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Jasim Molla’s Paribagh newspaper stall now sells bread, chips, and everyday essentials. Once a hub for magazines such as The Times and National Geographic, it reflects the sharp decline in newspaper readership and the changing face of the trade. Photo: Saleh Shafique

News stands mostly without newspapers: What Dhaka's hawkers now sell to survive?

Compared to the 90s, newspaper consumption in Dhaka has fallen below 20%. And yet, the city still houses 4 to 5 thousand paper hawkers eking out a living. 

Representational image. Photo: Collected

Hawker beaten to death during altercation with locals in Khilgaon

An eviction operation by the Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) in New Market on Monday afternoon escalated into clashes between hawkers and law enforcement, leaving at least 20 injured, including police personnel. Photo: UNB

Hawker-Police clash leaves 20 injured in Chattogram

Hawkers encroaching upon footpaths have led to chaotic traffic conditions in Sylhet city, leaving residents and commuters drowning in gridlock throughout the day. The photo was taken in the Zindabazar area of the city on 24 January. Photo: Debashish Debu

Hawkers spill onto Sylhet city roads, worsening traffic woes

Dil Afroz Khuki selling newspaper on the footpath. Photo: TBS

Lone female hawker defies age to continue selling newspapers