Women in art - the muse and the maker
Too often, women are maligned by endless criticism, spiteful looks and aggressive jabs of a dysfunctional society. At the same time, on multiple occasions, they are revered as goddesses, mother, sister, wife and a friend you can always count on.
5 March 2018, 18:00 PM
The Motive Behind Motif
Motifs —decorative images used to unify an elaborate design or even an idea— have probably existed since the dawn of civilisation. They can be found in people's everyday lives and activities. In fact, if you look closely, you will notice that there are motifs in every object, starting from the basic clovers on your bedroom curtains to the clay planters sold on the roadside. Paisleys, a common and popular form of
23 February 2018, 18:00 PM
Winter road trips
Whether you are in a mood to discover unexplored sites in close proximity to the city, or you simply want to escape the stress, pollution and restlessness of the busy capital, a long drive could be the most relaxing getaway for you, if you know just where to go. So, check up on your ride's nitty-gritty, fill up the tank and get set to hit the open roads!
8 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Fridays at the farmer's market
At least once in your life, you must have been to a grocery store or a modern convenience store to check off household shopping from your chores list. But shopping regularly from the store next-door can get monotonous easily, as well as expensive.
8 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Surviving in a fish market
‘Maach-bazaar' or fish markets can be found in almost every small and big locality of this lush riverine land.
1 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Winter work wear
When you think of an office outfit, you have to make sure it is simple yet formal enough to make your 9 to 5 day more comfortable. With the temperatures dropping rapidly outside, sometimes it can be a pain in the neck to come up with the best outfit combinations for the fashion conscious working women.
1 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Skin hydration: The salon story
Despite its relative short lifespan in Bangladesh, winter is perhaps the most lovable season of the year. The chilly breezes call forth a series of winter weddings and parties that go on as long as this pleasant weather lasts.
25 December 2017, 18:00 PM
Donation for a smile in return
For a massive proportion of the population, winter means enduring a series of hardships and miseries.
25 December 2017, 18:00 PM
Skin hydration: The doctor's regime
“Skin and hair care, for men and women, are quite similar when it comes to the basics,” Dr Chowdhury began. “The key distinctions that separate a man's skin from a woman's are the thickness, texture and facial hair.
25 December 2017, 18:00 PM
Handy tools for better health
Medical treatment and healthcare in today's fast-paced world is costly.
11 September 2017, 18:00 PM
Owning the gift-exchange game
A big bouquet of flowers, a lovable stuffed toy, a card with a wish full of blessings — these are often the elements that instantly pop in one's mind when thinking of Eid gifts, of course apart from the obvious clothes and shoes. There are also the options of stationery, cosmetics, bags and little knick knacks.
14 August 2017, 18:00 PM
The Art of Healing – Lifestyle that Fights Cancer
A cloud of darkness shrouds our mind stirring up a number of unpleasant emotions – unfathomable fear, misery and worries about the imminent future
22 May 2017, 18:00 PM
SIDW 2017 - Introducing Human Centred Design
In April 2017, Social Innovation Design Week (SIDW) - a co-designed workshop - was conducted by Toru in partnership with IDEO.org
18 May 2017, 18:05 PM