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From dreams to dishes: How a food cart became a symbol of youth pride

, July 12 -- In the heart of bustling Dhanmondi, where car horns and cafe music mix in the summer air, a modest food cart stands surrounded by curious office-goers, students and families. Behind it i... Read More


As concrete spreads, Dhaka's green canopy fades

Dhaka, June 26 -- Dhaka, once known for its lush trees and open spaces, is rapidly expanding in its quest to become a modern megacity, but this growth is coming at the cost of its natural environment,... Read More


Dhaka's cattle markets take shape as Eid-ul-Azha nears

Dhaka, June 1 -- Temporary cattle markets have begun taking shape across Dhaka as preparations for Eid-ul-Azha gather pace. With traders arriving from across the country and designated haats filling ... Read More


Self-Reliance in Sacrificial Animals: Govt urged to sustain livestock gains

Dhaka, May 23 -- ul-Azha approaching, Bangladesh has announced complete self-sufficiency in sacrificial cattle production, eliminating the need for imports from neighbouring countries, including India... Read More


ACC launches fresh raid on BCB over graft allegations

, May 17 -- Corruption Commission (ACC) on Saturday conducted a fresh raid on the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) headquarters in Mirpur, just a month after a similar operation, as part of an ongoing i... Read More


Dhaka growing too fast leaving children behind

Dhaka, May 15 -- year-old Araf, a student from Mohammadpur, stood before a local community meeting and spoke the truth many adults had ignored for too long. "We have no place to run, to play, or even... Read More


Bangladesh's recycling economy: Turning trash into treasure for thousands

, May 11 -- Recycling in Bangladesh is no longer just about managing waste - it's about creating livelihoods, reducing poverty, and driving sustainable economic growth. With the right investments and... Read More


Local investors emerging as game changers in Bangladesh's economic landscape

Dhaka, May 5 -- As Bangladesh's economy evolves, a new class of local investors is stepping into the spotlight, playing a transformative role in driving growth, innovation and resilience across key se... Read More


Bet now, cry later? Bangladesh caught in gambling wave

, May 3 -- A rising number of people across Bangladesh - from university students to auto-rickshaw drivers, and even schoolchildren - are increasingly engaging in online and informal betting, viewing ... Read More


Festival joy may meet financial jitters; soaring animal prices likely to cast a shadow over Qurbani

Dhaka, May 2 -- ul-Azha, the second largest religious festival of the Muslim Ummah, fast approaching, excitement is steadily mounting across Bangladesh. The nation is preparing for nearly a fortnight... Read More