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.
The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh
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Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
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A kitchen revolution

While historians debate over how the city was founded, there is no doubt that Dhaka has been a witness to time, and all the changes that come with it.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Blood donation feature now available to Bangladeshi Facebook users

Starting on 23 January, 2018, Bangladeshi users of Facebook are able to sign up for blood donation. When people are seeking blood for transfusion, they will be able to create special posts to spread the word.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Taking danger out of the kitchen

Growing up in Dhaka, or in any other part of Bangladesh for that matter, we have always seen our mothers and grandmothers cook up diverse delicious dishes rich in spices each telling an age-old different story.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter pitha indulgence at Pan Pacific Sonargaon

Sweets lovers can come and delight their taste buds by indulging in some specially handcrafted pithas this winter season at Pan Pacific Sonargaon, Dhaka. Various types of Bangladeshi rice cakes and sweets with different
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Dried herbs and spice mixes

Novice or pro, you cannot even begin to cook unless your pantry is stocked with essential dried herbs and spices.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

New Year discount offer from Grameen UNIQLO

Grameen Uniqlo is aiming to make this season incredible for the fashion forward people with the special New Year Sale offer. Polo Shirts, Shirts, winter cloth and all types of inner items are included in this offer.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Women take up Facebook-commerce

It was a surprise get-together where everyone was asked to wear dark blue saris.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

End of season sale with huge saving at Le Reve

Le REVE, the leading apparel and lifestyle brand, has started End of Season Sale. During this sale fashion forward people can have up to 70 percent discounts on men's, women's and children's items.
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Häfele Design Centre now in Dhaka

Located at Banani Road 12, the Häfele Design Centre occupies a 3,300 square feet duplex. Visitors coming in are welcomed first by the warmly lit Live Kitchen Area. This area focuses on the elements of a
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Let's get down to business. You're going to face all your job interviews in the future.
24 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Of braids, Flowers and Satins

You might have seen your grandma in upturn braids while browsing through old photographs. We know you found the style amazing...
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter collection from Le Reve

Le Reve's winter collection for this season is set to the theme of Runaway Roadtrip for women and Native Wild for men. The colour palette is hearty and includes neutrals, camel, butter cream, orange, stone grey, and cedar red.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Body shaping with Vibes

Vibes, provider of slimming and beauty treatments hailing from New Delhi, India, is offering a revolutionary treatment - Fat X. It's an FDA approved treatment that helps get rid of fat from specific areas, through an injectable
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Of housework and exercise

I also liked doing housework, truthfully! In my mind the bending, lifting, cleaning and mopping made up for my reluctance to go to the gym. I even found washing dishes therapeutic, and I would find myself humming while I soaped and rinsed, admiring the rose sprigs on my saucers, or the blue border of a much-loved tea cup.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Don't fall for fitness scams

One of the adages I strongly believe in is: “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.”
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Thank god it's Friday

Dreek, Shunno, Nemesis, and Arnob completes the lineup for Concert for KPR. Prepare to be mesmerised by the sensational lineup and enjoy the amazing performance each of the participants promises to deliver.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

CP Five Star pavilions at DITF 2018

This year at the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) 2018, CP Five Star is showcasing all its CP food products with special offers and exciting activities. CP is participating by taking up a premium pavilion, as well as a general pavilion at the fair.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Being the standout single

While there are no set rules or guidelines to spend this time correctly, there are simple things that can add up to a marvellous and fulfilled life.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Starting the year with Radisson Blu Chittagong Bay View

Winter weekends are getting a new twist with Radisson Blu Chittagong Bay View's “Weekend Ready” couples package. It includes daily breakfast and dinner for two with a sumptuous buffet at 'The Xchange' restaurant,
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM

Wings of desire

I vividly remember the classes of our grade four English teacher. Although a name I can no longer recall, just like the completely faded memory of a face once loved, the lessons I learned on literature, art, love and life have stayed with me beyond those primary school days.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM