By Nahid Hasan Once, the sky over Dhaka wasn’t just a place for smog and drones—it was a living canvas, where dragonflies danced in monsoon twilight, and butterflies wandered like petals blown by the wind. Now, the air feels heavier, quieter, and emptier. Where did all the tiny lives go? This is not a romantic…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan When I stood near a smoky brick kiln on the outskirts of Dhaka, I felt like I was witnessing the silent architecture of our own downfall. A thick layer of ash blanketed the nearby paddy field, and the sky—once bright—was veiled in a permanent gray. In that moment, I…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan The Buriganga River, once the heart of Dhaka’s trade and transportation, now lies choked by years of unchecked pollution. Once a source of life, the river has turned into a toxic drain, threatening both the environment and the health of millions who depend on it. A River Under Siege…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan When Cyclone Sidr ravaged coastal Bangladesh in 2007, it didn’t just take lives and homes—it left invisible scars. Survivors like Hazera Khatun, a mother of three from Barguna, still wake up in a cold sweat, haunted by memories of the roaring winds. “Even the sound of rain terrifies me…
By Nahid Hasan Once, the sky over Dhaka wasn’t just a place for smog and drones—it was a living canvas, where dragonflies danced in monsoon twilight, and butterflies wandered like petals blown by the wind. Now, the air feels heavier, quieter, and emptier. Where did all the tiny lives go? This is not a romantic…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan When I stood near a smoky brick kiln on the outskirts of Dhaka, I felt like I was witnessing the silent architecture of our own downfall. A thick layer of ash blanketed the nearby paddy field, and the sky—once bright—was veiled in a permanent gray. In that moment, I…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan The Buriganga River, once the heart of Dhaka’s trade and transportation, now lies choked by years of unchecked pollution. Once a source of life, the river has turned into a toxic drain, threatening both the environment and the health of millions who depend on it. A River Under Siege…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan When Cyclone Sidr ravaged coastal Bangladesh in 2007, it didn’t just take lives and homes—it left invisible scars. Survivors like Hazera Khatun, a mother of three from Barguna, still wake up in a cold sweat, haunted by memories of the roaring winds. “Even the sound of rain terrifies me…
by Nahid Hasan Dhaka, April 02 – In the heart of Dhaka, where traffic congestion is a daily ordeal, another invisible crisis looms—sound pollution. The relentless honking, construction noise, and loudspeakers create an unbearable environment, affecting millions. From schoolchildren struggling to concentrate to elderly citizens suffering from health issues, the impact of noise pollution is…
Dhaka, March 30 – As Bangladesh pushes for economic growth, its dependence on fossil fuels continues to rise, sparking concerns about environmental degradation and energy security. While the country has taken strides in renewable energy, coal and natural gas remain dominant, fueling both development and climate vulnerability. A Nation Dependent on Fossil Fuels From the…
Photography and Reporting by Nahid Hasan Dhaka, March 30 – In the heart of Bangladesh’s bustling capital, where waste piles up on street corners and plastic clogs its rivers, a silent revolution is taking shape. From waste pickers to eco-conscious entrepreneurs, ordinary people are driving the nation’s transition towards a zero-waste future. The People on…
