich and local cuisine is not far behind either.
25 September 2023, 18:00 PM
Taste the best of Bangladesh: Must-try dishes and destinations
With its rich history and culture, most places in Bangladesh offer something of interest. Not only is there plenty to see, but also there’s plenty to taste. Here is a short list (and in no way comprehensive) of places you can travel while treating your palate.
24 September 2023, 09:55 AM
Dhaka: Day one and counting
There are too many people in Dhaka. So many that it’s choking the city. However, every person here is here for a reason.
7 September 2023, 18:00 PM
Supporting your spouse in her career
Working women face these issues more often than others and as her partner, it is your duty to support her.
27 August 2023, 10:38 AM
Reasons why you should travel within Bangladesh
Lately, there has been a rise in the number of tourists travelling from Bangladesh to other countries, which is fine, but there are plenty of reasons to travel within our own country.
14 August 2023, 10:49 AM
Know your neighbour?
Dhaka is full of opportunities and possibilities but they come at a price. In a city as busy as this one, sacrificing social bonds has become the norm.
1 August 2023, 18:00 PM
People’s opinion on the retirement of cricketer Tamim Iqbal
On Thursday, 6 July, 2023 Tamim Iqbal announced his retirement from international cricket. Having been one of the key players of the Bangladesh cricket team for quite a long time, it came as a shock and fans across the country had all sorts of emotions and reactions to the announcement.
6 July 2023, 17:18 PM
What DU taught me
Dhaka University is revered as the highest educational institution in Bangladesh. The place is deemed magical and its students often long for the campus even after completing their graduation.
2 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Bachelors’ struggle to find apartments
There is no shortage of buildings in Dhaka. So many apartments all around but if you are a bachelor who is looking to rent one of them then truly you are in tough luck.
27 June 2023, 18:00 PM