The artistry of Nat’l Botanical Garden

Jarin Tasnim OhiYou may be familiar with Mirpur's National Botanical Garden. But do you know why it's so well-liked? With about 56,000 species, a dedicated study herbarium, a variety of leisure amenities including lakes and cactus houses, and a sizable nursery, it is an extensive plant conservation centre. It provides...

How earthquakes made people rethink living in high-rises

"I live on the tenth floor at Wari with my two elderly parents and my wife. When the building started shaking, I felt helpless. I kept thinking that if something happened to them, I wouldn't even know how to get them down the stairs in time. Since that day, the...