DMP issues detailed traffic guideline

Capital sees thin traffic as voters head to village homes

Authorities say security arrangement is precautionary

Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited will operate additional trains on February 12 to facilitate voter movement, while traffic restrictions take effect nationwide

The police today recovered bodies of a couple and their two minor children from a house in Dhaka’s Pallabi, prompting an investigation into what officers described as a possible family tragedy.

Flights will operate every Thursday and Saturday

Embrace Dhaka winter by savouring traditional street food like chitoi pitha and shorshe bhorta. From spicy duck meat at Nila Market to nostalgic nolen gur, these seasonal flavours unite families through warmth, comfort, and connection.

Luck— you need a lot of it to stay alive in this city. And also a sense of dark humour.

The Bangladesh Football Federation's (BFF) Professional League Management Committee has backtracked on its decision to stage Tuesday's high-profile Federation Cup clash between holders Bashundhara Kings and title aspirants Mohammedan behind closed doors at the National Stadium in Dhaka.

Dhaka’s bystander effect highlights how fear, legal concerns, and social pressure hinder emergency response. Strengthening awareness, clear intervention, and responsible action can break crowd apathy, improve public safety, and encourage individuals to step in during critical moments.

The US soldiers and Allied crews who passed through Dhaka during the war ended up fighting two battles at once

Wearing black sunglasses and a white hat, a quiver marked with the Palestinian flag slung across her shoulder, Rasha Yahya Ahmed cut a striking figure during practice at Dhaka’s Paltan Outer Stadium.

Discover the vibrant spirit of Dhaka this weekend as the city comes alive with food festivals, fitness events, and cultural celebrations. Experience the cosmopolitan charm and lively chaos that make Dhaka truly unique.

My first ride in a Murir Tin bus was when I visited my grandfather in Bheramara, Kushtia, in the late seventies.

Walk through Dhaka at any time—depending on the neighbourhood, there is always something remarkable to witness.

The Perseid meteor shower peaks on 12–13 August, offering spectacular views across Bangladesh. Best spots include Cox’s Bazar, Saint Martin’s Island, Bandarban, and Sylhet. Minimize light pollution, adjust your eyes, and enjoy brighter meteors despite moonlight interference.

As someone who has lived in Dhaka and Chattogram for a more or less equal number of years, I am here to tell you that the port city is much better than the capital. Admit it: Dhaka is overrated.

The WHO estimates that over five percent of the global population suffers from noise-related issues

Dhaka has had many names over the years — City of Rickshaws, City of Mosques, City of Magic, and many more. Perhaps, calling it ‘Mini-Bangladesh’ is not a misnomer either. People from every nook and cranny of the country come together in this place, and each brings something that makes it what it is today.

Dhaka has the highest number of active Facebook users available for advertisers