#Perspective / Why rain and romance will always go together

15 June 2026, 14:10 PM Life & Living
Embrace the nostalgic magic of monsoon in Bangladesh through a beautifully narrative perspective. This text captures how raindrops inspire romance, prompting a youthful lover to choose a stunning white saree before meeting her paramour.

5 epic destinations in Asia that won’t cost a fortune

Discover budget-friendly Asian travel destinations from Bangladesh, exploring Nepal, Bhutan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand to experience breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class street food while creating unforgettable memories without breaking your bank account.

Your favourite snacks may be loaded with hidden salt

11 June 2026, 10:56 AM Health & Fitness
Control dietary sodium with insights from Dr Chowdhury Tasneem Hasin of Continental Hospital. Reducing hidden salt in processed snacks prevents hypertension and silent kidney damage, protecting the heart health of young adults across Bangladesh.
The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh
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Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
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The British Curry Awards

The unsung heroes behind Britain’s favourite cuisine were honoured once again at the 13th Annual British Curry Awards on Monday November 27, 2017 at Battersea Evolution, London.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology hosts 2nd convocation

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology held its second convocation at the International Convention City Bashundhara on November 27, 2017.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Charm Of The Emerald Isle

I was hesitant at the doorsteps of what was famously named after the street it was situated on, the 160-year-old Temple Bar of the Temple Bar neighbourhood in central Dublin, Ireland.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Thank God It's Friday

'Flaming Acoustics' is the name of an instrumental ensemble directed by Iftekhar Anwar. Come December 9 at Alliance Française Auditorium Nouvelle Vague, the ensemble will perform eight different and exclusive renderings of Western
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Gardening in the crowded city

A cup of steaming hot coffee paired with your favourite book, clad in periwinkle pyjamas and bathing in the winter sunshine. Obviously, you would have to be surrounded by beautiful greenery and colourful flowers with maybe yellow butterflies roaming around. Can it get any better?
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Grocery at your fingertips!

Have you ever been stuck in rush hour traffic on your way back from work, recounting the many things you need to get done once home?
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Flavours of Middle East

Season the fish fillets with salt, pepper, garlic and lemon juice and mustard. Keep in the chiller for 20 minutes, and mix flour in the bowl with little salt and pepper and water (it will have a slightly thick consistency when poured into a piping bag).
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Kay Kraft's Bijoy/17 Collection launched

To celebrate the coming Victory Day infused with the spirit of youthful vigour, Kay Kraft has a new collection set up for the fashion savvy. The collection is filled with the vibrancy of red and green with additional colours and a touch of art.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

A piece of Italy at Amari Dhaka

Foodies who have missed Italian Chef Marco Bosciani's Dhaka visit can still taste his style and spirit of cooking at Amari Dhaka. Amaya Food Gallery, Amari Dhaka's flagship restaurant is now serving fresh, authentic Italian cuisine insipired by Chef Marco's cooking style.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Easy Fashion's winter collection

Menswear is Easy Fashion's forte and this winter is no exception. The winter collection includes full sleeved t-shirts, hoodies, and jackets, as well as many more trendy dresses. At the same time the collection is budget friendly.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Gourmet salad at its best

Anyone who is going to exclaim in repulsion when they hear 'salad' has clearly been brought up wrong! On its own or as a side for your meal, salads are always a great to look forward to; be it a fancy salad you serve on the weekends,
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Hair care products from Dreamron

Anyone out looking for a complete range of hair care products now need not look further than Dreamron Cosmetics Ltd. Their wide range of products include both professional and home-use products.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Delightful Candles

These wax coated wicks, although meant for decorative purposes, serve us a lot more than that. To most of us a candle is a daily stress reliever, to some it is love for the sight of little lighted ornaments in our homes, while to others — a must-have on special occasions. In short, a lighted candle is a little piece of joy, if it is scented, well, halleluiah!
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Texas Night at Le Méridien

Le Méridien is hosting a two-week-long event showcasing Texan cuisine to food connoisseurs, in the heart of Dhaka.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Fire in a jar at Newton's Archive

Four friends spending time together by default owing to their classes at university together is not a very unusual scenario for anyone, but this particular group had their heads buzzing with ideas and hearts fluttering with dreams, which happily enough for us brought about the creation of 'Newton's Archive.' The beginnings were only a soft ripple in the ocean, which now is full of waves worthy of being surfed upon.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Light Winter Wear

Thanks to global warming, sweater weather is not quite here yet. The slow arrival of winter means that quite often one is stuck between feeling chilly or too stuffy.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Designs in drapery

Curtains are the most popular form of window treatments in Bangladesh, but which sort of curtains are in vogue at the moment with the Dhaka dwellers? The key words are gorgeous yet classy, with a touch of modern sophistication.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Happy feet & legs too!

The best thing about leggings is that they are versatile. They can be worn with dresses, t-shirts, long tops and kurtis. You can team them up with any kind of tops and still manage to look trendy. Made of stretch material, they fit so snugly that they suit all body types.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

The layering game

Cold winds clanging the wind chime, windows kept shut since sunset while the ceiling fans hang silently over us. Even the slightest creak of a door two storeys above can be heard. If you were waiting for a white dove to announce the coming of winter, you surely missed the event already.
4 December 2017, 18:00 PM

Ice camping with penguins in Antarctica

When you've paid a large chunk of your savings to go on the trip of a lifetime, you would probably be smart about it and not do anything stupid that will make you miss the trip.
30 November 2017, 18:00 PM