Nearly three thousand kilometers of railroad tracks crisscross the delta lowlands of Bangladesh, connecting the capital, Dhaka with Chittagong to the southeast and Calcutta to the southwest. The system was built largely by the British and began operations in 1862, Bangladeshi rolling stock now carries more than forty million passengers…
My name is Mohd Zamrus Jadid from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Currently working as a photographer with the government sector. I start my photography as a hobby since 2008. In 2013, I buck up and get out of my comfort zone in photography then I start more focus to shot real-life…
The Nihang sects of Sikhs was initially established to preserve peace and to guard the Sikh Gurudwaras. Today, even after more than 300 years, their dependents continue to live spiritual lives, train in martial arts, and help their community to grow. Their traditional Nihang dress with a blend of blue…
Being an avid traveler, wildlife & birding enthusiast, the global lockdown has been hindering us from pulling out our photography gear. Possessing the inquisitiveness throughout the year and facing a sudden hard stop to the hobby or profession that triggers creativity doesn’t make things easier. Having few perks like a…
Dhaka the capital of Bangladesh stands by the banks of Buriganga. The dockyard also placed by the bank of this river which is on the opposite side of Shadarghat, the central river port of Bangladesh. The dockyard is in the town of Keranigonj where the working environment and the lifestyle…
Every Year Thousands of Slum people of Bangladesh lost their last shelter as well as life due to Fire Accident. Most of the time they are the victim of man-made intentional causes or unconsciousness. They are using their house only for day or night since they are mostly busy for…
Kolkata is a well-known city for its colors and wall art. In this photo series, I have tried to connect local people with the wall arts in various locations in Kolkata. Played with the colors and tried to create some juxtaposition with wall arts from the lanes of Kolkata –…
Over the last few years, Ladakh is slowly becoming a hot topic for not only the locals and regional tourists but also for foreign nationals. Political and legislative changes aside the region are most popular for its ideal placement surrounded by the hills and valleys. Bordering several nations the terrains…
The world is at risk of widespread famines caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The impact of the global economic devastation caused by Covid-19 has already declared as the worst humanitarian catastrophe since the Second World War. The number suffering from hunger could go from 135 million to more than 250…
Modernity is making inroads into the traditional practices and lifestyles of people. However, a walk through older portions and a visit to places not so open to modern values can get you glimpses to age-old practices and traditions. A typical way of life is the use of shikaras on waterways.…
Suffocation’- does it have only one meaning to it?! Is it only about the feeling of being trapped or oppressed? Well, there are different aspects to it. The sudden announcement of a lockdown due to COVID-19 has provoked many pertinent questions in so many of us. Now that we are…
IzmailovoVernissage market is a very interesting place in the East of Moscow next to the Izmailovo Kremlin. It is a sprawling weekend flea market with vendors of funky antiques, furnishings, souvenirs, and collectibles. Another interesting feature of this place is that the streets surrounding the market come alive with characters…
Attending Theyyam is by far the best thing one can do while they are in Kerala. ”Theyyam” is a ritualistic performance, which can be described as the most visible, spectacular art form of Malabar (Northern part of Kerala), associated with myths and legends. Theyyam can also be described as a…
Polo Bawa is a century-old traditional fishing festival in Bangladesh. Hundreds of people including villagers, fishermen take part in this festival spontaneously with “polo”, a bamboo-made fish-catching trap, in knee-deep water forgetting their woes of the summer and cheering with their mates when they trap fishes with their polo. Polo…
As the world combats with an invisible enemy, many of our lives have come to a standstill now. A month ago our lives were pretty foreseeable with simple daily conventional work that all of us were looking forward to. The coronavirus pandemic has changed the whole scenario, today countries are…
What is Rakher Upboash? Rakher Upobash is a Hindu religious festival of lights, faith, and devotion. Rakher Upobash is usually celebrated in the month of Kartik as per the Hindu calendar, which usually falls in November. Kartik month is an auspicious time as per the Hindu religion. There are a…