Dhaka never says no -- it welcomes everyone who arrives! The city may not hand you breathing space, but it will always carve out a corner for you -- sometimes generous, sometimes barely enough to call a coffin.
There was a time Dhaka only sprawled horizontally, stubbornly, like a city allergic to the sky. But then, when the land grew scarce, Dhaka simply looked up and thought -- why not the sky? So now, it climbs.
Step out onto any rooftop in Dhaka and take a slow spin. You’ll notice that almost every building in this urban jungle has one thing in common: balconies or verandas, whatever you want to call them.
When Bangladesh’s government collapsed on August 5, 2024—nicknamed July 36—it wasn’t institutions but ordinary citizens, especially Gen Z, who stepped up. Amid chaos, solidarity emerged, revealing unexpected resilience in a generation once dismissed as apolitical.
Dhaka's monsoon brings skin and hair issues like fungal infections, acne, and hair fall. Dr. Sifat Saba advises proper foot care, sunscreen, and a simple skincare routine, along with fabric choices and mild home remedies for relief.
Aklima Atika Konika, Miss World Bangladesh 2025, redefines beauty by embracing neurodiversity, authenticity, and purpose, using her platform to spotlight youth, inspire confidence, and champion individuality with bold, heartfelt expression.
Zohran Kwame Mamdani’s grassroots NYC primary win went viral for celebrating immigrant culture, Bangladeshi aunties, and desi identity — blending activism, humour, and heritage into a bold campaign that redefined immigrant political engagement.
The houseboat ban in Tanguar Haor aims to protect its fragile ecosystem from overcrowded tourism, noise, and pollution. While environmentalists support it, travellers feel stranded, sparking debate over sustainable tourism and effective policy enforcement.
Dhaka never says no -- it welcomes everyone who arrives! The city may not hand you breathing space, but it will always carve out a corner for you -- sometimes generous, sometimes barely enough to call a coffin.
There was a time Dhaka only sprawled horizontally, stubbornly, like a city allergic to the sky. But then, when the land grew scarce, Dhaka simply looked up and thought -- why not the sky? So now, it climbs.
Step out onto any rooftop in Dhaka and take a slow spin. You’ll notice that almost every building in this urban jungle has one thing in common: balconies or verandas, whatever you want to call them.
When Bangladesh’s government collapsed on August 5, 2024—nicknamed July 36—it wasn’t institutions but ordinary citizens, especially Gen Z, who stepped up. Amid chaos, solidarity emerged, revealing unexpected resilience in a generation once dismissed as apolitical.
Dhaka's monsoon brings skin and hair issues like fungal infections, acne, and hair fall. Dr. Sifat Saba advises proper foot care, sunscreen, and a simple skincare routine, along with fabric choices and mild home remedies for relief.
Aklima Atika Konika, Miss World Bangladesh 2025, redefines beauty by embracing neurodiversity, authenticity, and purpose, using her platform to spotlight youth, inspire confidence, and champion individuality with bold, heartfelt expression.
Zohran Kwame Mamdani’s grassroots NYC primary win went viral for celebrating immigrant culture, Bangladeshi aunties, and desi identity — blending activism, humour, and heritage into a bold campaign that redefined immigrant political engagement.
The houseboat ban in Tanguar Haor aims to protect its fragile ecosystem from overcrowded tourism, noise, and pollution. While environmentalists support it, travellers feel stranded, sparking debate over sustainable tourism and effective policy enforcement.
Meet Labubu: a human-sized, monster-faced doll that just smashed records, selling for a whopping 1.08 million yuan ($150,324; £110,465) at an auction in Beijing.
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!
