Dhaka, March 2 -- Chawkbazar in Old Dhaka, a traditional place for iftaar bajar, once again became a bustling hub for iftar enthusiasts on the first day of Ramadan on Sunday.

Despite economic challenges and increased prices, both vendors and customers came together to celebrate the rich culinary traditions that define Ramadan in Old Dhaka.

Visiting the area, this UNB correspondent found the area filled with variety of iftar items with traders trying to attract the buyers. Hectic bargaining was on.

Makeshift shops started displaying their food items from noon while the crowd increased with the time.

They said they preapred every item using special recipe focusing on the Ramadan for giving a different flavour and taste.

Despite a notic...