Old Dhaka
Non-implementation of court’s directives over Nimtoli fire unfortunate: HC
The High Court observes that non-implementation of its directives and rule over the 2010 Nimtoli fire in Old Dhaka is unfortunate.
6 March 2019
100 mounds inflammable chemicals seized from Old Dhaka
A mobile court of Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) seizes 100 mounds of combustible chemicals from Old Dhaka’s Armanitola area.
5 March 2019
One less park for Old Dhaka
Did you know that less than 0.30 percent of land in all of Dhaka city is used for recreational purposes?
18 January 2018
Hrishikesh Das Road in Old Dhaka
“There are 13 officially declared heritage streets in Dhaka," informs conservation architect Taimur Islam, CEO, Urban Study Group
6 July 2017
ZAKAT CLOTHES
Standing on the bank of the Buriganga in Old Dhaka, Islampur still remains a commercial hub for wholesale trade of fabrics
25 June 2016
Dhaka vs Dhaka: The food derby
We have split Dhaka into two. The old has its unique charm reflecting the rich history and traditions of our city. And there is
16 June 2016
Man stabs cop in Old Dhaka’s Nawabpur
An on-duty policeman was stabbed by unknown miscreants at Nawabpur in old part of Dhaka.
7 May 2016
3 burnt for ‘not paying extortion money’ in Dhaka
Three people sustain burn injuries after a local Awami League activist allegedly hurled hot water at them for not getting extortion money in Old Dhaka.
29 April 2016
Khadem killed muezzin for mosque fund: Cops
Lalbagh police arrest four people including the "mastermind" in connection with the murder of a muezzin in Old Dhaka's Islampur on April 5.
20 April 2016
JnU students vandalise vehicles
Students of Jagannath University (JnU) vandalise at least seven vehicles including buses in front of the campus in old Dhaka.
19 April 2016
Man stabbed to death
A man was stabbed to death by unidentified criminals at Siddikbazar in the capital's Old Dhaka yesterday when he was going to Fulbaria
15 April 2016
Muezzin killed over personal enmity: Cops
The muezzin who was killed inside an Old Dhaka mosque yesterday might have been killed out of personal enmity, police said ruling out any militant link.
6 April 2016
Muezzin killed inside mosque
Unidentified assailants stabbed a muezzin to death inside a mosque in Old Dhaka's Islampur yesterday.
4 April 2016
Muezzin killed inside Old Dhaka mosque
Unknown assailants have stabbed dead a muezzin inside a mosque in Old Dhaka’s Islampur area. Police recovered the body from the stairs of the mosque. However, any motive behind the murder is yet to be ascertained.
4 April 2016
Dhaka’s treasure trove
Dhaka Kendra, a private museum, continues to astound visitors with its huge collection showcasing the history of Old Dhaka, since its inauguration in 1997 at Mohini Das Lane. Nestled inside the building are rare antique collections from the past life of the city, from daily life artifacts of nobles to old photographs along with many other treasures, one would be amazed to see.
2 April 2016
Human haulier runs over man in Babu Bazar
A human haullier has ran over a man on the Bou Bazar bridge in Old Dhaka early today.
10 January 2016
2 Dhaka buildings tilt, 6 show cracks after quake
The tremor has tilted two six-storied residential buildings at Mazed Sardar Road in old part of Dhaka and Shanirakhra area in the capital.
4 January 2016
Families meet Mojaheed, SQ Chy at Dhaka jail
Death row war crimes convicts Salauddin Quader Chowdhury and Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojaheed met their families at Dhaka jail. The meetings took place a day after the Supreme Court turned down their pleas for review against death penalty for war crimes during 1971 Liberation War.
19 November 2015
Plan your day trip adventure
A routine day in the life of a Dhakaiite. As wonderful as this city of millions is, it can often become taxing to go on day upon day without any break. The tedium of the hectic city life can be relieved with a little time out from our busy metropolis. Coming weekend, instead of heading off for another expensive dinner to the multitude of restaurants sprouting around Dhaka, why not drive away for a short trip out of the city?
9 November 2015
US updates security alert after Hossaini Dalan blasts
The United States has updated its security alert for its citizens residing in Bangladesh after the bomb attack on Shia Muslim community in Old Dhaka.
26 October 2015