Environmental and Nutritional Benefits of Rooftop Gardening in Dhaka City for Promoting Sustainable Development Goals 2, 3, 11, 12, and 13

INTRODUCTION Rapid urbanization in developing megacities like Dhaka has imposed severe environmental and nutritional strains on urban populations, largely due to declining green spaces, air pollution, food insecurity, and the degradation of local ecosystems. As concrete expansion continues to replace arable land, urban agriculture, particularly rooftop gardening (RTG), has gained attention as a promising strategy … Read more

Distinction from Near Extinction of Kalanamak: A Heritage Rice’s Journey from a Remote Village to the Globe

The history of Kalanamak rice is deeply intertwined with the local myths and cultural practices of the region. According to legend [16], [53]; [59], Lord Gautam Buddha, after he received enlightenment, was returning from Bodha Gaya to his father’s kingdom in Kapilvastu, he was requested by the villagers of Bajaha jungle (now Bajaha and Mathala … Read more