Turn heads this summer with bold party outfit choices

22 June 2026, 16:48 PM Fashion & Beauty
Celebrate vibrant Dhaka fashion by embracing sensual summertime styles like chocolate brown bodycon dresses and versatile black jersey numbers. These lightweight, breathable fabrics ensure boss ladies look chic while effortlessly conquering hot seasonal soirées.

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.
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Monsoon with Kay Kraft

Taking the flora and fauna into its stride, Kay Kraft has released their latest collection, highlighting all that is nature. The likes of kadam, aparajita, shondha-malati, dolonchanpa and many lesser known flowers have been incorporated into the collection.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Hanging gardens

The desire to have lush gardens in our backyard is unfortunately nothing but a pipe dream if you happen to reside in Dhaka's concrete jungle. With the very little living space most of us have in apartments, it is truly a luxury to even have a corner for planters, let alone an entire space dedicated to greenery. Thinking outside the box will grant you the wisdom of abandoning all hopes for horizontal space, and instead, capitalising on the vertical real estate instead.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Summer desserts and drinks at Dhaka Regency

Taking advantage of the host of local summer fruits and nuts available in the market in conjunction with all-time favorite berries imported from all over the world, the Dhaka Regency has chosen these hot summer days as the perfect time to introduce a versatile range of drinks and desserts.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Bye-Bye Crease

The other day, I found myself in an unprecedented situation. I was being ogled at everywhere I set foot, be it on the streets, the mall, canteen, or even when I was presenting a paper on “16S r-RNA DNA Sequencing of Bacteria,” nobody could take their eyes off me... What a fantastic day it was; it tickled my ego!
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Trek across exotic flavours with Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden

Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden is hosting a one-of-a-kind food festival featuring signature dishes of the Pan Asian region, 'Pan Asia @ Water Garden Brasserie' from the 2 August till 11 August, 2018.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Drop the calories

Some of us may think they have it slightly easy. With possibly little or no responsibility around the household they love lurking around the couch, watching TV and eleven men following a single white ball.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

“Tony Roma's” opens in Dhaka

America's favourite ribs and steak chain: “Tony Roma's”, has been opened officially in Bangladesh, with the first flagship outlet’s soft launch in the city. The Honourable US Ambassador to Bangladesh, Her Excellency Marcia Bernicat officially inaugurated the outlet on 16 July, 2018.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Style tips for the warm toned gentlemen

Your skin colour is not as important as your physique. The key to pulling off almost any outfit is having a good physique. Your apparel will fit nicely and neatly on your body, giving you a nice silhouette, and making you look dapper, unless you go overboard with colours.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Aarong holds Eid ul Adha/18 Collection Preview Event

Aarong held a special Eid ul Adha/18 ollection preview event for 'My Aarong Rewards Card' members and the media at Aarong Dhanmondi outlet on July 22, 2018.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Staying cool in a suit this Summer

Here's a secret though. What if we told you that there is a way to don a suit, without having to worry about breaking a sweat regardless of the endless summer days of Bengal? Impossible, you say? Well, as that leading sporting brand once said, “Impossible, is nothing.”
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Remembering our nana

The void that has encapsulated our lives in the wake of his absence knows no bounds. From the day we were born till the day he passed away, he had always made it a point to shield us from each and every unfavourable circumstance that hit our paths.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Preventing monsoon ailments

As much as we all love the rain, especially the excitement that you see in your child's eyes when there's a downpour, the weather also begs for an extra dose of TLC especially for the little ones.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Cradling that empty nest

No matter how hard you prepare yourself for the inevitable beforehand--helping them pack their bags, or even sharing that last meal together at the table does not prepare you for the inevitable, until you see them walk away.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Berey Othar Golpo: Country's First Radio Show On Parenting

Think of the biggest endeavour you ever had to take on. Completing a thesis or running in a marathon? Was any one of them done without prior preparation? We never imagine starting a critical task without seeking consultations or undergoing some form of training.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Functionality Meets Style at MIB

MIB – Made in Bangladesh has been the architect of functional smart bags in the country. Inspired from the spirit of 1971, all of their eco-friendly and upcycled carriers are crafted with thought; perfect, with pride and style.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Just another mom- The fight against exclusivity

Saharsha, now three, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when she turned one. Cerebral palsy is an umbrella term for a condition that limits a person's ability to move. The neurologist got off from his chair and walked with an exaggerated gait, showing how the legs might scissor if Saharsha eventually learns to walk.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM

The Vineyard by the Sea

As our taxi wound its way down the wide avenues of Santiago, our driver, despite his rudimentary English, regaled us with his vacation stories.
26 July 2018, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Ill made is the happiness that is made selling contraband, like sweet smiles.
25 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Female attendants at lingerie stores

For many, the process of shopping for lingerie at New Market or Gawsia and having to interact with male shop attendants is something they'd like to avoid as much as possible. The whole situation can easily get really awkward for some.
23 July 2018, 18:00 PM

A story of the Sari and its paar

A sari is not a mere piece of garment for Bengali women. In its delicate folds lie hundreds of years of tradition. An attire so imbued in our culture and heritage, it feels special every single time, and bestows its wearer with grace and poise.
23 July 2018, 18:00 PM