#Perspective / Why rain and romance will always go together

15 June 2026, 14:10 PM Life & Living
Embrace the nostalgic magic of monsoon in Bangladesh through a beautifully narrative perspective. This text captures how raindrops inspire romance, prompting a youthful lover to choose a stunning white saree before meeting her paramour.

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
6 February 2023, 02:17 AM Life & Living Multimedia
Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
1 February 2023, 12:48 PM Life & Living
Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

The millennial revolution with the sari

Sari has been termed as one of the most feminine garments by many of the recognised designers of our time, from Maheen Khan to Chondona Dewan, and this very garment which has been worn by our grandmothers and our mothers could have naturally lost its charm with time, especially with the Gen Z. Surprisingly, quite the opposite happened! The beautiful garb has been re-interpreted by the new generation and has been re-energised enough to make a vigorous entry into the future of fashion and last a few more lifetimes.
23 January 2023, 06:14 AM

How to discover your true self in winter

Is winter always about letting the cold waves trigger the darkness in one's heart? We say, no. Winter can also be an aspirational season filled with self-love, gratitude, restarts, healing and so much more. We spend our entire lives fighting the demons inside of our heads. We spend hours, days, and months trying to come to terms with our true selves. However, when the time comes to heal and move forward, we step back and lean on things or people who are not meant to be our companions. This journey is about our own selves. It is about finding peace within the boundaries of self-awareness.
21 January 2023, 14:17 PM

How to play with your children

Many compare children to being scientists or genius minds with photographic memory and an ability to learn absolutely anything. In truth, children are like sponges and their brains are the most fertile for the first five years of their lives. During these formative years of childhood, children learn to understand and express their feelings, regulate emotions, and absorb information from their surroundings through activities.
21 January 2023, 14:11 PM

How fatherhood can change you

Becoming a father can have a significant impact on a man's life. Other than absolute chaos and upheaval, a baby can bring joy and renewed vigour into a man's life, changing his heart, body, and personality in unimaginable ways.
21 January 2023, 14:06 PM

Eye on the ball: An event reminiscing Bangladesh’s cricket history with Yousuf Babu

A lively discussion centred on former national team cricketer Yousuf Babu's new book, ‘Eye on the ball,’ at Justice Shahabuddin Park in Gulshan, was full of fascinating tales about Bangladesh's cricket history. In an event that transported the audience back to the early days of Bangladesh cricket, Sir Gordon Greenidge, a West Indies icon and former national team coach, joined Babu. Other participants were former cricketers Shakil Kasem and Ishtiaque Ahmed.
21 January 2023, 14:03 PM

On a January morning

December, although freezing, is a festive month in this part of the world and there are things to look forward to. Christmas lights and displays, holiday merchandise at shops, and holiday desserts at eateries and grocery shops add joy and warmth to a cold December.
21 January 2023, 13:59 PM

Why our parents rarely show outward affection 

Bangladeshi parents rarely show outward affection to their children.
20 January 2023, 17:11 PM

Biman to use own aircraft for Hajj flights this year

Biman Bangladesh Airlines will use its own aircraft this year for operating Hajj flights instead of leasing planes.
19 January 2023, 10:35 AM

Biman 787 'vandalised'

A Biman Boeing 787 on the Dhaka-Toronto-Dhaka route had a seat broken in several places.
18 January 2023, 13:27 PM

How to be consistent and dependable at work

Consistency is a valuable trait in the workplace. It helps establish trust with colleagues, improves productivity and overall performance, and can lead to career advancement. Here are some tips for being consistent at your workplace:
18 January 2023, 11:58 AM

Prana: Where wellness meets passion

The journey of Prana Wellness Center was quite an interesting one. The partners who co-founded Prana started off as student and instructor. The year was 2017 when Jane Alam Romel took yoga classes from Rumana Akter. As freeing as the classes were for them, soon they realised, they both share an incredible passion for yoga and wellness. After listing down all the possible pros and cons, they both finally decided to invest in a wellness centre with a vision to educate people on the benefits of yoga.
18 January 2023, 11:34 AM

Shailan Probeen Nibash: A home for the twilight years

Shailan Probeen Nibash (SPN), which is located about 45 km from Dhaka off the Dhaka-Aricha highway, in an idyllic village called Shailan in Dhamrai upazila. At first sight, the old age home’s newly built exposed red brick four-storey building with its long balconies and a courtyard garden might make you mistake it for a vacation resort. The home has a capacity to house 80 men and women free of charge.
18 January 2023, 11:27 AM

What can investing teach you?

Made yourself a nice little bundle of cash? Before you go and throw your hard-earned cash on the next new luxury item, here’s a different thought. What if you invested the amount into a solid scheme and multiplied your savings? Investing is making money out of money, but that’s not all there is to it. If done right, the practice can teach you a thing or two about life itself.
18 January 2023, 11:23 AM

How to not be SAD

Some people with SAD may experience symptoms in the summer but feel better in the winter. If you are one of them and feeling down after the holiday season, here are some tips for getting over your post-December depression.
18 January 2023, 11:14 AM

10 first-time bungee jumping tips

Bungee jumping has inspired generations of thrill-seeking adventurers since the first commercial jump opened. Even though bungee jumping falls under the category of extreme adventure sport, if you have the mind for it, you can do it. So, once you have conquered your fear of falling from a height here are some beginners’ tips to make your first fall definitely not your last.
18 January 2023, 09:18 AM

7 most beautiful lakes in the world

Lakes come in colours, terrains, and flows so diverse that it becomes hard for anyone to believe in the magic until they have seen it with their own eyes. So, if you crave the peacefulness of sitting by the bank, the game of watching your reflections in the water, or simply discovering the adventurous thrill of mother nature, be sure to bookmark and add to your bucket list the 7 most beautiful lakes in the world.
18 January 2023, 09:01 AM

International travel surged in 2022: UN

International travel doubled in 2022 compared to levels in 2021, with the Middle East and Europe making a strong comeback, according to a new report released Tuesday by the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
18 January 2023, 03:27 AM

Novoair awards top 10 travel agencies

Novoair, a private air operator, has awarded top ten travel agencies in the country for their significant contribution to passenger transport.
17 January 2023, 15:57 PM

The Weekly Tarot Forecast (17 - 23 January)

Tarot is a rich and profound tool that helps you attune to your own subconscious through the use of colours, imagery and symbolism. It is a deck of 78 cards which depict the entirety of the human experience. From the overarching complex themes of our lives to the day-to-day situations, such as emotions, thoughts and words, finances and motivations and beliefs - all of these are depicted in the tarot cards. The most amazing thing about tarot is that it can offer you a glimpse into the future.
17 January 2023, 06:40 AM

Nibir Adnan becomes the face of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Cobalt

Nibir Adnan’s stock continues to grow as the renowned model recently signed with Sundora to become the face of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Cobalt in Bangladesh. The luxury brand launched its Bad Boy Cobalt line through Sundora and Nibir has been hand-picked by them to be the leading man in their ad campaigns. The superstar model was selected based on his work for other perfume brands such as Bvlgari as well as his many successful projects in the modeling industry.
16 January 2023, 04:19 AM