Surviving the test of time: Of shops and legacies
Long before he became a 'darwan' at Viqarunnisa Noon School and College, he used to work as an apprentice under one Muslim Miah,
24 February 2019, 18:00 PM
In the name of the Queen
For solving the jigsaw puzzle that is history, we look into a wide plethora of heritage items/symbols — from monuments to artworks to chronicles and to even myths for that matter! Another such significant piece of that puzzle is numismatics, the study of coins.
23 February 2019, 18:00 PM
From the imperial kitchens: Food fit for the Mughals
Culinary knowledge distinguishes man from beast. Not my words! The thought was explicated in a 16th century Mughal text when detailing the workings of Emperor Akbar's kitchen.
23 February 2019, 18:00 PM
A moonlit night
There is a mystical connection — Buddhism and the full moon! The tenets of a religion, a philosophy of life, is as beautiful as nature itself.
18 February 2019, 18:00 PM
Natural dyes: For the fashionably ethical
As you browse through endless stores to pick the trendiest attires, or when you give yourself a bit of a shopping therapy, does the question of environmental friendliness come to your mind? It should!
4 February 2019, 18:00 PM
Museum hopping in Dhaka
Museums are boring — a common complaint goes. If you are amongst those who agree with this thought, think again!
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM
Making museums
Journeyman, a design company, has been involved in many museum projects’ interior designing. Nazneen Haque Mimi, an interior consultant, and a key individual of the company, worked in a number of these initiatives.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM
In awe of uniforms of valour
To pay a tribute to the men and women who serve our country and make countless sacrifices – sometimes even putting their own lives at risk – visit Bangladesh Military Museum, Bangladesh Air Force Museum, and Liberation War Museum of Bangladesh Police.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM
War and museums
The saga of the Victory of Bangladesh in 1971 involves numerous revolutions, and of course, the War. And the glorious road to Victory will be cherished by its people forever. Hence, rightfully so, Dhaka boasts plenty of museums on the subject. They collectively beartestament to the struggles of the Bengalis.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM
Premium crafts by nature
When it comes to weddings, you do not leave any stone unturned, do you? From stage decor to the most minor of details, everything needs to be picture-perfect and extraordinary.
11 September 2017, 18:00 PM
Naming and Renaming Dhaka's Streets
We use names of Dhaka's streets and neighbourhoods every day, but often without giving a second thought on how they came about and what trivia they hold.
27 July 2017, 18:00 PM
Hrishikesh Das Road in Old Dhaka
“There are 13 officially declared heritage streets in Dhaka," informs conservation architect Taimur Islam, CEO, Urban Study Group
6 July 2017, 18:00 PM
Empty Roads: What Do They Really Mean?
If you come across empty roads in Dhaka, it can only mean one of these two things: a zombie invasion and people have shut
22 June 2017, 18:00 PM
How Not To Spoil Hatirjheel
With beautiful landscape architecture, well-maintained roads, musical fountain, the water taxi service, and an amphitheatre, Hatirjheel
15 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Roads and Musings:Around the Parliament
The national parliament building, Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, is not just an iconic architectural edifice of Bangladesh; it is also a symbol of
8 June 2017, 18:00 PM
My gang and I
The bus stand is where my area starts. It goes till the last lamppost of this street. This stretch of road is what I call mine. It's my street, my Dhaka. That's where we rule, my gang and I.
25 May 2017, 18:00 PM
How do you like your tea?
“Ai chini beshi dudh kom. Likar barai diyo kintu!" my colleague blurts out as she collapses on her chair, throwing the laptop and a pile of papers onto the desk.
22 May 2017, 18:00 PM
7 reasons why we love Saat Masjid Road
Saat Masjid Road is always evolving! If you journey merely 3 years back and compare the road to what it is today, you will find a myriad
18 May 2017, 18:00 PM
... And then there were three
The latest episode of Rupchanda-The Daily Star Super Chef which aired yesterday on ntv, was a fateful one: it determined the top
13 May 2017, 18:00 PM
A fiery battle in the kitchen
The culinary contest Rupchanda-The Daily Star Super Chef 2017 has almost come to an end. Only four participants are remaining. And
12 May 2017, 18:00 PM