#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

The Wows and Woes of winter

Badminton is a sport that highlights skill and dexterity over brute strength. Yet when is the last time you can recall going out in the field or the street to enjoy a good game with your racket and shuttlecock?
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Sunsilk - Noksha presents Wedding Festival 2017

For the third year in a row, Sunsilk and Noksha have partnered together to organise a Wedding Festival. The event took place at Bangabandhu International Convention Centre between 21 and 22 January, 2017.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Cycling at Cox's Bazaar Marine Drive Road

To promote slogans like “Dekhun Bangladesh, Janun Bangaldesh”, cyclist Mohammad Abul Hossain, Mohammad Rubel and travel writer Mansur Aziz decided to cycle their way from Cox's Bazaar to Teknaf via the Marine Drive Road on 28 December, 2016.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

PRIDE Limited Turns 25 and Honours 15 Outstanding Women of Bangladesh

Pride Limited celebrated their 25-year anniversary at Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel Dhaka on 21 January.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Dating dynamics, you say?

At that point in life, when you are with your loved one, nothing else matters. Night-long phone calls, 'monthiversaries' - a real deal for many couples - and gift-exchanging competitions between the two individuals are the core components that build the relationship during that period. However, this is for the days of youthful exuberance.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

A potpourri of culinary experiments

Not everyone has a sweet-tooth, some just prefer savoury snacks. If you choose to follow this recipe, you will see the addition of sausages, peppers and cheese turns the muffins into mini pizzas! These can satiate your 'pizza-cravings' in a simpler way.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Dealing with dry facial skin

Wet your face with some warm water. Take care to avoid hot water or anti-bacterial soaps as these rid the face of its natural oils.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

What's in a bloom?

This city is a concrete jungle—is a statement we have all said or heard at some point, lamenting the utter lack of the soothing foliage in Dhaka. But even in this jungle, home is where we yearn to go, despite the boxed apartments and their caged grilled verandas.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Kay Kraft for Valentine's and Falgun

To rock this season full of colours, Kay Kraft has brought out a new collection. This collection includes brand new designer saris, shalwar kameez sets, tops, shirts, panjabis, t-shirts, and children's wear.
30 January 2017, 18:00 PM

THIS WEEK'S HORRORSCOPE

If you're coughing, it's best to just swallow honey.
25 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Know your kites

Shakrain, the festival which marks the end of 'Poush' in the Bengali calendar, is celebrated with much gusto in many neighbourhoods
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Beginning 2017 again: The Chinese Year of the Rooster

The celestial bodies gracing the planet's sky have had their fair share of astronomical fascination over thousands of years.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Luscious Lips

Initiated by Koreans, this is a lipstick trick that makes your lips look smaller, giving you a youthful and natural look.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Rock n' roll with a deodorant!

Have you ever thought that you were missing out on something after you put on your outfit and then realise it was your deodorant?
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Craze for blouse

This is the most common body type - hips being larger than the bust (small-busted figure).
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

An Indian menu

Boil gurda with some salt. When all the liquid dries up, add ghee and stir. Now add ginger, garlic paste, roasted onions, salt, black pepper, green chilli paste, and yoghurt.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Boho Décor

Bohemian style is not limited to your clothes and accessories. Take those colours, prints and textures that you love and display them all over your home to express your bohemian soul.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

The dilemma of sleepovers

A night away from home and parents, adjusting to a different environment can be a great learning experience for a child or a teenager.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Discovering Morocco

Sitting somewhere on the northern tip of Africa, Morocco is a country resplendent in glorious architecture and endowed with a distinct landscape.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes

Have you ever been in awe of Natalie Portman's refreshingly good looks and wondered how she manages it, All-The-Time!? This celebrity is so amazing that even the paparazzi have never been successful in catching her off her guard, blemished or awkward. So, what's her secret? Is it just a blessing of healthy, unblemished skin? Of course not! She is as human as all of us, with all the flaws. Possibly the secret is her subtlety in make-up and this makes all the difference.
23 January 2017, 18:00 PM