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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Winter menswear from Cats Eye

Celebrate winter with Cats Eye's festive and evening party-wear. Focusing on the contemporary side of things, Cats Eye has now included trendy jackets, formal suits, blazers, trousers, and sweaters.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM

Complex numbers

Does the idea of high school math still fill you with dread? Do you tend to lose sleep over budgeting your groceries, or calculating your bills? Or, do you tend to avoid activities that require a bit of calculation on your part?
7 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

This Week's Horrorscope

The cold can feel warm too.
2 January 2019, 18:00 PM

TraumaLink expands up to 115 Kilometres

TraumaLink, a volunteer-based free emergency first aid service system, has expanded its area of operation by 15 kms on the Dhaka-Chittagong Highway, in Gazaria-Munshiganj area, on 12 December, 2018.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Go casual this winter with Myth

As winter hits the city, it's time once more for clothes in heavier fabrics with comfortable cuts. Considering consumer demands, fashion brand Myth has a collection to suit the season just right.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter pitha

In Bangladesh, winter is the season for 'pitha-puli.' We have hundreds of different pithas. Some are associated with the harvest (Nabanna) in winter, while others are prepared on grand and festive occasions like weddings...
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Season Twelve

This winter, Twelve brings a line of winter-wear, concocted with the glitz and glam of this happening season packed with parties, get-togethers, and of course, weddings.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

The procrastination loop

Have you ever wondered why something that should only take you ten minutes is left undone even after two months? Whether its clearing out drawer space, or organising your kitchen utensils, one tends to put off mundane tasks until they are entirely impossible to avoid.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Great expectations for 2019

Nothing gets the nation more hyped up than cricket. The 2019 Cricket World Cup, set to be held in England and Wales, is already on the lips of the nation. How will the 'famous five' of the National Team hold up? The English pitch and weather are meant to suit our bowlers just fine, but shouldn't the reverse be also true?
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

A celebration to remember

You and your significant other have managed to tide over the first year of marriage with success! You learned to enjoy each other's differences, be patient with flaws, and prioritised love and understanding above all else.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Repose in Every Pose: Relaxation on the Mat

One of my favourite books on yoga is 'Light on Life' by BKS Iyengar. Revisiting the text after a couple of years, I am once again inspired by the insight Iyengar offers yoga practitioners. Below, I have tried to highlight some of his recommendations for practicing yoga postures (asanas).
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

New Year's Resolutions

First off, I would like to wish all my readers a very happy New Year. May we have a peaceful, prosperous, and most importantly, a healthy new year.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Letter from a reader

Allow me to thank you for the wonderful articles on plants and everything related to gardening.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Music for the soul

Dance the Night Away this New Year's Eve at Pacific Avenue, the newest outlet of Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka! Enjoy an electrifying night with sensational beverages
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Culture of bespoke tailoring

Anything tailor-made to our preferences and measurements can be categorised as bespoke tailoring, and unlike what some might perceive it-- as a designer dress, it does not need to be one.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Right on the button

Buttons were invented in the 13th century, and got so popular that laws had to be made to limit their use. Although the use of buttons started because of the convenience of fastening clothes, they quickly became ornamental fashion and by the 14th century, wearing of luxurious buttons indicated wealth and position.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Lacy opulence

The simplest of fabrics, and the most mundane of dresses can be turned into a stunning piece with the addition of a lace. No single picture ever comes to the mind when we hear the word lace for the hundreds of types and designs we are used to seeing.
31 December 2018, 18:00 PM