In a city like Dhaka, women often face added difficulties when it comes to finding safe and reliable transportation. For many, commuting daily in the city can feel like navigating a minefield! Moving around is always an ordeal for a large portion of the population.

This year, Kolkata's Puja will be solemn, omitting traditional festivities and community gatherings due to a recent heinous crime. The focus shifts to hope for justice and safer days, reflecting the festival's true spirit amid ongoing grief.

“Dhak, dhol, jhajor baaje,” we recite as children and there is no denying that the beats of the drums that we call ‘dhak’ has something robustly unique about it. Dhak is a familiar musical instrument that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Aside from their uniquely loud palpitating beats, there are stories behind the sound.

A luxe living room can mirror your charming personality and offer an unforgettable impression to your visitors. Here are some design techniques that can add timeless sophistication to the heart of your house.

Dhaka’s ‘Silent Zone’ initiative, launched on October 1, 2024, aims to combat noise pollution from traffic horns. Starting around Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, it will expand citywide. In light of such an initiative, we spoke to people of different walks of life around the city to find out what they had to say about this action and their expectations for the future.

Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival, celebrates the divine force “Shakti” embodied in Goddess Durga. This year, Mahalaya falls on 2 October, marking the start of Devi Paksha. Durga arrives on 3 October by palanquin, considered inauspicious, and departs on 12 October by horse.

So far, in the dynamic landscape of Bangladesh’s work culture, a five-day or six-day workweek has long been the standard. However, Farming Future Bangladesh (FFB) has charted a new course by introducing a four-day workweek.

Shankhari Bazar, one of Dhaka’s oldest neighbourhoods, is renowned for its vibrant cultural heritage. During Durga Puja, the area transforms with colourful decorations and bustling markets. Despite modernization, it retains its charm, offering a nostalgic trip down memory lane.

A growing number of Bangladeshi fashionistas now take interest in Western wear. To cater to this growing demand, fashion house B2 has evolved into a one-stop shopping experience. The brand's growth to serve the masses has been very successful with six outlets now operating successfully around the country.

Falling prey to the pursuit of metropolitan pipe dreams, we often find ourselves pining for a private perch in the city. By adorning the balconies with style and grace, we can find solace in owning an outdoor oasis, no matter how small.

Shankhari Bazar in Dhaka transforms during Durga Puja with vibrant decorations, music, and rituals. This narrow street, famous for its conch shell bangles, becomes a lively hub of cultural celebration, culminating in the ethereal Sindur Khela on Bijoya Dashami

It’s hard to picture the city’s nightlife without the thumping beats of electronic music that now energise its party scene. However, rewind to the late ‘90s and the scene didn’t exist. It all started with a group of youth known for crafting the perfect mixtapes for friends. One such individual, Ali Arsalan, now known as RCBD, went from curating birthday playlists to igniting a movement that would put Bangladesh on the global electronic music map.

The echo of laughter through a crowded room after a sharp comedic jab is becoming increasingly common in Bangladesh, where joking about political figures once might have attracted “unwanted attention.”

Ancient minimalism focused on living with fewer possessions and distractions. Modern minimalism goes beyond that. It is about making the most out of what you have, spiritually and also materialistically.

While we enjoy movies of all sorts from thriller to comedy, some actually give us invaluable life lessons. If you are an entrepreneur or someone who wants to take on that path, these movies are definitely for you to watch.

Like many traditional media, FM radio has struggled to maintain its once-strong relevance in the face of rapid digitalisation, changing listener habits, and the rise of online streaming platforms.

Having well-chosen furniture can make a bedroom seem cosy and inviting. If you want to furnish the room with a coordinated and fashionable aesthetic, a bedroom set is an excellent choice. So, be ready to explore the intricacies of bedroom sets and their effects on your room’s ambience.

Fall, in this part of the world, may not be marked by a profound stillness. Nevertheless, even in Bengal, the season brings about noticeable changes.

The world of entertainment certainly looks alluring. But have you wondered about the people who work day and night to keep the magic alive? Here, stars easily garner the lion’s share of praise and visibility. However, the essential contributions of background artists frequently remain overlooked.

I was recently out with my friends trying out this restaurant. The food was delivered and just as I was about to dive in, my friends collectively stopped my hand and unarmed me of my cutlery. Why? They stopped it because they needed to take pictures of it so that 200 or so random people on their Instagram/Facebook could feel united with them.