In the Bengali menu, what are the items which are truly ours? What delicacies do we make which are the best in the world? What are the foods which should carry a special label, such as the Geographical Indication (GI)?

We have a great 'product', but are we promoting and selling enough? Promoting a country's cuisine is akin to promoting the country's culture, heritage and diversity.

It is no news that globally non-linear media is fast overtaking traditional forms in terms of entertainment consumption. Researches in the West show a clear, steep shift to digital, on-demand content over the likes of television and radio, and the markets there are quickly adjusting to the shift.

After Gangnam Style and PSY had skyrocketed to the most wanted music video towards the end of 2012, soon Picotaro became the

“Kothao amar hariye jawar nei mana...” was probably an outpouring of a latent desire of the post 1400 (Bengali Year) middle class

Many a traveller has braved the high seas, traversed the many aisles of rice fields, trekked the tall mountains and lived to write of their glorious adventures in this land of rivers - Bangladesh.

Forever in Fashion is a treat for fashion lovers. We begin by addressing the issue of our own wonderful abundance of textiles and how to showcase them on a global platform. Then we dive into the history of colours, hues emboldened with history, each with their own message to send. Finally, we look through our history of fashion over the years, culminating in Bangladesh's fashion industry making a mark on a global platform! But fashion is about lifestyle too, so why miss that out?

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.

In the frenetic modern world, ingesting toxic air pollution, preservative-loaded food and the pressures of earning a living, now more than ever we need to draw on ancient wisdom to find a balance that nurtures health and happiness.

The future landscape of the country depends on what we make of Dhaka city. Any national plan will have to consider the urban scenario of the whole country, from the primary cities to the small towns, but particularly Dhaka city as it will continue to play a vital role in impacting places throughout the country.

The mindset of young founders needs to change when they are learning at schools and universities. Government education policies need to align with their vision of Digital Bangladesh so that there is a pipeline for talent in the private sector. It's a long-term process, but in the short-term there has to be a way to make the education system more relevant for the ICT sector.

Growth cannot happen without effective energy supply. At the same time, growth will have an impact on the demand for commercial energy. And per capita income rise will demand more energy use.

For many, migration is a route out of poverty and a pathway to live in dignity. It is an integral part of globalisation. The world community has recognised that migration can contribute in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

A strong banking sector is critical to economic growth and development in a developing country. A robust and well-functioning banking system facilitates the efficient allocation of resources to individuals, organisations, and projects that can use those resources effectively.

Widening comparative advantage in global export market has not only triggered economic growth but also ensured expected structural transformation as has been revealed in many Asian developing economies such as South Korea,

It is no longer news that Dhaka has earned the infamy of being one of the world's most unliveable cities and “worst vacation spots.” We have become accustomed to hearing Dhaka's moniker, the “traffic capital of the world,” in different global media. Every time the city's alleged urban dysfunction is in the news, local social-media reactions are typically three-pronged.