#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
6 February 2023, 02:17 AM Life & Living Multimedia
Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
1 February 2023, 12:48 PM Life & Living
Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD

Ladies and gentlemen, on your left are cubes of a type of mango whose season is as short as my attention span. This is Haribhanga.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Culinary Treats from China at The Westin

The Westin Dhaka is currently holding a Chinese food festival, 'Culinary Treats from China'. The festival started on 7 August and is going to end on 13 August, 2017.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

In diversity we believe

According to United Nations' website, “There are an estimated 370 million indigenous people in the world, living across 90 countries. They make up less than 5 percent of the world's population, but account for 15 percent of the poorest.”
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Drik and the Legend of the Loom

Drik, in association with Bangladesh National Museum, premiered a documentary film on 30 July, 2017 at Kobi Sufia Kamal Auditorium, Bangladesh National Museum.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Kolkata chain Aminia in Dhaka

If you crave Kolkata Biryani, you now have an address to savour it! Aminia, the name which is synonymous to Mughlai cuisine - the oldest in Eastern India - has now opened a swanky restaurant in Dhaka.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Using a highlighter

A highlighter is a product that can completely change your look. If applied correctly, it gives you that amazing glow where people cannot really place what is different but nevertheless just say that you look amazing.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Royal gardens of Europe: A lush oasis in National Garden, Athens

The National Garden in Athens has exceptional qualities and stunning styles that put it on the map for visitors vacationing in Europe.
6 August 2017, 13:57 PM

In search of Heidi, eating my way through bits of Bhutan

The Proustian punch of eating food that stirs a nerve is something I have always been on a quest for.
3 August 2017, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

I will be in your mind all day, don't mind me.
2 August 2017, 18:00 PM

The magic of multipurpose furniture

Multipurpose furniture mostly relies on a folding mechanism, innovatively designed so that parts can be extended or stored, according to one's requirements.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Of food and tunes

Did you ever find yourself running over to the TV when you heard a certain familiar tune only to find it was being performed in an orchestra or as a concert piece?
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Stepping into the jazz scene: A listener's guide

Often we find that popular music, or the 'pop scene' as we know it, is just not enough to feed the soul in a manner we might need.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Food allergy

A food allergy is an abnormal response to a food triggered by our body's immune system.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

THANK GOD IT'S FRIDAY

THANK GOD IT'S FRIDAY
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

The Westin chronicles

The spread features a wide selection of fresh juices, salads, appetisers, eggs, soups, sushis, breads, hot dishes, and desserts.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Malaysian food festival at Le Méridien Dhaka

Le Méridien Dhaka is set to host Malaysian Food Festival at their multi-cuisine restaurant, Latest Recipe, from 3 August to 11 August, 2017.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

How to choose your mentor?

First learn stand, then learn fly” is the iconic dialog from the 1982 movie Karate Kid in which Mr.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Zurhem and BMW team up to promote Bangladeshi luxury couture

Collaborations between first class brands are quite rampant in the western world and that is why we often hear renowned fashion brands like Valentino, Donatella Versace, Coco Chanel, Georgio Armani, etc announcing strategic alliances every now and then.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Painting your home — not as seen on TV

After countless advertisements on 'painting your own home and getting a new life', the long dormant, creative gene of some viewers is awoken with a rumble.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

A Geek's guide to date night outfits

Sweating profusely? Feeling squeamish –shouting at anyone daring to disturb your peace? Calm down! It is not the last day of your life.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM