It was December 11, 1971. A N M Golam Mostofa, Veteran journalist of the then daily Purba Desh was catering to family duties.

It is said that in Bangladesh, nobody visits a police station until s/he is not forced to do so; however, the Teknaf police station has removed this stereotype with a very moving story.

Ever thought of looking for stories in one of the oldest and busiest spots in Dhaka? A trip to the Sadarghat is what you need.

From the early 19th century, Bengal witnessed a change in its socio – cultural norms as the British Raj came into ruling.

A kantha is a great example of how you can upcycle your old clothes into something beautiful and functional.

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.

There was a time when this particular place was more than just an educational institution. This haven once (trying its best even today)

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.

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.

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.

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.

Practicing fine arts in an institutional manner was first established during the Renaissance period.

In the year 1965, a popular children's magazine named Shandesh published a story written by Satyajit Ray.

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.

During the last decade, Dhaka has experienced enormous changes in terms of architecture, lifestyle, and also the job market.

Dhanmondi Shahi Eidgah' located at Dhanmondi 6/A, is one of the most ancient archaeological sites in Dhaka city.

Do you remember the famous quote by Napoleon Bonaparte? “A leader is a dealer in hope.” A.K. Fazlul Huq (1873-1962),

Emil Erich Kästner was a German author of the 20th century. Around the time of the Nazis, Erich's writings were widely criticised by the then Hitler government.

Around the early 1900's, Hrishikesh Das became one of the prominent zamindars in Dhaka. He had a knack for luxury, and was often complimented by his friends for his houses around the area which is now Tanti Bazar.

Rashid Ahmed Chowdhury, or more commonly known as Bulbul Chowdhury, was born in Chunatigram, Chittagong and grew up in Kolkata. “At that time, a muslim boy who dances was considered impossible!” says Hasanur Rahman Bacchu, guitar-guru and President, Bulbul Academy of Fine Arts.