#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 Way, Dhaka – the hottest boutique hotel in town

Nestled in the vibrant and growing business district of the capital, 'The Way' Dhaka is a brand new international hotel chain.
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Chilli and chocolates: a match made in heaven

As the days get colder, appreciate the full bodied flavours of chocolate is all its savoury glory! Rich in minerals, chocolate is known to help combat heart disease, fight the LDL, the so-called 'bad cholesterol,' and also aid in losing weight.
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Repurpose an old sari

There is also the issue of trends, fashion, and dying styles. Your mother might have been very comfortable in a sari but you probably like fusion wear or western wear, what can you do in such a case?
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Sonic salutations to the sun

Surya Namaskar has many benefits. Here are a few: weight loss, better blood circulation, strengthening of muscles and joints, improved flexibility and toning, improved digestion and respiration, improved sleep, reduced depression and anxiety, regularised menstrual cycle, reduced blood sugar level, detoxification of the body and calming of the mind.
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Fresh bloom in winter - Preali Collection the serene fashion store in the capital

Dismal winter discourages even the most fashionable from donning latest trends. The season, perhaps with its chilly wind and the misty fog persuades everyone to try out monotonous colours like grey, beige and white.
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Myth busters

It almost seems like common sense, but that is not the case apparently! People get colds because of viral infections and there are no reasons to think that germs are more abundant in lower temperatures.
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

How to look fancy at winter parties!

Winter is a season of celebrations! It comes with holiday parties, brunches with the girls, hangouts over dinner with friends or family, late night BBQ welcoming the new year, garden parties enjoying the chilly weather and of course... the weddings, the weddings, and the weddings!
26 December 2016, 18:00 PM

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

As the star of Bethlehem approaches, the cakes get ready for the oven and the city lights up – we get ready to celebrate a very
22 December 2016, 18:00 PM

THIS WEEK'S HORRORSCOPE

You are to your family what this December is to all winters, a disappointment.
21 December 2016, 18:00 PM

The boy brow

Not too long ago skinny eyebrows were a thing, where most of us would pluck like there is no tomorrow, barely leaving any brow hair behind. However, recently as we all know, large bushy brows have made a comeback, thank goodness!
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

A Very Red Christmas

Blend sugar in a blender until a bit powdery. Whisk egg whites in a mixer, and add the sugar bit by bit as the mixture foams up. Add the jelly powder.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Must have Swedish delicacies

On 11 December, the Swedish Embassy held a Nobel-themed dinner as part of the observance of Nobel Week; another banquet was arranged on 13 December, as part of celebration of St. Lucy's Day.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Making memories

Nazmus Sakib, Associate Producer of Channel 24, and his four friends have already established themselves in their chosen career but food was always their ultimate dream and after months of planning and investment of time, love and care, Café Memoire was born.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Tatee Ghar

Blood red Katan wrapped around a beautiful bride or the burly wood cotton sari worn by the village belle – whichever looks more tempting, the hind-story of handloom or 'Taant' remains the same in both cases.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

VLCC in Dhaka for global campaign against obesity

Vandana Luthra, founder of VLCC, is on a global campaign to spread awareness about obesity. Sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy food habits, lack of sleep, genetic factors and urbanisation have contributed significantly to the rise of obesity.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Kitchen Shades

With a cuisine dominated by spices, imagine the hours and the money you would need to maintain the classic, all-white kitchen! And after all that hard work, chances are, there will still be a faint yellow curry stain after you have washed it for the umpteenth time that day! So,
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

A merry feast for Christmas at The Westin

Seafood salad with celery and cherry tomatoes
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Christmas – celebrating with food

“In my childhood the start of December in Colombo meant shopping for cake ingredients, then watching the elders chopping the fruits, with a lot of chatter and gossip.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Divine Beauty Lounge & Makeup Maestro Bapon Rahman

It happened – I fell in love. And the objects of my affection, utterly charming, are the works of make-up maestro Bapon Rahman.
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM

Wedding collections

It's that time of the year, when winter comes with the Bengali season Poush, and Dhaka has begun to be enchanted with the melodies of the clarinet (Shanai).
19 December 2016, 18:00 PM