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Maisha Islam Monamee

The author graduated from Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka and is a contributor at The Daily Star. Find her @monameereads on Instagram.

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Education / An IBA Gold Medalist’s blueprint for success

9 June 2026, 15:46 PM
IBA Gold Medalist Monamee shares the lessons, habits, and mindset that helped her thrive.
9 June 2026, 15:46 PM
Clicks culture

Next Step / Clicks, culture, and the curious feminisation of marketing

26 May 2026, 12:22 PM
The post-war consumer economy depended heavily on household purchasing, and it quickly became clear that these decisions were not made in boardrooms or sales meetings, but in kitchens and living rooms.
26 May 2026, 12:22 PM
Tagore and the art of getting love wrong

Tagore and the art of getting love wrong

8 May 2026, 09:00 AM
His characters feel deeply, sometimes overwhelmingly so, but they do not always understand what they feel, or what others feel in return.
8 May 2026, 09:00 AM
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This website lets you compare salaries in Bangladesh

5 May 2026, 23:27 PM
In Bangladesh’s job market, salary information rarely circulates in the open. Candidates are often expected to negotiate, justify expectations and make career decisions with limited visibility into what roles actually pay.
5 May 2026, 23:27 PM
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ revisits fashion, power and media decline

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ revisits fashion, power and media decline

4 May 2026, 10:00 AM
What makes this return more interesting than the usual legacy continuation is that the world it depicts has not politely waited in place.
4 May 2026, 10:00 AM
The cultural reinvention of Pahela Baishakh

The cultural reinvention of Pahela Baishakh

14 April 2026, 11:27 AM
What is now one of the most widely celebrated cultural events across Bangladesh actually started as an administrative solution, and its transformation over the centuries offers a surprisingly layered look at how traditions evolve.
14 April 2026, 11:27 AM
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Webcams for your online class setup: our picks

13 April 2026, 16:41 PM
From affordable entry-level devices to more advanced options with specialised features, here is a wide range of webcams to choose from for your online class needs.
13 April 2026, 16:41 PM
Learning from execution

Next Step / How we learn from work and what we often miss

8 April 2026, 13:22 PM
The idea of “learning from execution” challenges the tendency to treat results as self-explanatory and argues that without deliberate analysis, both success and failure can mislead.
8 April 2026, 13:22 PM
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From Leto songs to Ghazals- Exploring Nazrul’s musical versatility

Kazi Nazrul Islam was a revolutionary catalyst of Bangla literature, who evoked power through his words. He was a poet, novelist, playwright, speaker, newspaper editor, film actor, music maestro, and contributed to the Liberation war as a Shobdo Joddha and political activist. 
27 August 2023, 06:32 AM
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Team Bangladesh secures 3 gold medals in IMDO 2023

This year, team Bangladesh secured the first place globally, and won three gold and one silver medal. The winners include Naimul Islam, from Notre Dame College, Dhaka, Ture Saina Tithi, from Mulagram High School, Brahmanbaria, Mst. Samia Afrose Sruty, from Adamjee Cantonment College, Dhaka, and Md Sanaul Haque Shanto respectively.
26 August 2023, 14:48 PM
Nabanita Nawar Forbes

In conversation with Nabanita Nawar: The first Bangladeshi on Forbes' 30 Under 30 Local: Toronto

Nabanita Nawar, a Bangladeshi researcher and entrepreneur residing in Canada, has recently been featured in the Forbes' '30 Under 30 Local: Toronto' list. We recently caught up with her to learn more about her background, work, and aspirations.
18 August 2023, 18:00 PM
Nabanita Nawar Forbes

Bangladeshi Nabanita in Forbes’ 30 under 30 Toronto list

Nabanita Nawar, a Bangladeshi researcher and entrepreneur residing in Canada, has been featured in the Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30 Local: Toronto’ list. This is the popular business magazine’s first-ever list of this kind, and she is the only Bangladeshi to be featured.
14 August 2023, 16:19 PM
Tagore’s legacy continues to live through film adaptations

Tagore’s legacy continues to live through film adaptations

The universality of his stories present a challenge for these filmmakers to produce a picture that is equally compelling, credible, and visually appealing.
6 August 2023, 05:10 AM
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RUET team ranks 8th in Formula Student Switzerland

Team Crack Platoon from Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET) has ranked 8th overall at Formula Student Switzerland earlier this month, participating against 22 teams from 12 countries. They also clinched the 4th position in the ‘business plan presentation’ category at the competition. 
31 July 2023, 14:31 PM
Iconic Bollywood friend groups we wish to be part of

Iconic Bollywood friend groups we wish to be part of

Over the years, these films have served major #friendshipgoals, being our emotional support mechanisms. On the occasion of Friendship Day, we look back at four iconic groups we wish we were a part of.
30 July 2023, 13:16 PM
The final canvas of r/place with Bangladesh in it.

Carving a place for Bangladesh in Reddit's r/place

United by a shared purpose, the r/bangladesh community gathered on a Discord server, starting with just a handful of individuals and growing to an astonishing 3500 members.
30 July 2023, 09:36 AM
'Barbie' promotion: will the movie catch up to the hype?

'Barbie' promotions: will the movie live up to the hype?

While "Barbie" took marketing to the next level, only viewers will be able to judge whether or not it lives up to the expectations. 
21 July 2023, 04:47 AM
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Team Bangladesh becomes second runners-up in Unilever Future Leaders’ League

A three-member team from Bangladesh became the second runners-up in the 2023 Unilever Future Leaders’ League (UFLL). The team consists of Afnan Faruk, Ferdous Hasan, and Abdullah Azwad Rafeed, all of whom are alumni of the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Dhaka University.
17 July 2023, 11:21 AM
Movies to watch this Father’s Day

Movies to watch this Father’s Day

Whether you're looking for the ideal movie to watch with your dad or arranging a family movie night, here is a list of movies that are sure to uplift, amuse, and strengthen the bond we share with our superheroes.
18 June 2023, 12:00 PM
Anuv Jain songs to add to your playlist

Anuv Jain songs to add to your playlist

Ahead of his first concert in Dhaka, here are five of his songs that deserve a spot on your playlist.
1 June 2023, 10:12 AM
10 years of ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’

10 years of ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’

Some films manage to enchant us simply by portraying the reality, or presenting characters we end up loving,it is one of those films.
31 May 2023, 09:58 AM
Four Karan Johar films to revisit on his birthday

Four Karan Johar films to revisit on his birthday

Most of us grew up watching his romantic comedies, shot in luxurious sets with star-studded casts. Over time, his stories adapted a rather progressive approach, offering fresh perspectives to enjoy.
25 May 2023, 10:47 AM
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Reading ‘memory’ with Sehri Tales and Sister Library

The event, themed ‘Memory,’ took place on Sunday, May 21 at Dhanmondi’s DrikPath Bhaban, supported by Goethe-Institut Bangladesh and HerStory Foundation
24 May 2023, 10:42 AM
Laila Sharmeen’s ‘Golden Bengal’: A thoughtful, artistic tribute to nature

Laila Sharmeen’s ‘Golden Bengal’: A thoughtful, artistic tribute to nature

Laila Sharmeen’s 12th solo painting exhibition, “Golden Bengal,” has begun at the La Galerie of Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD). The exhibition’s opening ceremony took place on Saturday, May 20, and was graced by the presence of Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury MP, Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament as the chief guest.
22 May 2023, 03:00 AM
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Laila Sharmeen’s ‘Golden Bengal’ kicks-off at AFD tomorrow

Laila Sharmeen’s 12th solo art exhibition, “Golden Bengal” will kick-off at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka tomorrow, May 20.
19 May 2023, 09:29 AM
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Seven Bangladeshis make Forbes 30 under 30 Asia 2023 list

The famous business journal Forbes annually lists notable global movers and shakers under the age of thirty. This year, seven Bangladeshis made the list of 'Forbes 30 Under 30' Asia Class of 2023.
18 May 2023, 04:59 AM
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‘Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway’: A mother’s fight for justice

The Rani Mukerji starrer, “Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway” is a heart wrenching tale of an Indian immigrant who struggles for the custody of her own children, when they are placed in foster care by Norwegian childcare services.
14 May 2023, 09:07 AM
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Movies to watch on Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is a worldwide celebration of mothers and motherly figures. This occasion honours a mother’s love, care, and endless sacrifices for her children and family.
14 May 2023, 08:35 AM

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