Noshin Nawal

MIND THE GAP

Barrister Noshin Nawal is an activist, feminist and a columnist with a knack for sharp, satirical takes on social and societal issues. She can be reached at [email protected]

How can a convicted killer escape?

In Bangladesh, injustice is routine, and law and order are mere suggestions.

4d ago

Whitechapel, Bengal, and the great British identity crisis

Is this really about a tube station sign, or are we witnessing Britain’s ongoing existential crisis unfold in real-time?

1w ago

Being a career woman: A joke, according to Sara’s boss

Women in Dhaka face workplace sexism, societal pressure, and constant undermining of their careers. Often treated as hobbies, their professional roles are dismissed, but they persist, balancing expectations, harassment, and ambition in quiet rebellion.

1w ago

Situationships? Breadcrumbing? Ghosting? Unpacking Gen Z dating lingo for Millennials

In the age of Gen Z dating, millennials find themselves grappling with terms like breadcrumbing, situationships, and ghosting. Gone are the days of clear labels and simple intentions. Now, it's all about ambiguity and emotional gymnastics.

3w ago

Caviar dreams, rice-and-lentil reality

One can laugh at the high cost of living in Dhaka, a polluted metropolis.

3w ago

Is it love or love bombing? Spot the difference before impact

Love bombing is an overwhelming display of affection designed to manipulate, control, and validate the bomber. It exploits low self-esteem, creating a false sense of connection. Healthy love prioritises boundaries, consistency, and genuine self-worth.

1m ago

Dhaka's weddings: More about reels than real moments

Dhaka’s weddings have transformed into elaborate productions driven by Instagram-worthy aesthetics. From rigid dress codes and lavish themes to curated fusion menus, celebrations now prioritise social media over genuine joy, leaving guests overwhelmed and exhausted.

1m ago

Every family has one: The nosy relative who knows everything

Every South Asian family has one. That omnipresent relative who buzzes around every family gathering like an over-caffeinated bee stings with their words, and then insisting they were “just joking.”

1m ago
February 28, 2025
February 28, 2025

How can a convicted killer escape?

In Bangladesh, injustice is routine, and law and order are mere suggestions.

February 24, 2025
February 24, 2025

Whitechapel, Bengal, and the great British identity crisis

Is this really about a tube station sign, or are we witnessing Britain’s ongoing existential crisis unfold in real-time?

February 20, 2025
February 20, 2025

Being a career woman: A joke, according to Sara’s boss

Women in Dhaka face workplace sexism, societal pressure, and constant undermining of their careers. Often treated as hobbies, their professional roles are dismissed, but they persist, balancing expectations, harassment, and ambition in quiet rebellion.

February 11, 2025
February 11, 2025

Situationships? Breadcrumbing? Ghosting? Unpacking Gen Z dating lingo for Millennials

In the age of Gen Z dating, millennials find themselves grappling with terms like breadcrumbing, situationships, and ghosting. Gone are the days of clear labels and simple intentions. Now, it's all about ambiguity and emotional gymnastics.

February 9, 2025
February 9, 2025

Caviar dreams, rice-and-lentil reality

One can laugh at the high cost of living in Dhaka, a polluted metropolis.

January 16, 2025
January 16, 2025

Is it love or love bombing? Spot the difference before impact

Love bombing is an overwhelming display of affection designed to manipulate, control, and validate the bomber. It exploits low self-esteem, creating a false sense of connection. Healthy love prioritises boundaries, consistency, and genuine self-worth.

January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025

Dhaka's weddings: More about reels than real moments

Dhaka’s weddings have transformed into elaborate productions driven by Instagram-worthy aesthetics. From rigid dress codes and lavish themes to curated fusion menus, celebrations now prioritise social media over genuine joy, leaving guests overwhelmed and exhausted.

January 5, 2025
January 5, 2025

Every family has one: The nosy relative who knows everything

Every South Asian family has one. That omnipresent relative who buzzes around every family gathering like an over-caffeinated bee stings with their words, and then insisting they were “just joking.”

December 30, 2024
December 30, 2024

The generation that swipes right on revolutions

In 2024, Bangladesh’s youth, Millennials and Gen Z, are rewriting the political playbook.

December 25, 2024
December 25, 2024

The daily dread of protests and gridlock

If Dhaka had a national sport, it wouldn’t be cricket—it would be protests.