Growth amid market pressures Meghna Fresh LPG Ltd
Meghna Fresh LPG Ltd, a key concern of the Meghna Group of Industries (MGI), stands at the forefront of Bangladesh’s energy transition.
30 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Crisis in a Cylinder
Gas cylinder prices have surged recently, hitting Tk 1,940 for a 12 kg LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) cylinder by mid-April 2026.
30 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Simplifying your sacred hajj journey
Midland Bank PLC has established itself as a digitally-driven, customer-centric financial institution in Bangladesh.
29 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Can Smart Homes Actually Save Money?
In the bustling urban landscapes of Dhaka and Chattogram, the term “smart home” is often associated with luxury like automated curtains, voice-controlled speakers, or high-end security cameras.
29 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Hope and Hardship Mark Hajj Departure
The Hajj pilgrimage is one of the most significant spiritual milestones for a Muslim.
29 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Taming the oven you call home
Dhaka’s modern flats are overheating because glass façades, concrete roofs, narrow shafts, and dark interiors trap solar heat instead of releasing it, leaving residents in homes that feel more like sealed ovens than livable spaces
16 April 2026, 14:46 PM
How to Future-Proof Your Property in Bangladesh
Sustainability in apartments isn't just about the environment; it’s about longevity. Concrete buildings in high-humidity zones like Bangladesh suffer from dampness and cracks. Sustainable architecture uses breathable materials and proper drainage to ensure the structure lasts 50% longer.
16 April 2026, 13:34 PM
Press 'Print' to get a house
3D-printed houses are full-size dwellings built by an additive manufacturing process. A large industrial printer follows a digital blueprint (CAD design) and deposits a cement-like material layer by layer until the walls (and sometimes floors/roofs) are complete. These printers often use special concrete or bio-resins (e.g. clay, wood flour with binder) as “ink.”
16 April 2026, 13:10 PM
The hidden dangers of the machine on your wall
The headlines from across the capital are chilling and serve as a grim wake-up call for every household. In Dhaka’s Nikunja area this year, an explosion at an air conditioner repair shop recently left two individuals with horrific injuries. You may view your AC as a simple comfort, but the reality is that maintaining it has become a non-negotiable duty for your safety.
16 April 2026, 12:11 PM
How Asha Bhosle became the voice that refused every box
Asha Bhosle’s revolutionary voice dismantled cultural binaries, mirroring the complex evolution and spirit of South Asian womanhood.
13 April 2026, 13:48 PM
Bengali new year, near and far
Pahela Baishakh is a sensory explosion of red and white, the rhythmic beat of the dhak, and the collective spirit of the Baishakhi Shobhajatra, originally known as Mangal Shobhajatra.
11 April 2026, 03:27 AM
Tracing the timeless rituals of our Bengali soul
As the sun rises on the first day of the Bengali calendar, Bangladesh transforms into a vibrant canvas of crimson red and white.
11 April 2026, 02:24 AM
Navigating the difficult path of switching one’s major
The disconnect between a student’s passion and their assigned major is a systemic issue that continues to define higher education in Bangladesh.
9 April 2026, 10:00 AM
5 things you should know about NASA’s Artemis II moon mission
Ever since the final footsteps from the Apollo, the lunar surface has remained the primary focus of our cosmic curiosity.
2 April 2026, 23:28 PM
The rising stakes of cooling
The sweltering heat of the Bangladeshi summer has historically been a seasonal challenge, but in recent years, it has transformed into a primary driver for one of the country’s most dynamic consumer electronics sectors.
16 March 2026, 00:50 AM
Guarding our vital filters
Bangladesh is currently navigating a quiet yet catastrophic renal emergency. With an estimated 3.8 crore people suffering from various forms of kidney ailments, nearly one-fourth of the nation’s population is at risk.
12 March 2026, 01:03 AM
Silent signs of kidney stones
Kidney stones are hard, solid masses made from minerals and salts. These form inside your kidneys when waste products in the urine build up.
12 March 2026, 00:48 AM
Forging a future where every woman thrives
The dawn of International Women’s Day 2026 arrives with a sombre resonance. While the streets of Dhaka are often decorated in shades of purple, the headlines tell a grimmer story.
8 March 2026, 06:44 AM
Empowering women for brighter futures
City Bank PLC is widely utilising it’s City Alo platform, successfully in order to dismantle the structural barriers while fostering digital literacy to ensure women remain central pillars of Bangladesh’s formal economy.
8 March 2026, 06:33 AM
Rewriting the Script for Women’s Finance
This year, EBL is celebrating Women’s Day by transforming financial inclusion into measurable economic impact. In this interview with The Daily Star, Managing Director,
8 March 2026, 06:12 AM