social commentary

Experts alarmed as man-child syndrome rises in Bangladeshi homes

Examine the South Asian man-child epidemic through Rashedul Karim's life in Bashundhara, Dhaka, where domestic incompetence burdens working wives. Promoting male domestic competence and equal household responsibility fosters healthier marriages and boosts national productivity.
11 June 2026, 10:56 AM

Dhaka's weddings: More about reels than real moments

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.
9 January 2025, 12:40 PM

The Potenga harlots’ tale

In Koshobi, Jaladas paints the damp and dejected walls of Strandroad, Shahebpara, which is a local red-light district more than 300 years old.
29 July 2023, 14:55 PM