Strong population, weak fund
Dhaka National Zoo is not only struggling to contain the herds of ferocious carnivores within the heavily eroded cages, it is in a fix over accommodating rising population of tigers, lions and hippos.
Empty nest syndrome creeps into city life
It took a very long time for Ayesha Rahman (not her real name), a widow living in Dhanmondi, to come to terms with 'empty nest syndrome'.
Who will bell the cat ?
A gang sells counterfeit tickets to patients at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH), but authorities could not head off the racket despite repeated anti-fraud measures.
An old market in bad shape
Shop owners at Karwan Bazar DIT Market reject DCC plan to increase rent
Shop owners at the Karwan Bazar DIT Market have rejected the Dhaka City Corporation (DCC) plan to increase monthly rent.
"The DCC has decided to raise the rent to Tk.
New life for Duronto
'Duronto' at Shishu Academy premises is having final touches done to its repairs after it was hit by nor'wester bringing down the statue eight months ago.
Stop this nuisance
Sidewalks reek of open-air urinals, causing discomfort to pedestrians, but squatters, drifters and roving traders are left with the lone option, as public toilets are a few.
