Winter is more than simply a season in Dhaka; it's the big unmasking. When the temperature drops and the city sheds its constant sheen of humidity, people start to change, leaving their summer survival modes to expose their most genuine — and frequently ridiculous — winter selves.
Dhaka’s weddings have transformed into elaborate productions driven by Instagram-worthy aesthetics. From rigid dress codes and lavish themes to curated fusion menus, celebrations now prioritise social media over genuine joy, leaving guests overwhelmed and exhausted.
Every South Asian family has one. That omnipresent relative who buzzes around every family gathering like an over-caffeinated bee stings with their words, and then insisting they were “just joking.”
In Dhaka, New Year celebrations face criticism for firework-related hazards, noise pollution, and harm to pets. This begs the question; is it time to re-think New Year celebrations?
Understanding a man’s thoughts can feel like decoding hieroglyphs. From the “What to eat?” dilemma to the art of silent retreat, men’s perspectives offer insight into smoother, funnier relationships with clearer communication.
Bengali folklore's ghosts, from the haunting shakchunni to the enigmatic Brahmadaitya, offer subtle chills Hollywood’s loud, predictable horrors can't match. While CGI thrills prevail today, Bengali spirits’ unpredictable nature still uniquely terrifies.
Should khichuri, the beloved rice and lentil dish, be enjoyed as letka or bhuna? To understand the pulse of Dhaka’s khichuri aficionados, we spoke to a few dedicated enthusiasts who shared their insights and experiences.
In a heartwarming encounter on Dhanmondi’s roadside, a lost pet cat and a kind stranger shared a brief, tranquil moment.
Behind every photo, every video, and every post lies a curated process which is always aimed at portraying an “ideal” version of oneself to the world.
Our unforgiving, superficial society is a lover of beauty, quick to criticise whoever does not fit their stereotypes of grace and elegance. Does it matter that she works 16-hour days? Or, she has just given birth, or gone through surgery?
It is true that living without our smartphones or social media in this day and age is next to impossible but it is also true that due to technology we often feel disconnected from the natural world.
Most people called it midlife crisis, I called it the freedom to do anything I wanted to. Freedom to do anything that made sense and yet was not possible earlier, all because I could not master enough courage to pursue what my heart bled for — a little bit of insanity.
How do the monks on ice live magically and produce wonders through detachment from worldly angst?
In this ever-evolving journey of self-discovery, we have assembled some guideposts that can really clear the path to achieve what we are really passionate about and broaden our minds to all the possibilities that lie out there.
Travelling mindfully transforms the spirit of a traveller from a simple desire to see the world to a more profound expedition of connections and understanding on a whole other level.
Lisa Kudrow’s character, Phoebe Buffay has taken up a special place in everyone’s heart with her quirky personality and sense of individuality. The teachings and values Phoebe imparts are timeless just as the show and resonates with any and every generation.
Ever thought there would be life lessons from washing dishes? From the grime and soap there could be little bubbles of wisdom that could shape your life. Well, that is what this article will hope to demonstrate. How a menial mindless task can be so intricate and what are the golden nuggets of sagacity that hide amongst the kitchen sink?
As a passionate traveller and fervent lover of trekking, the Mardi Himal Trek in Nepal was an adventure that forever altered the perception I acquired throughout the course of my life. Little did I know that amidst the breath-taking landscapes and rugged trails, I would undergo a profound transformation, both internally and externally.
Arthur Conan Doyle’s most popular character is none other than Sherlock Holmes whose stories have been adapted to the big screen multiple times. Despite the character and his detective stories being fictional, Sherlock Holmes gives us multiple life lessons.
