Designer Shahrukh Amin on fashion beyond social media feed

29 June 2026, 19:18 PM Fashion & Beauty
Discover how legendary Bangladeshi designer Shahrukh Amin celebrates individual identity through Almirah, shaping Dhaka's fashion evolution over twenty-six years with timeless, trend-defying garments that complement powerful voices like singer Elita Karim.

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
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Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
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Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

Air passenger departures set to hit 4.5b in 2019

Air travel passenger departures are projected to rise from 4.34 billion to 4.59 billion in 2019, according to new statistics released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
12 January 2019, 05:42 AM

The Mighty Iguazú

Looking down, I saw what resembled a mossy carpet, its tight weave separated only by the muddy Paraná River, snaking its way through the vast stretch of jungle.
10 January 2019, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Its a new year and a new life.
9 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Do math after supper

The question was simple enough, but just like almost everything that comes out of this generation, it was beyond my perception!
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The Importance of being skintellectual

The days of considering the ingredients list at the back of your beauty products are far gone! Thanks to the Internet, numerous forums and beauty bloggers have made it easy for people to understand what really goes on in the making of beauty products.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The breakdown: air-dry vs. hairdryer

The blow dryer is a very convenient tool that allows us to achieve flawless hairstyles in minutes. There are many newer models with many different coatings that minimise damage from the heat.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

A mannequin Affair

Mannequins are made to embody people, but real human beings have little in common with such perfectly shaped dolls. People have real bodies; every individual is different and imperfectly perfect. When we are out shopping, how much do these mannequins really help in showcasing a product to us?
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

You complete me

If you are one of those who cannot do without purses/hand bags, always make sure to invest in good quality, as chances are you will get a good deal of use out of them on a regular basis.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

An evening to remember

A chilly evening — not cold enough to wrap oneself in layers, but cosy enough to flaunt some winter wear.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Of teas and marmalade skies

I am not a winter person; absolutely not, and I have loads of reasons to defend my stance. However, there are things about the chilly dusk that I love, and those are tea parties and barbecues.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The myriad benefits of fish oil

The need for consuming fish on a daily basis can never be over-emphasised, and it is thus no surprise that fish oil, as a part of diet or supplement, is one of the primary nutrients recommended by dieticians.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Food for the brain

The foods you eat play a role in keeping your brain healthy and can improve specific mental tasks, such as memory and concentration. Your food choices may be the most influential variable you can control that relates to the health, vitality, and functionality of your precious brain. We are all at risk for brain degeneration —
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Geriatric care in winter

While most of us go crazy over purchasing the right winter wear, and opt for the perfect skin care solution and planning activities for the holidays, senior citizens often get left out of the equation. When we talk about care for the elderly, the care comes in many forms, and not just health.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The weight of obesity

Through the year we sometimes gain and lose weight without paying much heed. But when the gaining starts it gets hard to stop it. Start by measuring your BMI. This measures your height to your weight and tells you if you are obese or not.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Gym makeup — Style or Insanity!

Yet, quite often the only time you get to hit the gym is after a long day of work where chances are you have makeup on and 'no time to take it off' or your gym days sadly coincide with the days when your skin happens to be uncooperative.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Good Morning Breakfast Menu at Amari Dhaka

Amari Dhaka's Lobby Lounge Cascade has announced the launch of their new Good Morning Breakfast Menu. Starting from Amari's own bakery produced brown/white bread or croissant the menu is enriched with varieties of egg preparations like plain omelette or scrambled eggs or poached, fried or boiled eggs are in the option. The hash browns and
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

The importance of self-love

For many people, the concept of self-love is an overblown theory and they often ignore its importance. People aspire to be perfect and perfectionism is considered a greater asset or attribute than self-love.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Nabila's wedding collections

Exclusive wedding attires are all the rage and Nabila's newest collections are all that! They have brought two very special collections this season.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

How credit cards made life easier for me

Keeping track of banknotes in the wallet may seem painless to many, but I have always been bad at handling cash. When I lived in Dhaka, I used cash a lot, because 10 years ago, credit cards were not as widely used as they are today.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

New Year's discount from Kay Kraft

Kay Kraft customers can get discounts up to 20 percent; all its outlets will be giving this offer till 20 January, 2019. The offer can also be availed online at kaykraft.com. Stay updated at www.facebook.com/kaykraft.com.bd
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM