Transform basic braids into stunning looks with Parandis

27 April 2026, 17:48 PM Fashion & Beauty
Enhance traditional Bengali beauty by accessorizing dark tresses with ornate parandi. Elevate braids using colorful tassels and zari from Gawsia Market to match Jamdani outfits. This festive styling tradition celebrates heritage through unique, handcrafted hair accessories.

Experience Sylhet like never before during the magical rainy season

Explore Sylhet during monsoon when Ratargul Swamp Forest and Jaflong waterfalls transform into misty escapes. Enjoy spicy shutki bhuna amidst Sreemangal tea gardens. Rain-soaked landscapes offer serene, uncrowded adventures for those seeking authentic Bangladeshi beauty.

Stop these daily habits that quietly damage your mental health

27 April 2026, 17:42 PM Health & Fitness
Protect mental health by breaking harmful habits like Instagram doomscrolling and overworking. Confronting bottled up emotions and distancing from toxic people fosters emotional resilience. Prioritize quality sleep and self-care to ensure lasting psychological well-being today.
How to stay safe in a heatwave
16 April 2026, 19:42 PM Health & Fitness
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

A Night of Tradition: Gala fashion show by Friendship Colours of the Chars

In a fast-paced, materialistic era as such, taking it slow may in fact be better for the world. With this philosophy at its core, Friendship Colours of the Chars celebrated “A Night of Tradition” that magnificently interweaved tradition and fashion on Friday, November 26, at Le Meridien, Dhaka.
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Doing décor Flea market style

Get your hands on antiques and heirlooms
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Muscle mania: Strength training changes everything

The key lies in your muscles. At rest, 1 pound of muscle burns three times as many calories every day just to sustain itself—and a lot of those calories that muscle burns off come from fat storage units. Muscle is constantly burning fat off!
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

An Italian fiesta: Celebrating the goodness of the Mediterranean diet

“Food, especially good food, brings people together. The Mediterranean diet and the Italian tradition include the notion of eating together and spending quality time with family and friends,” the ambassador said. “And this is also what we have done on this event, by bringing people from various international, local, and business communities together.”
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Scalp detox for better hair growth

While we are all familiar with the common methods to nurture hair that include oiling, shampooing, conditioning, applying packs, and various hair treatments, what is scalp detox? Does one really need it?
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Avoiding a bad haircut

Speak up! Tell your hairdresser what you think has gone wrong. Whether the steps look too choppy or the long layers too
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Niharika Momtaz’s Art Exhibition

Step inside the realm created by trailblazing avant garde designer, jeweller and artist Niharika Momtaz who, with her latest installation, juxtaposes clothes and art in the most brilliant way till date. In the guise of an art exhibit, Momtaz steals the spotlight by launching her latest luxury conscious brand, 1972 Conscious.
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

QRIUS inaugurates Winter Exhibition 2021

Although Bangladesh is known as the land of six seasons, winter stands out among the rest for its fog, mists, and cold air.
6 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Style guide for unpredictable weather

The weather seems to be pretty indecisive during this time of the year; constantly shifting between hot and cold. While we might have to shield ourselves from the blazing sun during the day, by night, we can feel the chill of winter.
6 December 2021, 08:50 AM

Dhaka-Toronto direct flights will start soon: Canadian high commissioner

Direct flights to and from Dhaka and Toronto will start soon, said Canadian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Benoit Préfontaine yesterday.
5 December 2021, 18:37 PM

Pre-departure Covid test mandatory for all travellers to UK

The UK government has announced that those travelling into the country will need to show a negative coronavirus test pre-departure as it reintroduces Covid-19 restrictions due to the Omicron variant.
5 December 2021, 13:06 PM

Victorian blouses: A gift from the past

A blast from the past that has made its way back into the world of today’s fashion, is the Victorian blouse. With happening sleeve details, sheer volume and lacy flounces, Victorian blouses are comfortable, chic, and oozing with style — the ultimate fashion statement for you this season.
5 December 2021, 07:50 AM

Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata to outsource its visa services

Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata is set to become the country’s first diplomatic mission in India to outsource its visa services.
4 December 2021, 06:41 AM

Railway between Laos capital Vientiane and China's Kunming opens

After a blessing by Buddhist monks, Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh on Friday rode the first run of a $5.9 billion Chinese-built railway that links isolated, mountainous Laos with southern China in an effort to increase trade.
3 December 2021, 14:24 PM

An open letter to those who are tired of Dhaka

What are we even here for anyway?
1 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Finding Bangladesh in Paris

When you are abroad and come across places that feel like home.
1 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Women who travel

Doubts, risks, and the joy in exploration.
1 December 2021, 18:00 PM

Travel industry’s recovery plans halted by Omicron

Tourism businesses that were just finding their footing after nearly two years of devastation wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic are being rattled again as countries throw up new barriers to travel in an effort to contain the omicron variant.
1 December 2021, 13:13 PM

Omicron: India not resuming international flights from Dec 15

India today suspended resumption of regular international flights from December 15, in view of the emergence of Omicron variant of Covid-19.
1 December 2021, 10:28 AM

Travel protocols to know during the pandemic

Despite restrictions being lifted and things returning to normal, times are still uncertain with new variants of the virus rising up every other month. With these concerns in mind, there are certain guidelines that you ought to know while travelling outside of the country.
1 December 2021, 09:21 AM