monsoon
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CREATIVE NONFICTION / On rainy days and reading
The fact of the matter was this: the poem had been written, the call had been answered, and as lofty as it sounds—at that moment there I was, as Frank O'Hara put aptly—"the center of all beauty! / writing these poems!/ Imagine!".
#Perspective / Monsoon in Bangla literature
Bangla literature is quite rich and monsoon holds an interestingly large part of it. Some might say that monsoon in literature is a sub-genre of Bangla literature and it’s probably not an unfair claim. But monsoon in Bangla literature has such a major impact that it’s challenging to finish that discussion in one small article.
Bangladesh sees lowest July rain in 41 years
While monsoon is supposed to be at its peak in July, the country witnessed less than half the average rainfall during the month this year.
(Not My) Home: Musings of a Reluctant Immigrant
Despite all her flaws, Dhaka is still the home that loves with reckless abandon
Must-try monsoon mango recipes
Mangoes are simply irresistible. Some can devour five of them in the time it takes you to count to four. And they are just as irresistible once you involve them in recipes, some of which has become iconic enough to be considered a staple monsoon dish. Here are just some ways you can take advantage of this delicious fruit in some recipes for this monsoon.
41mm rain causes waterlogging in low-lying Ctg areas
Many low-lying areas of Chattogram city went under knee-deep water due to rain, causing sufferings to commuters and residents today (June 17, 2022).
Monsoon wedding wardrobe essentials
The idea of a monsoon wedding instantly takes us to a beautiful fairy-tale image. `The refreshing calmness all around, and a ceremony amongst the drizzle; no wonder some say that the phrase ‘romance in the air’ was invented for monsoon. However, as dreamy as it sounds, a wedding during such an unpredictable weather does come with some risks. So here are some major wardrobe ideas to check out if you are attending weddings this monsoon.
Best resort offers for monsoon 2023 in Bangladesh
Summer, particularly monsoon, serves as the perfect time to take that dream holiday and resorts around Bangladesh are pulling out every lucrative offer in their books to lure customers out of their homes and into their luxurious facilities. Here are some exciting and irresistible resort offers in Bangladesh for summer 2022 for your vacation.
The romance of rain, or not!
Monsoon is dreamy for some and exasperating for others, yet it is the best season in Bangladesh. The rivers are full and abundant with sweet water fish, nature is at its greenest best.
Top 4 haors to visit in Bangladesh during monsoon
The rivers of Bangladesh flow across it like blood across veins, breathing life into its vast territories. It is this wetland ecosystem that fills our lush green country with several amazing haors. Among the many wetlands, haors are mostly located within Brahmanbaria, Habiganj, Sunamganj, Kishoreganj, Netrokona, Moulovibazar, and Sylhet.
The fight against Dengue
Dengue is mainly caused by female mosquitoes of the species Aedes aegypti, which is easily recognised by the white bands on its legs and body. Aedes mosquitoes prefers to breed in clean, stagnant water. Cleaning them up would reduce their breeding grounds.
A Life Spent on Rooftops
This place of whatever square metres is a cure to everything, a sanctuary whenever one needs it; for privacy or some fresh air the balcony can't compensate.
Death toll in Nepal floods rises to 55
The death toll in Nepal from flash floods and landslides in the past three days rises to 55, with dozens missing and injured, the government says.
Monsoon Worry: UN gears up aid efforts in refugee camps
UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, has said it is rushing additional aid to Bangladesh where the first monsoon rains in Cox's Bazar district affected hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees there.
Now, Dhaka is flooding every time it rains
This monsoon season turns to a nightmare for Dhaka city dwellers. Now, Dhaka goes down under knee-deep every time it rains and whenever it rains.
Heavy rains throw city life out of gear
Yesterday, it was the same old story of inexpressible misery that the city dwellers endure when city traffic system collapses after rain.
Nature Quest: The eye-catching foxtail orchid
Have you ever spotted this orchid in our evergreen rainforests? If not, keep a close watch on the branches and the trunks of the
Cyclone Roanu heads towards Bangladesh
After battering the Indian coast for last two days, the first cyclone of the monsoon is heading north to Bangladesh.
