K Tanzeel Zaman

Gulshan 2’s “Raater Kebab er Goli” is evolving into Dhaka’s own mini night market, blending kebabs with sushi, burgers, and trunk shops. Buzzing with life, it captures a chaotic, vibrant street culture unique to the city.

Giorgio Armani, legendary Italian designer, died 4 September, 2025, aged 91. He revolutionized fashion with minimalist, elegant designs, founded his brand in 1975, created a global luxury empire, and left a lasting influence on style.

Bangladesh enters the 5G era with promises of speed, low latency, and massive connectivity. While urban rollout faces infrastructure, cost, and device hurdles, 5G remains vital for smart cities, healthcare, startups, and the nation’s digital future.

The Perseid meteor shower peaks on 12–13 August, offering spectacular views across Bangladesh. Best spots include Cox’s Bazar, Saint Martin’s Island, Bandarban, and Sylhet. Minimize light pollution, adjust your eyes, and enjoy brighter meteors despite moonlight interference.

There’s a silence that settles in when the shouting ends and when the camera finally rests. But for the photojournalists who stood in the eye of July’s storm, that silence is anything but peaceful. These are not just men with cameras. They are the reluctant custodians in a country where truth is often unwelcome.

Jackfruit can, indeed, be a versatile component or an alternative for meat dishes. Before you scoff and laugh, here are recipes that will make you appreciate the national fruit.

Chattogram blends scenic beaches, forest trails, historic landmarks, and vibrant street food into an unforgettable travel experience. Perfect for explorers, it rewards curiosity with hidden gems, cultural depth, and untamed natural beauty.

The Barabkunda Agnikunda in Sitakunda, Bangladesh, is a sacred flame mysteriously burning on water for centuries. Fuelled by natural methane, it blends myth, science, and spirituality into a rare, unforgettable travel experience.

Guliakhali does not try to impress you with rolling waves or the classic “beach photo-op” look. It just is. It seems as though someone took a beach, churned it in a mangrove forest, and then gently spread a grassy carpet on top. There are a lot of open grasslands, areas of shimmering water that cut through the green like silver veins, and mangrove roots that rise like natural sculptures. You don’t arrive at Guliakhali; you ease into it.

This Eid-ul-Azha, elevate your Qurbani beef with perfectly cooked steaks. Learn expert steak techniques from choosing cuts to seasoning and doneness — ditch the bhuna routine and serve juicy, flavour-packed steak that celebrates bold carnivore flair.

Google Pay’s possible launch in Bangladesh promises streamlined payments and digital integration, but concerns over security, internet reliability, and infrastructure highlight the need for local adaptation before a truly cashless lifestyle becomes reality.

Eid-ul-Azha is more than just qurbani — it’s about gathering around warm plates, family chatter, and that unmistakable aroma wafting from the kitchen. Whether you are attempting your first beef curry or planning an elaborate biryani feast for the extended family, Radhuni Masala Mixes have got your back.

Elon Musk’s Starlink offers Bangladesh high-speed satellite internet via low-Earth orbit satellites, ideal for rural and remote areas. Despite weather, power, and coverage limits, it’s valuable for underserved regions but less practical in cities with cheaper fibre options.

With Starlink internet now available in Bangladesh, remote work and travel finally align. From Saint Martin’s beaches to Sajek’s peaks, digital nomads can livestream, Zoom, and edit on-the-go—even from boats, sandbars, and hilltop cottages.

Starlink's launch in Bangladesh promises stable internet nationwide, enabling remote work from rural areas. With high-speed satellite access, decentralised offices, telemedicine, and digital education become realistic, potentially transforming work culture and easing pressure on urban infrastructure.

Starlink launches in Bangladesh, sparking buzz, but it's no broadband replacement. With high costs, limited mobility, and unsuitable latency for gamers, it's ideal only for remote users lacking fibre access—not urban residents with stable Wi-Fi.

Now, noodle lovers often find themselves torn between indulgence and intention. Wanting the quick fix without the guilt trip. That’s where Mr. Noodles Low Fat walks in — not with a grand entrance, but with the quiet confidence of something that just makes sense.

Unresolved childhood trauma often resurfaces in marriage, shaping emotional responses and deepening relationship conflicts. In Bangladesh’s high-pressure society, healing requires vulnerability, therapy, and confronting past wounds to build truly intimate, emotionally resilient partnerships.

For those who want to sweeten their Pahela Baishakh without breaking into a full-on culinary sweat, here are two easy, crowd-friendly desserts that bring just the right blend of tradition and innovation.

As the new darling of Bangladesh’s digital content landscape, podcasts have quietly transformed how we consume information and engage with narratives. The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a catalyst and pushed creators to experiment with new formats, and thus, video podcasts emerged as a practical and appealing medium to discuss diverse topics from lifestyle and career tips to mental health and pop culture.