#Perspective / Think living alone is miserable? Here’s why it’s actually powerful
Mastering solitude through independent living fosters essential life skills like budgeting, time management, and household chores. Navigating these challenges builds immense confidence and facilitates profound self-discovery, transforming individuals into resilient, self-aware, and highly capable people.
15 January 2026, 19:19 PM
15 January 2026, 19:19 PM
#Perspective / Clothes, cash, or gold? How to pick the perfect wedding gift
Navigate wedding gifting in Bangladesh by choosing high-value items like gold or cash. While home appliances from brands like Singer provide utility, personalised tokens like books or travel vouchers offer lasting emotional impact for newlyweds.
11 January 2026, 14:35 PM
11 January 2026, 14:35 PM
#Perspective / The tragic reality behind the glorification of the ‘tortured artist’
The tortured artist myth wrongly glorifies suffering as creative fuel, ignoring mental health realities. True creativity thrives without misery, and romanticising pain harms artists by discouraging help, misguiding young creators, and overshadowing genuine talent today
4 December 2025, 09:55 AM
4 December 2025, 09:55 AM
Fridays feel like a celebration in Dhaka
When you are an adult and have to work every day, you get excited at the very possibility of a day off. Friday brings that blissful feeling that most people wait eagerly for, and it feels much stronger in Dhaka.
20 November 2025, 19:33 PM
20 November 2025, 19:33 PM
The art of bargaining: A survival skill in Dhaka
One of the basic traits of any metropolitan city isthat it calls for a specific set of skills from its residents. Dhaka is no different. Out of all the specific skills it takes to cruise through Dhaka, bargaining is one of the most elemental ones.
10 November 2025, 18:12 PM
10 November 2025, 18:12 PM
The complete Mymensingh travel map: Your go-to guide to local wonders
Discover Mymensingh's hidden gems with our detailed travel map covering must-visit spots, historic sites, scenic beauty, and local culinary delights. From tranquil hills to unique foods, explore a rich cultural experience in this vibrant division.
6 November 2025, 10:23 AM
6 November 2025, 10:23 AM
Why small-talk in Dhaka feels like a vanishing act
As “the melting pot” of Bangladesh, the capital city has certain characteristics that might as well be tagged as ‘culture.’ Some of them commendable, some are prevalent everywhere, and some on the verge of fading away. It feels like small talk is one of those cultures.
31 October 2025, 18:47 PM
31 October 2025, 18:47 PM
Dhaka’s art of waiting
With its never-ending traffic and overflowing population, Dhaka has certain unique characteristics. From calling everyone “mama”, to shouting “Oi Khali, Jaba?”, there is something very “Dhakaesque” about these traits, and the art of waiting is definitely one of them.
16 October 2025, 18:41 PM
16 October 2025, 18:41 PM
Mama Hotel: A staple for DU students
It all started at the hands of one Kasim Uddin, who used to sell “khichuri” on a van at the gate of Shahid Sergeant Zahurul Huq Hall in the ‘90s.
30 April 2024, 18:00 PM
Fading traditions, rising innovations: The story of Bangladesh’s rural kitchens
From traditional setups to ones full of modern amenities, the evolution of the rural kitchen in Bangladesh reveals an interesting narrative.
7 April 2024, 22:43 PM
Panthapath street market: A Hub for Affordable Shoes
Eid shopping has already begun in full swing and shoes are one of the indispensable items on your want list.
2 April 2024, 18:00 PM
7 must-visit monuments in Dhaka on Independence Day
The following are 7 monuments that people can easily visit this Swadhinata Dibosh or The Independence Day, to reconnect with history.
24 March 2024, 09:19 AM
5 habits to avoid for better oral health
With our lives being so busy all the time, it’s easy to overlook the little things that can make a big difference in maintaining a dazzling smile. So, before you brush off your oral care routine as ‘good enough,’ let’s dive into the top five no-no’s that might be doing a number on your teeth.
23 March 2024, 09:15 AM
Rewriting the narrative: Valuing diversity in speech and expression
Accents and dialects weave colourful threads in our cultural identity. Yet, despite their significance, people with linguistic variations often find themselves subject to ridicule and discrimination. It’s time we addressed this.
19 February 2024, 08:50 AM
Rivers in fiction: A unique genre of Bengali literature
With hundreds of waterways spread all over the country like a spider’s web, it’s only natural that rivers play a notable part in our lives. There are numerous novels focused on our riverine traditions, enough to call it a genre by itself.
19 February 2024, 08:34 AM
Madhusudan Dutta: The writer who played with the gods
Hailed as the first modern poet and the first rebel poet of Bangla literature, Madhusudan’s rebellion against the conservative society and the contemporary style of literature was daring and the first step towards modern Bangla literature.
22 January 2024, 12:04 PM
Football Fandom: Club-based groups and their craze for the sport
Once upon a time, Dhaka used to put on a celebratory face every time Abahani played a game of football against Mohammedan. Those days are long gone but our love for the game remains.
4 October 2023, 18:00 PM
How to cope with reader’s block
Reading and writing go hand in hand. And perhaps that’s why, just like there’s writer’s block, there’s also readers block. Only reader’s block is probably worse because reading is easier than writing, yet you just can’t do it.
27 September 2023, 08:00 AM
Taste the best of Bangladesh Must-try dishes and destinations
There are a number of tourist spots in Rajshahi like Choto Sona Masjid, Darasbari Masjid, Bagha Masjid, and Varendra Research Museum. Some are located in the centre while others are scattered around the city or its outskirts. Rajshahi is historically rich and local cuisine is not far behind either.
25 September 2023, 18:00 PM
Taste the best of Bangladesh: Must-try dishes and destinations
With its rich history and culture, most places in Bangladesh offer something of interest. Not only is there plenty to see, but also there’s plenty to taste. Here is a short list (and in no way comprehensive) of places you can travel while treating your palate.
24 September 2023, 09:55 AM
Dhaka: Day one and counting
There are too many people in Dhaka. So many that it’s choking the city. However, every person here is here for a reason.
7 September 2023, 18:00 PM
Supporting your spouse in her career
Working women face these issues more often than others and as her partner, it is your duty to support her.
27 August 2023, 10:38 AM
Reasons why you should travel within Bangladesh
Lately, there has been a rise in the number of tourists travelling from Bangladesh to other countries, which is fine, but there are plenty of reasons to travel within our own country.
14 August 2023, 10:49 AM
Know your neighbour?
Dhaka is full of opportunities and possibilities but they come at a price. In a city as busy as this one, sacrificing social bonds has become the norm.
1 August 2023, 18:00 PM
People’s opinion on the retirement of cricketer Tamim Iqbal
On Thursday, 6 July, 2023 Tamim Iqbal announced his retirement from international cricket. Having been one of the key players of the Bangladesh cricket team for quite a long time, it came as a shock and fans across the country had all sorts of emotions and reactions to the announcement.
6 July 2023, 17:18 PM
What DU taught me
Dhaka University is revered as the highest educational institution in Bangladesh. The place is deemed magical and its students often long for the campus even after completing their graduation.
2 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Bachelors’ struggle to find apartments
There is no shortage of buildings in Dhaka. So many apartments all around but if you are a bachelor who is looking to rent one of them then truly you are in tough luck.
27 June 2023, 18:00 PM
First Aid for Eid ul Azha
Eid brings happiness to those who celebrate but of the two Eids, Eid ul Azha is the one that often leaves us with cuts and bruises. It does not matter how careful you are, people end up with wounds more often than not. Here is how you should prepare for first aid with Eid ul Azha in mind.
27 June 2023, 11:14 AM