A glimpse into Zahir Raihan's Films
Zahir Raihan, having done some noteworthy works in Benglali literature and film died an untimely death before he had a chance to explore his full potential.
19 August 2024, 08:55 AM
My cats, my safe space
In each other's company, in silence and conversation – we make sure we are perfectly functional.
11 July 2022, 11:00 AM
In memory of Sayeeda Khanam: The girl with a Rolleicord
Imagine women entering the field of photography, historically dominated by men, during a time when they were even more strictly confined to certain socially constructed roles.
18 August 2020, 18:00 PM
My memory from a time in the past
They say, rereading a beloved childhood book, much later in your life, helps you rediscover yourself. The day afterpoet Al Mahmud's death, I reopened one of his poetry books, Pakhir Kachhe, Phooler Kachhe, the only collection of the poet I have ever read and owned.
14 March 2019, 18:00 PM
Eishob Dinraatri
Every cat is a great teacher. I live with five and I know for a fact that they are.
14 February 2019, 18:00 PM
Dhaka needs more trees, but…
While a liveable city should contain 25 percent greenery of its total area, the capital has barely five percent greenery for lack of regular plantation, and no maintenance of the existing ones.
1 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Remembering Syed Abdullah Khalid
A long haired young sculptor was regularly seen near the arts faculty of Dhaka University, with a hammer and chisel in his hands, working day and night on a life-size structure.
25 May 2017, 18:00 PM
Thinking outside the (white) box
Pristine, paper white walls. Monorail lightings fixed on the ceiling. And reverent silence.
27 April 2017, 18:00 PM
Folkloric Bangladesh
Bangla folk literature has always celebrated a rich tapestry of themes, from heroic religious narratives depicted in ballads and dramas, to the mundane struggles of life reflected in witty proverbs and riddles. These folk tales, many of which have been passed down through generations orally, reflect the diversity of our different ethnic, linguistic and religious groups. This Pahela Baishakh, we invite you on a journey that takes us back to our roots.
13 April 2017, 18:00 PM
Let there be light
The stigma surrounding depression
6 April 2017, 18:00 PM
Sukumar's Myth and Magic
Silly rhymes, nonsensical verses, absurd characters - that's how Sukumar Ray introduced poetry in to my life with his book Abol Tabol (Rhymes without Reasons), an amazing collection of classic Bengali nonsense poetry.
23 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Who Defines Obscenity?
Recently, the news of a Dhaka University (DU) teacher's suspension – following claims from some of his Masters students that he showed ...
16 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Hotel with the worst view in the world
Banksy is in the news again - this time because of the Walled Off Hotel that he designed and financed in the city of West Bank, in Bethlehem.
9 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Going Organic: Challenges and Possibilities
When breaking down this big idea of beginning a new healthier lifestyle to more doable mini goals, many are considering going organic,
23 February 2017, 18:00 PM
Looking back at theatre
A visit to Boimela invariably means strolling through the spot beside Burdwan House in Bangla Academy, a corner known to everyone as little magazine
23 February 2017, 18:00 PM
Where have all the stories gone?
The children's corner at the Boi mela, filled with books, is always a friendly, fun and happening area. In fact, this is the nook where you
16 February 2017, 18:00 PM
WORDS FOR THE YOUNG
The Ekushey Boi mela is a little more fun on the weekends when families and children crowd the popular stalls, not to mention the series
16 February 2017, 18:00 PM
In Conversation with Wendy Kopp
In 2015, Teach For Bangladesh, a partner organisation of Teach for All, a global network of organisations working towards educational
16 February 2017, 18:00 PM
An open letter to the Amar Ekushey Grantha Mela
As February begins, book lovers in and outside Dhaka get excited about the Ekushey Boimela, a yearly congregation of Bengali literature, and an incredible reunion of readers with the intoxicating scent of new books.
2 February 2017, 18:00 PM
Blast from the Past
Have you ever heard of Lilabati Nag? The first female student of University of Dhaka back in 1923, Lila attained 'first class first' in her Master’s from her department.
26 January 2017, 18:00 PM