Ariful Hasan Shuvo

A Dhaka-based journalist and researcher specialising in economic, current affairs, and development related analysis.

In this concrete jungle, where fresh air feels scarce, Jatra offers a peaceful escape from the city’s chaos with mango tree, an open courtyard, and nature-inspired architecture. Photo: Jatra
Features

Jatra: A cultural oasis in the concrete jungle of Banani

The construction boom of high-rise buildings across Uttarkhan has been a recent phenomenon. Photo: Mehedi Hasan
Panorama

From paddy fields to high-rise buildings: How Uttarkhan is catching up with the rest of the city

Saif Shahid. Sketch: TBS
Panorama

ShahidLipi: The forgotten tale of the first Bangla computer keyboard

Amar Ekushey Book Fair. File Photo: Rajib Dhar/TBS
Panorama

A post-uprising book fair: More political than literary

How can Bangladesh integrate the remaining half into its labour force?
Panorama

How can Bangladesh integrate the remaining half into its labour force?

Illustration: TBS
Panorama

Can our development sector sustain without foreign funding?

Illustration: TBS
Panorama

Zero digital divide still a far cry for Bangladesh

In 2023, Bangla Academy barred a prominent publishing house ‘Adarsha’ from Boi Mela for publishing three books that criticised the then-ruling Awami League government. Photo: UNB
Panorama

Amar Ekushey Boi Mela: How politics encroached on free thought

A top shot of Dhaka city. The photo was taken from the Gulshan area in the capital. Photo: TBS
Panorama

To build or not to build?: Dhaka's high-rise dilemma

The three newly selected colours announced on 20 January for law enforcement agencies are iron (for police), green olive (for RAB) and golden wheat (for Ansar). Photo: TBS
Panorama

Police reform: Do new colours mean a new mindset?

MRT Buddy app provides a seamless way to check card balances and transaction histories using NFC technology. Photo: Mehedi Hasan
Panorama

Community-made apps step up to simplify metro rail travel

Illustration: Fahad Jaman/TBS
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Cyber Security Ordinance: When the law fails to define, anything can be considered a crime

The leaders of the National Citizens’ Committee are optimistic of making a strong appearance and gaining public support — the way they received during the uprising. Photo: TBS
Panorama

How impactful will the student-led political party be?