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Pulse August 10, 2021

Different Markets of Dhanmondi

Reading Time: 5 minutes Those who enjoy shopping, like to explore the various alleys of the city and find the market of their choice. A place where they feel comfortable shopping. And in continuation of our series written about different markets of Dhaka city, we continue exploring different markets of Dhanmondi today. There are great benefits of living in Dhanmondi. Shopping is one of them. From buying branded items to budget shopping, you can find everything there. Even those who live far from the area often come to Dhanmondi with a complete shopping list. Especially the markets in this area are at the top of the list for shopping during any major festival. Shimanto Square Located on the road 2. of Dhanmondi, Shimanto Square Market is right next to Bangladesh Rifles Headquarter gate No. 4. It is one of the elite shopping centers of Dhanmondi area. Built across a huge space, this market is…

Bproperty After Hours August 9, 2021

6 Nifty Features You Will Find Inside The Bproperty App

Reading Time: 4 minutes The recently launched Bproperty App has brought Bproperty’s real estate solutions, including the buying, selling, and renting of properties, right at your fingertips. In this app, you can enjoy all the features of the feature-rich Bproperty website (www.bproperty.com), from the convenience of your smartphone. This allows you to access Bproperty’s real estate solutions from anywhere, without the need for a personal computer. There are many useful features in the Bproperty App, including the add property option, the search filter, and the mortgage calculator. But hidden within the app are many other cool features. In today’s blog, we will take a look at some of these nifty Bproperty App features and show how you can make the best use of them. The Bproperty App The Bproperty App is an easy and convenient way to browse through Bproperty’s large database of thousands of listings to find the perfect property for yourself. You…

My Home August 8, 2021

Preparing the house for your feline friend

Reading Time: 3 minutes When you look into their eyes, you have no choice but to melt. The desire to take them home and gobble them up is almost irresistible. You want to love them, pet them, feed them, train them; give them all of life’s possible comforts. But is your house ready for a pet? Do you need to be preparing your house for a cat? If the answer to that is yes, you’ve come to the right place. Cat-safety The first thing you want to ensure is that the cat can not leave the house or be harmed. THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT. You have taken on a responsibility, so live up to it. In Dhaka, services to install nets at windows and balcony doors have become fairly available, so that is a great way to begin. No more escapes. Inside the house, you want to keep the place clear of sharp or…

Tips August 7, 2021

Here are some of the most effective tips to clean tile flooring

Reading Time: 4 minutes When it comes to flooring, you have to choose your cleaning solution very carefully. Not all cleaning solutions will have the same effect on your flooring. Some might seem effective at first but they might damage the material in the long run. For example, if you use ammonia-based solutions to clean hardwood flooring, it might take the dust and stain off the flooring but it will discolor, deteriorate, and dull the finish over time. The point is you have to be as careful choosing the right cleaner as you would picking up the flooring for your house. Then, you have to be mindful of the ways you can clean your floors. That being said, in this article, we will be discussing some of the most effective tips to clean floor tiles. Tips to clean floor tiles Tiles can be of different types based on the materials. There are ceramic tiles,…

Trends August 6, 2021

Vegetable gardening: How to do at home

Reading Time: 4 minutes Maybe in pursuing hobbies or love for greeneries, many people opt for vegetable gardening at home. In effect, the empty rooftops or the balconies of the house turns into a green oasis. Some people are doing this as a hobby and in hopes of getting a little peace from the everyday bustle of our mechanical life. With just a little knowledge of vegetable cultivation and effort, anyone can turn their rooftop or balcony into a beautiful garden. In the following, we will discuss everything about vegetable gardening, how to choose the right plants, their maintenance, and their costs. How to get started It doesn’t need much preparation or time to create a vegetable garden at home or, specifically speaking, on the roof or balcony of the house. When creating a rooftop garden, be mindful not to damage the roof in any way. For this, the pots of the planted vegetable…

Pulse August 5, 2021

Dakshin Khan – A Diamond in the Rough or the Future of Dhaka City?

Reading Time: 4 minutes What do most people want? They want to settle down in a place that has all of life’s comforts – where life can be prosperous and convenient. And they want to attain all that within a budget. Luckily, a home in Dakshin Khan can fulfill that desire! In the face of rising property prices, it is not every day someone can buy a flat in Dhaka or Chattogram. On top of that, finding the balance between affordability and comfort & convenience is hard to come by. But Dakshin Khan offers that opportunity. Even a decade ago, the area was not much to write about. It was more akin to neighborhoods in district towns rather than a part of the capital. Yet, today, the picture is completely different. The fortune of the people and the area has changed with still more untapped potential in play. And that is what today’s article…

Trends August 4, 2021

This is why you should use false ceilings in your home

Reading Time: 4 minutes The concept of a false ceiling, and interior designing as a whole, was foreign to Bangladesh even a couple of decades ago. But as the days progressed, people adopted the idea and became more interested in modernizing their houses, incorporating false ceilings with different interior design styles. False ceilings are additional ceilings used for increasing functionality and enhancing the beauty of the original ceiling. But there is more to a false ceiling than meets the eye. In this article, we will discuss six very important benefits of using false ceilings in your home. Covers the exposed beams on the ceiling Many houses have exposed beams running along the roof slab, which can end up being an eyesore. If you also have exposed beams in your ceiling, installing a false ceiling can be an excellent way to hide them and give your room a sleek look. Hides the exposed electrical wiring…

Pulse August 3, 2021

Wards and Areas of Dhaka North City Corporation

Reading Time: 5 minutes When the Dhaka city corporation was dissolved by the local government amendment bill on 29 November 2011, it made way for two new municipal corporations in Dhaka. The Dhaka North City Corporation and the Dhaka South City Corporation. DNCC or Dhaka North City Corporation is an autonomous body that governs 54 northern wards of Dhaka. These wards and areas of DNCC also cover the thanas of Turag, West Uttara, East Uttara, Uttarkhan, Dakshin Khan, Bimanbandar, Khilkhet, Vatara, Badda, Rampura, Hatirjheel, Shilpanchal, Tejgaon, Sher-E-Bangla nagar, Mohammadpur, Adabor, Darussalam, Mirpur, Pallabi, Rupnagar, Shahali, Kafrul, Bhashantek, Cantonment, Banani and Gulshan. There are many reasons why many people prefer to live in Dhaka North. Some of the best-planned neighborhoods in Dhaka are located in DNCC. Dhaka North also offers some of the most value-for-money areas in the capital. However, for an average citizen, it may be difficult to be aware of all the wards…

Trends August 2, 2021

Advantages of Green Parking Lot Technology

Reading Time: 3 minutes One of the primary reasons for the deterioration of our environment is the growing number of vehicles. These vehicles are responsible for the rise of carbon dioxide levels and the aggravate air quality. To minimize this dire strait and the impacts of conventional asphalt parking space, acquiring green parking lot technology is a must. They might appear like a hefty investment; however, it is beneficial to both the environment and the owner. Green parking lot technologies can help develop a sustainable common space, lowering public safety hazards’ probability. Basic requirements for the establishment To establish a green parking lot technology, at least 75% of the space to maintain trees with large shade is essential. Park benches and tables can be arranged throughout the site so pedestrians may enjoy green space in the middle of the community. This sustainable parking lot technology should maintain the measurement of water quality, flow volume,…

Tips August 1, 2021

Controlling and Preventing the Spread of Dengue Mosquito

Reading Time: 5 minutes Preventing the spread of dengue fever has unofficially become a national emergency. Thousands of people have been afflicted with the dengue virus in the month of July 2021 alone, and the time to stop it from becoming an epidemic is almost running out. Dengue prevention, as it stands, can be difficult, but not impossible. What we need to do is take care of the problem at its source; mosquito infestations. Source of Virus & Current State “More than 1,920 men, women, and children have been admitted to the hospital solely in July” Aedes mosquitoes or as many refer to it as, dengue mosquitoes are the main carriers of this virus, spread dengue to humans through a bite. According to the World Health Organization, they are daytime feeders, and are especially active during the early morning and just before dusk. However, a regular mosquito can also become a carrier after biting…