From rags to ‘Kantha’

A kantha is a great example of how you can upcycle your old clothes into something beautiful and functional.
17 November 2016, 18:00 PM

Sirajganj's Special Weaves

During the British colonial rule in the 18th century, when Bengali muslin was traded throughout the world, Britain's own clothing manufacturers conspired against the Bengali weavers.
10 November 2016, 18:00 PM

A Witness to History

There was a time when this particular place was more than just an educational institution. This haven once (trying its best even today)
3 November 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: Kamdeb, a rare, evergreen tree

I visited the National Botanical Garden in Mirpur more than once last year to take photographs of a few trees and flowers.
3 November 2016, 18:00 PM

The Art of Penmanship

They don't have any fancy title attached to their names. They are not called calligraphers. Not even artist. But they have quality of little bit of both in them, because they know the art of writing beautiful letters.
27 October 2016, 18:00 PM

The Mosque of Mohammadpur

In the history and classical art section of Bangladesh National Museum, a photo of a beautiful mosque taken during the 60's can surprise audiences if noticed carefully.
20 October 2016, 18:00 PM

A Blessing in Disguise: Bongshal Pond

While you go through the chaos of Dholaikhal, at the edge of Tanti Bazaar, you will find a pond surrounded by the narrow streets that lead to Bongshal, old Dhaka. Bongshal pukur (pond)- as local people call it, has its unique charm reflecting the effervescent history of old Dhaka.
13 October 2016, 18:00 PM

A Glimpse of the Tagores

In the year 1784, a wealthy Bangali zamindar built a mansion in an area of North Kolkata. His name was Nilmoni Tagore who after a family feud decided to move out and build his own home.
6 October 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: The rescuer of Herons

Saving Indian pond herons is dirty work. But it isn't going to dissuade the upazila nirbahi officer of Natore sadar upazila,
6 October 2016, 18:00 PM

The Finest Work of Art

Practicing fine arts in an institutional manner was first established during the Renaissance period.
29 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: Save nesting grounds for birds

A few pieces of wasteland that happen to be the breeding grounds for three species of “globally threatened” birds have
29 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Bengal's Own Private Investigator

In the year 1965, a popular children's magazine named Shandesh published a story written by Satyajit Ray.
22 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: Secret life of the Slow Loris

As the final light of the day hid behind the canopy, the first bat of the night unfolded its wings and the last bird of the day
22 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Shahbaz Khan’s Legacy

Dhaka city has a specific identity of being called 'the City of Mosques'. According to a 2008 survey of Islamic Foundation, there are more than 2.5 million mosques in Bangladesh, whereas around six thousand of them are in Dhaka city alone.
8 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: The scented Sultanchampa

I first came across Sultanchampa around 17 years ago. I took a few snaps of the flowers on my manual camera, got it printed
8 September 2016, 18:00 PM

The Shankha Story

During the last decade, Dhaka has experienced enormous changes in terms of architecture, lifestyle, and also the job market.
1 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: The end of colourful peafowl

Karim mama used to display bird feathers just across our school gate. He only had feathers of one kind -- long and spatula-
1 September 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: Wildlife faces food crisis

The Madhupur National Park was once a large and dense forest, home to many wild animals, including tigers and bears.
25 August 2016, 18:00 PM

The Great Shahi Eidgah

Dhanmondi Shahi Eidgah' located at Dhanmondi 6/A, is one of the most ancient archaeological sites in Dhaka city.
18 August 2016, 18:00 PM

Nature Quest: Where vultures come to feast

It was the end of July and the scorching sun was up above at midday. While Dhaka was still reeling from the July 1 tragedy, I
18 August 2016, 18:00 PM