The timeless beauty of Bengali Alta and traditional glass bangles

13 April 2026, 20:10 PM Fashion & Beauty
Embrace timeless Bengali beauty by reviving traditional Alta and artisanal Churis. These heritage adornments from Jessore to Dhaka reconnect modern brides with cultural roots, blending nostalgic red lacquers and glass bangles into contemporary sustainable fashion.

5 easy day trips from Chattogram you will love

Discover Chattogram’s diverse landscapes through scenic day trips to Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban, and Rangamati. Explore Sitakunda’s unique Guliakhali beach or trek Mirsharai’s Napittachora waterfalls for an adventurous escape into Bangladesh’s breathtaking natural coastal beauty.

Why measles cases are rising rapidly across Bangladesh right now

8 April 2026, 14:57 PM Health & Fitness
Combat Bangladesh measles outbreaks by prioritizing EPI vaccines and identifying early fever or maculopapular rashes. Dr Syed Abu Sayeed emphasizes MR1 and MR2 doses to restore herd immunity, preventing severe pneumonia or paediatric encephalitis cases.
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Capturing political history in film

We at the Seba Bangla Library in Atlanta recently screened Tauquir Ahmed's Fagun Haway (In Spring Breeze). The film, based on the 1952 language movement, is a mixed bag—while it truly soars in concept and approach, its execution is flawed.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Oriental Turkish theme night at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden

On the night of 29 March, 2019, enjoy Oriental Turkish Night only at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden. Visitors can explore the alluring Turkish décor and taste the mouthwatering Turkish cuisine, which will take place at the hotel's poolside.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Yesterday, once more!

The title of this column is borrowed from a very popular song from many years ago which we used to hum all the time. It was a
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Palliative Care: the new healthcare frontier

I came across the terminology 'palliative care' while conversing with a young couple sometime in late 2017. Being a non-medical person, I was unfamiliar with the term and other jargons that came up in that discussion.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

The six yard love

Sari styles change every calendar year — undergoing major experimentation with fabrics, patterns, weaves and drapes.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Charcha: the quaint little book store

Walking down the seemingly random lanes of Mohammadpur, you don't expect anything but chaos. Charcha bookstore is a completely unexpected sight, almost a relief to the eyes as you stumble upon it while trying to dodge the unruly bike that nearly runs you over.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

DIY Crafts for your home

If there is anything we are always on board with, it is a newly spruced up home. Same old décor, no matter how fun, gets mundane and boring, until we seek that little change to liven things up again.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Domino's Pizza Now in Bangladesh

Domino's Pizza was officially launched on 15 March, 2019 with the grand opening of its first restaurant in Rangs Fortune Square, Dhanmondi, Dhaka.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Indian all along

From the north to the south, India has many diverse cuisines to offer. From the north, a Kashmiri meat dish and from the south, a rice porridge that is offered to the gods. The Kashmiri yakhni is usually served for special occasions; it is simple yet allows the unique blend of spices, making it a crowd pleaser.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Dumplings of Fury for the hungry

Dumplings, sui mais and potstickers—call them whatever you want but they are all the current rage right now. Bringing to you the latest is Dumplings of Fury that offers an array of authentic Chinese dumplings.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Wakatobi Islands – Acronym like no other

Indonesia is a country where acronyms abound. If a title is too long, acronym it. In politics, there is Capres (Calon President) – Presidential Candidate and Wapres (Wakil President) – Vice President!
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

The bard of Bengal: Nazrul

If there were to be a name synonymous to fearless righteous rebellion and prolific emotional connections, that is Nazrul's, Bengal's romantic bidrohi.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

The power of one

History has witnessed the rise and fall of countless valiant leaders who came, fought, and conquered. Some failed with dignity, having never left the battle scene.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

We Can End TB

Nine year old Sabbir was ill. For several weeks he complained of chest pain and had a bad cough, sometimes coughing blood. His
23 March 2019, 18:00 PM

The Secret to Never Forgetting Lisbon

We reached Lisbon late one afternoon. It was a time of long summer days when the sun sets at half past nine. The half an hour drive to the city took us through wide boulevards bordered byJacaranda trees in full bloom, and road islands marked by statues commemorating national heroes.
21 March 2019, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Some of us know what to eat for breakfast.
20 March 2019, 18:00 PM

A SLEEPLESS MIRAGE

I couldn't help but glare at the man beside me. I was in an ancient pyramid in Memphis, a city in Egypt. It is believed to have been built during the reign of Djoser of the 3rd dynasty. The pharaoh had built it before he had ever built the step pyramid.
20 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Paris catches Asian tigers in most expensive city race

Paris and Hong Kong for the first time join Singapore as the world's most expensive cities to live in, a study reveals, with utilities and transport driving up the cost of living.
19 March 2019, 05:52 AM

One stop care with Mimosa organic solutions

Are you exhausted trying out a gazillion drugstore products that just don't seem to work? If you're someone with sensitive skin, the nightmare of finding the right skincare products that won't cause an allergic reaction is well-known.
18 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Cappuccino Muffin joins Dan Cake muffin membership

On 12 March, Dan Cake announced the launch of their latest addition to the muffin family through a media meet up at the Gulshan Club, Dhaka.
18 March 2019, 18:00 PM