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Early childhood development: The right to quality care and education

Nipa, aged 12, residing in Korail slum of Dhaka, had to quit her free primary school due to her inability to cope with the orthodox educational system.
19 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Growing up in a digital world

The tiny hands of a seven-year-old can barely hold an eight-inch tablet, but Riana had practice.
19 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Daycares matter

Daycares usually focus on Early Childhood Development which is crucial for the physical, emotional and social development of children.
19 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Advantages of alternative materials over conventional clay burn bricks

Bangladesh is a severely land-scarce country with per-capita cultivable land of only 12 decimals.
13 October 2019, 18:00 PM

‘We have good standards, but we don’t follow those’

How has the quality of construction evolved over the years?
13 October 2019, 18:00 PM
13 October 2019, 18:00 PM

Integrity the key to safe construction

In 1905, construction began of a palatial house in Dhaka. That resplendent Mughal architecture-style building today is known as Bangabhaban, the official residence and principal workplace of the president of Bangladesh.
13 October 2019, 18:00 PM

Changing tastes in a growing car market

The market for automobiles in Bangladesh, especially the four-wheeler segment, is as small as it is diverse. With brand new car dealerships seeing about 80-90 units go out the doors on the popular end every year and lesser brands selling about 20-30 if they are lucky,
25 September 2019, 18:00 PM

A spike in women drivers

“The driver is not here. Who will take the children to school?” asked Tahmina’s husband. “I will drive them today,” she says, surprising the whole family with the news that she has been secretly learning how to drive.
25 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Things to consider before buying your first car

Deciding to buy a car is one of the first steps to making your commute easier. With an increasing number of models to choose from, it becomes quite a challenge to pick the right one. How do you know which car is the best for you? Here are a few tips to keep in mind when buying a car, whether reconditioned or brand new.
25 September 2019, 18:00 PM

The future of the automobile industry in Bangladesh

The automobile industry in Bangladesh, as a whole, is growing. We have an estimated annual demand of 30,000 units for the passenger vehicles among which brand new vehicles are contributing 5,000 units.
25 September 2019, 18:00 PM

How to make your brand new car last forever

You have bought your brand new car and you cannot stop smiling. Here are a few things you need to watch out for so you can keep smiling years down the line.
25 September 2019, 18:00 PM

TRUST BUILDING AMONG INDO-PACIFIC LAND FORCES FOR RISK REDUCTION

The Indo-Pacific region is one of the most dynamic regions of the world. It is a region, which is situated at the strategic crossroads,
9 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Memoir of a Serpent Woman

I am Ranire, the serpent woman who lives in the rubbles of Al-Hammar Palace. Yes, you heard right—the accursed and legendary half woman and half snake that wanders in the desert land of Ukh-Tarar.
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Life Theft Auto: Vice City

“CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER”—the instruction pops up on the brand new 32-inch curved monitor’s screen. “Hmm… Which one? Which one should I select?” Genghis Khan murmurs.
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Of Itching and Scratching

I, an itching palm? —William Shakespeare
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Tagore Poems

Krishnakali I call her Krishnokoli, my dark blossom,
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Editor’s Note

It’s that time of the year again, when we offer an array of literary items -- short fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Two poems of Federico García Lorca

If I die, leave the balcony open.
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Street Music

Saturday morning: on the brick plaza at the corner of Fourth and Catheri
10 August 2019, 18:00 PM