#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

Of teas and marmalade skies

I am not a winter person; absolutely not, and I have loads of reasons to defend my stance. However, there are things about the chilly dusk that I love, and those are tea parties and barbecues.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The myriad benefits of fish oil

The need for consuming fish on a daily basis can never be over-emphasised, and it is thus no surprise that fish oil, as a part of diet or supplement, is one of the primary nutrients recommended by dieticians.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Food for the brain

The foods you eat play a role in keeping your brain healthy and can improve specific mental tasks, such as memory and concentration. Your food choices may be the most influential variable you can control that relates to the health, vitality, and functionality of your precious brain. We are all at risk for brain degeneration —
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Geriatric care in winter

While most of us go crazy over purchasing the right winter wear, and opt for the perfect skin care solution and planning activities for the holidays, senior citizens often get left out of the equation. When we talk about care for the elderly, the care comes in many forms, and not just health.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The weight of obesity

Through the year we sometimes gain and lose weight without paying much heed. But when the gaining starts it gets hard to stop it. Start by measuring your BMI. This measures your height to your weight and tells you if you are obese or not.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

The cold can feel warm too.
2 January 2019, 18:00 PM

New Year's Resolutions

First off, I would like to wish all my readers a very happy New Year. May we have a peaceful, prosperous, and most importantly, a healthy new year.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Letter from a reader

Allow me to thank you for the wonderful articles on plants and everything related to gardening.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Music for the soul

Dance the Night Away this New Year's Eve at Pacific Avenue, the newest outlet of Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka! Enjoy an electrifying night with sensational beverages
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Culture of bespoke tailoring

Anything tailor-made to our preferences and measurements can be categorised as bespoke tailoring, and unlike what some might perceive it-- as a designer dress, it does not need to be one.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Right on the button

Buttons were invented in the 13th century, and got so popular that laws had to be made to limit their use. Although the use of buttons started because of the convenience of fastening clothes, they quickly became ornamental fashion and by the 14th century, wearing of luxurious buttons indicated wealth and position.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Lacy opulence

The simplest of fabrics, and the most mundane of dresses can be turned into a stunning piece with the addition of a lace. No single picture ever comes to the mind when we hear the word lace for the hundreds of types and designs we are used to seeing.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter collection of Rang Bangladesh

Fallen leaves and geometric themes are the eye-catching highlights this season at Rang Bangladesh. The palette includes blue, magenta, purple and orange with black. Screen print, block print, hand and machine embroidery, etc are gracing fabrics like khadi, tant cotton, voile, endi and many more.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Start off 2019 with Kay Kraft

For the ever-busy modern women, trendy and comfortable clothes are must-haves for their myriad day-to-day activities in and outside the home. Focusing on this, Kay Kraft is now offering kurtis in new styles.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Wedding packages by Woman's World

For the perfect day, Woman's World is offering make-up packages to suit any and all requirements.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

TraumaLink expands up to 115 Kilometres

TraumaLink, a volunteer-based free emergency first aid service system, has expanded its area of operation by 15 kms on the Dhaka-Chittagong Highway, in Gazaria-Munshiganj area, on 12 December, 2018.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Go casual this winter with Myth

As winter hits the city, it's time once more for clothes in heavier fabrics with comfortable cuts. Considering consumer demands, fashion brand Myth has a collection to suit the season just right.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter pitha

In Bangladesh, winter is the season for 'pitha-puli.' We have hundreds of different pithas. Some are associated with the harvest (Nabanna) in winter, while others are prepared on grand and festive occasions like weddings...
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Season Twelve

This winter, Twelve brings a line of winter-wear, concocted with the glitz and glam of this happening season packed with parties, get-togethers, and of course, weddings.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

The procrastination loop

Have you ever wondered why something that should only take you ten minutes is left undone even after two months? Whether its clearing out drawer space, or organising your kitchen utensils, one tends to put off mundane tasks until they are entirely impossible to avoid.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM