Bengal throughout the ages has been famed for creating superior fabrics and weaves. In the world map of textiles, our land had held - and arguably continues to hold - a dominant position in terms of quality and uniqueness. And therefore it is of no surprise that history is dotted with accounts and anecdotes which reflect this glorious past.

Fashion in Bangladesh has come forward in leaps and bounds or so it may seem. While it may appear that we are involved in a lot of

The paper lanterns keep flying higher, and higher still; the flame beneath, propelling the 'phanush' creating a mesmerising display of colours in the sky - a fiery burst of yellow, seen through the translucent mesh of thin coloured papers.

The 40s witnessed worldwide war, despair and asceticism. By the time the United States emerged out of depression, the rest of the world including, Europe and Asia, were already submerged knee-deep into terrible combat.

Fashion trends are a narrative of the innate culture of a people, and it is no different for Bangladesh.

You can fight hypertension easily by certain dietary practices. Take a look at some simple foods that can keep a shooting blood pressure at bay.

Bakorkhani with doi is a fine combination for lunch.

To a bookworm, the home is a fortress where every book is treated like blocks building up an armoury of reading materials!

'Nostalgia' is probably the first word we associate with 'radio'. A 5-minute break from the hassles of Friday traffic, a request show and a song for your lover, or that catchy jingle simply refusing to erase itself from memory – these are what make radio, RADIO!

Visiting the 'Ekushey Book Fair' always instigates a sense of belongingness as does the entire month of February. Almost 65 years ago, in 1952 the language movement materialised in protest of not giving official status to 'Bangla' as a state language.

Nasrin Sultana, 56 and mother of two, remembers a radio show she and her sisters most enthusiastically used to listen to in their childhood.

The 'Ekushey Boimela' always instigates positive emotions amongst us, as most would agree.

Almost all food items at some point or the other have been cloistered under the title of an aphrodisiac, with distinct qualities of not just increasing libido but also making us seem more attractive and appealing to the opposite gender.

Fatherhood isn't easy. It is why cat-dads and dog-fathers are never around for the litter. They are busy painting the lampposts of the town a light shade of yellow.

VIBES - a renowned and trusted chain of high-end weight management, beauty and laser clinics is a part of the Alankar Group, India.

Event management companies now offer various activities in these events and the children simply love costume parties, trick-or-treat and candy sharing, quite understandably so.

To mark the occasion of Ekushey February, also observed as the International Mother Language day, fashion brand Nitya Upahar has brought out a new collection consisting of five different designs for both adults and children.

Whether you need a midday mug to keep yourself awake after the fifth meeting on a row or just need a break to hang out with your friends and shed some of that exam stress, plenty of cafés around town offer a wide range of freshly brewed cold coffees that are sure to make you crave for more!

Tucked on a quiet lane, near bustling Gariahat, is Café Sienna.

Spring is just around the corner. After winter's hibernating effect, spring comes as a welcome change. The atmosphere fills with the freshness of flowers. It is the time to plant varieties of flowers, shrubs and bushes. Springtime is also Tulip Time!