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Tangail taant A classic saree for every weekday

Tangail taant: A classic saree for every weekday

7 September 2026
Transform your daily wardrobe by styling breathable Tangail sarees for modern Dhaka commutes. By pairing lightweight Bangladeshi cotton with blazers, shirts, or comfortable blouses, women easily embrace UNESCO-recognized heritage wear as practical, versatile everyday fashion.
7 September 2026
Rising inflation Is the middle class the new poor

Perspective / Rising inflation: Is the middle class the new poor?

6 September 2026
Navigate soaring Bangladesh inflation as rising costs across Dhaka force the middle class into creative survival strategies, highlighting economic pressure for non-government workers while a new public-sector pay scale underlines widespread purchasing power loss.
6 September 2026
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When a retail store becomes a cultural space

3 September 2026
What if the future of retail is not really about selling more, but about giving people a reason to stay, think, and talk? That question sits at the heart of the WildWoven flagship in Banani, created by co-founders Foysal Islam and Anamul Hoque.
3 September 2026
Chef Infiter Islam on bread, flavour and experimentation

Profile / Chef Infiter Islam on bread, flavour and experimentation

30 August 2026
Transform everyday dining in Bangladesh as Chef Infiter Islam elevates local bread culture using her Dubai culinary training, versatile Italian focaccia recipes, and creative flavor fusions to inspire adventurous home baking across the entire region.
30 August 2026
The Dolly Parton we will remember

Tribute / The Dolly Parton we will remember

27 August 2026
Celebrate country icon Dolly Parton, whose legacy spans East Tennessee to global hearts with classics like Jolene. Her unmatched songwriting, Imagination Library philanthropy, and unapologetic authenticity redefine stardom, leaving an enduring model of true generosity.
27 August 2026
From grooming to advocacy: The growing mission of Ahona Rahman and Nadia Hossain

Profile / From grooming to advocacy: The growing mission of Ahona Rahman and Nadia Hossain

24 August 2026
Founded by Ahona Rahman and Nadia Hossain, Dhaka's Pampered Paws Bangladesh expands pet-care services and advocates for stray animal welfare through community education, Gulshan Lake Park's Dog Walking Club, and urban coexistence initiatives.
24 August 2026
Behind Choko Poko & Family: A home built around rescue

Social Issues / Behind Choko Poko & Family: A home built around rescue

23 August 2026
Sabina Rahman Mukti and Sinthia Tanzim Srayoshe drive animal rescue through Choko Poko & Family in Dhaka, feeding hundreds of stray dogs nightly while urging systematic spaying and stronger Bangladesh welfare law enforcement.
23 August 2026
Adopt, don’t shop: Give a deshi animal a home

Perspective / Adopt, don’t shop: Give a deshi animal a home

20 August 2026
Transform pet care perceptions in Bangladesh by adopting vulnerable deshi dogs and cats instead of buying pedigree breeds. Fashion designer Sumaya Khan emphasizes that responsible rescue adoption creates lifelong family bonds and vital animal welfare.
20 August 2026
Top 5 places to visit in Munshiganj: Mawa Ghat, Idrakpur Fort, and more

Top 5 places to visit in Munshiganj: Mawa Ghat, Idrakpur Fort, and more

Wondering what places to visit in Munshiganj? To ease your confusion and make your visit more pleasant, we bring you the top five places to visit.
15 December 2022
5 must-see travel spots in Sylhet

5 must-see travel spots in Sylhet

Sylhet is known for its highlands, swamp forests, and haors. The breath-taking beauty of Sylhet’s green surroundings and the welcoming nature of its locality is sheerly irresistible — in very few places in Bangladesh, you will find the mesmerising hillside beauty that Sylhet possesses. So, why wait to visit and see the vibrancy and exquisite travel places of Sylhet?
30 November 2022
Bangladesh Kennel Club helping you understand your dog better

Bangladesh Kennel Club helping you understand your dog better

How many of us are aware of the right ways to care for our adored pet dogs? Or know the methods by which you can accommodate your doggie’s particular needs? Being a responsible dog owner is not easy, and it is much more than making sure that the bowl of our furry friends is full to the brim. To create awareness about how to look after a dog correctly and discern the right breed so that your pet receives a tailored care, Bangladesh Kennel Club organised a seminar on 18 November, 2022.
24 November 2022
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Dressing up your washbasin with few easy steps!

Washbasins are an essential part of your home décor — no matter whether it’s the kitchen sink or bathroom washbasin, they can make a weighty impression on your guests, and speak for your taste and cleanliness. A well-designed washbasin area can easily have a positive impact on your mood and brighten up the interior of your humble abode. And luckily, you can achieve an aesthetic and well-organised washbasin area by following some easy steps!
21 November 2022
Green Me: Welcoming greenery and sustainability at your doorsteps

Green Me: Welcoming greenery and sustainability at your doorsteps

Who does not love to walk barefoot on the dewy grass and bask in the freshness of nature? Nature heals, and studies show that being surrounded by greenery can reduce our stress, anxiety, and even anger, and generate pleasant feelings. Nowadays, we find the sight of vegetation in the urban areas of our country very rarely, and it seems like Dhaka has been rid of its greenery completely. To promote urban plantation, Green Me — an urban greening and farming service provider — started its journey in 2019.
20 November 2022
Top 5 places to visit in Sreemangal

Top 5 places to visit in Sreemangal for a memorable winter

Although Sreemangal, often spelled Srimangal, is famous for the countless hillocks full of evergreen tea gardens, it is equally endowed with many charming and breath-taking tourist spots. If you are planning to spend your upcoming winter vacation in the solitude and beauty of nature—while being surrounded by lots of vast green countryside—then take a trip to Sreemangal and be in communion with nature while enjoying stunningly designed resorts.
16 November 2022
Simple rules to quit smoking

Simple rules to quit smoking

People don’t smoke merely out of habit, there are many other reasons deeply intertwined with this harmful practice. Numerous factors such as social contexts, peer pressure, anxiety or loneliness can largely influence a person’s smoking behaviour. But we need to realise that tobacco is such a drug that only steals from us — our money, health, and well-being.
10 November 2022
5 simple mindfulness exercises to brighten up your life

5 simple mindfulness exercises to brighten up your life

Mindfulness exercise involves being present in the moment, observing our thoughts and emotions and sustaining the awareness of our bodily sensations and surrounding. Here are some ways on how you can exercise mindfulness to calm your mind and move past negative thoughts and emotions.
5 November 2022
Top 5 wellness apps to maintain a healthy lifestyle

Top 5 wellness apps to maintain a healthy lifestyle

The pandemic has changed our lives drastically and now, we are much more conscious and vigilant about our health and wellness. And exactly for this reason, wellness apps have gained immense popularity in this post-pandemic era. These wellness apps are easily accessible, insightful and usually free.
3 November 2022
Warrior Women Bangladesh: Empowering girls with martial arts

Warrior Women Bangladesh: Empowering girls with martial arts

The social scenario of our country offers a disturbingly grim picture to us and the number of sexual violence cases is on the rise. It is distressing and proves that we have not progressed much as a nation. To help women fight back, teach basic self-defence strategies and rewire their mindsets to end the cycle of abuse and trauma, the Warrior Women Bangladesh project began its journey in September 2017. The project took its shape under the guidance of Mashroof Hossain, a Bangladeshi police officer and Abdullah Mohammad Hossain, the chief instructor at KO Fight Studio and the country representative of World Karate Organization (WKO), Shinkyokushinkai Bangladesh.
4 September 2022
Making the most of your travel photography

Making the most of your travel photography

These days, travel photography has become an inseparable part of travelling. Developing an efficient eye for travel photography is an ever-evolving process as every travel destination has its distinctive culture, landscapes and stories to display. Hence, it is not a very easy task for an amateur photographer to snap a perfect shot with one click of the camera. However, having some tips and tricks in mind, we can empower ourselves with photography skills and equipment and collect beautiful images with the cameras that we have at our disposal.
24 August 2022
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Tips and tricks to survive load-shedding

Load-shedding and power cuts are now common phenomena in Bangladesh, and sadly, these are both unpredictable and can last for hours. And the current energy crisis engulfing the whole country has done nothing but increase our sufferings. No matter how painful load-shedding is, this regular occurrence has become an inseparable part of our lives—just as the agonising traffic jam and much-dreaded water logging. With some prudence and precautions, we can make the hours that we have to spend without eccentricity less distressing and perhaps, useful and productive. Below some pointers have been laid out for you to deal with load-shedding smartly.
15 August 2022
4 reasons why Chandni Chowk is your most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka

4 reasons why Chandni Chowk is your most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka

Known to many and visited by most Dhakaites — Chandni Chowk, Gawsia, and New Market — the holy trinity of inexpensive and trendy apparels certainly need no new introduction. Yet, the legendary Chandni Chowk stands out the best as it offers an astounding number of cheap deals and fashionable attires with twists of deshi taste. Although it is not easy to find one’s way around the winding narrow alleys, teeming crowd and never-ending shops in Chandni Chowk, this crammed and busy shopping hub undoubtedly remains the most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka city.
10 August 2022
Style guide for wearing jeans that fit you well

Style guide for wearing jeans that fit you well

The appeal for jeans is universal. We have all seen, admired and worn them — the classic skinny jeans, the retro boyfriend jeans, the flares aka bell-bottoms — denim are certainly an indispensable anchor to any wardrobe and are donned as casual wear by many. Again, it is unanimously acknowledged that denim pants never go out of style, and they function as versatile wear in countless occasions; however, ill-fitted jeans can be anyone’s worst nightmare and negatively impact the overall look. Here are some tips to help you choose jeans that complement your natural form.
13 June 2022
Smartphone apps that can make Hajj easier for you.

Smartphone apps that will help you during Hajj

From simply getting correct directions to helpful pointers for performing Hajj, there are many smartphone apps available just with that aim.
26 May 2022
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Embracing Hygge décor for a cosy home

Hygge décor refers to the minimalistic interior decoration that prioritises the qualities of cosiness and ease and incorporates the Danish idea of hygge.
30 April 2022
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Beauty Service Owners Association of Bangladesh elects new executive committee

The Beauty Service Owners Association of Bangladesh (BSOAB) organised a press conference to introduce its newly elected executive panel for the 2021-2023 term.
4 April 2022
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Dan Foods Limited introduces wholesome premium lachcha and soft drink powder

Dan Foods Limited — the manufacturer of the well-liked and reliable snack brand Dan Cake — has launched two new products: Dan Foods Premium Lachcha and BREEZ soft drink powder.
31 March 2022
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Quit smoking with these convenient apps

Numerous people embark on the journey of giving up smoking for good—yet unfortunately, many fail due to the lack of motivation and effective aid. So, to make this process easier and successful, various apps can be your trusted allies and guides.
10 March 2022
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Selecting cushion covers? Let us show you how

Cushion covers are an essential part of any home, and the process of choosing them does not have to be a daunting one! Here’s a quick look into the trending cushion covers for the new year.
20 January 2022

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