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Timeless cuisines for the month of Baishakhi

Baishakh is the one celebration bringing all us Bengalis together, and the fearless Olive in Greece celebrated the day in spirit as well. Although Pahela Baishakh is just a renewal of business transactions and closing accounts, for the rest of the nation it is madness beyond belief and a celebration that is unparalleled.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Special Art Competition at Hotel Sarina

On World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2018, Hotel Sarina Dhaka arranged a Special Child Art Competition for children who are living with autism. Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited participated with Hotel Sarina Dhaka as a co-sponsor.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Analysing the Pathao rider

You need to travel in Dhaka, and you are running late for a meeting, or a class. Who do you call? For the last two years, that answer has been a unanimous — Pathao! Being able to get to your desired destination at the shortest possible time is one of the reasons that makes Pathao godsend. However, there have been times when you wondered if you have picked the right Pathao 'rider'; so let us break down the strange possibilities.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

YELLOW launches new store

YELLOW, the leading fashion brand of Bangladesh, launched its 14th store at Bailey Road, one of the most prominent locations in the city on March 30, 2018.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

OBHAI promises safety: simple commitments featuring smooth ride

The concept of ride sharing is comparatively new in Bangladesh. After its introduction in late 2016, the number of ride sharing services has significantly increased till now, allowing multiple options for people to choose from. In a ride sharing service, personal transports are needed to register and start serving as a rider. But there are certain essential aspects which must be managed to ensure smooth rides.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Himalaya Pure Skin Facial Campaign Launched

To cater to the growing need and concerns on taking care of skin in a natural way, Himalaya's brand team is moving around different campuses in Dhaka with its “Himalaya Pure Skin Facial Campaign”. More than 40,000 females have been exposed to their different ranges of skin care products where around 10,000 have received direct experience from this campaign.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Do's and Don'ts of Ride Sharing

Always wear a proper helmet (this goes for both the passenger and rider) that fits the size of your head. As annoying and uncomfortable as it feels to some, remember that not wearing one even during a crash at a speed of just 25 kilometres per hour can cause brain injury.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Tracing the path of Odrishho Rongin Osru

It's not every day that you would sit with a book of poetry, the cosmopolitan hustle and bustle has robbed us of a variety of quiet pleasures. We want things is 'twenty-words-or-less' to accommodate our shrinking attention span. Yet, the tired souls need that missing element to be human. Odrishho Rongin Osru (Colours of Invisible tears) may be that bridging element, if not more.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Be bold with a cause

As the sun beats down this year make sure to grab one of Afsana Ferdousi's comfortably, light, eco-couture kurtis, tops, or panjabis. She uses neutral tones for her colour scheme, making it the best pick to fight against the sweltering heat.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Checkmate Events’ endeavours

A leading name in the documentation sector covering corporate events and specialising in covering wedding events, Checkmate Events, arranged their Annual Keynote 2018- #What_Next?. With the tagline “Unfolding an avenue of possibilities”, the event came with a view to presenting next generation content presentation on this sector. The event was held On April 8 2018, at EMK Centre, Dhanmondi 27, where Checkmate focused on their 6-year journey and contributions to the sector.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Chunky is Back

Chunky jewellery is back with vengeance, be it bib chunkies, collar chunkies or statement pieces. The best thing about chunky jewellery is that you do not have to fret too much on complementing; they match with almost everything – deshi, western, tribal — the list is an exhaustive one.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Pier 138: Seafood with - A Touch of Finesse

Located on Road #138 of Gulshan 1, Pier 138 offers you the experience of seafood fine dining at a reasonable price.
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Opar Bangla recipes from Panchali Dutta

Khazana is offering their guests with special Opar Bangla Mahabhoj for lunch & dinner. Celebrity chef Panchali Dutta of Hangla Hneshel is now serving up Opar Bangla Cuisine at Khazana. She will be showcasing her cooking skills to celebrate Nabo Borsho. Feel your taste buds getting tantalised with dishes from Nawab of Murshidabad to Thakur Bari to lost vegetarian food “goynabori.” Hold your breath and
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

How to become a superhero or heroine

Not so easy to become capital 'S' Super unless you follow through four steps.
12 April 2018, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

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11 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Children's wear for Baishakh from Kay Kraft

To capture the full vibrancy of Baishakh, the children's lineup from Kay Kraft features bright colours. Various patterns and cuts are the key focus with fabrics like cotton, linen and many more.
9 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Mahabhoj at Khazana with chef Panchali

To welcome and celebrate the start of Baishakh, Khazana is offering guests the 'Opar Bangla Mahabhoj' for lunch and dinner. Celebrity chef Panchali Dutta is being specially flown in from Kolkata to provide authentic flavours of Opar Bangla Cuisine. She will interact with the guests to familiarise them with the authentic cuisine from West Bengal, and share interesting trivia also. Special cooking workshops will be held for the guests on selected days.
9 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Aatmishali Baishakhi Utshob at Amari Dhaka

Celebrate Pahela Baishakh with one-of-a-kind offerings at Amari Dhaka. The Amaya Food Gallery will feature 'Aatmishali Utshob' – featuring eight different cuisines from eight divisions of Bangladesh.
9 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Baishakhi saris from Ambor

Balancing traditional designs and fashionable modern trends this Baishakh, Ambor is ready to grace your wardrobe with their best collection of saris.
9 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Baishakh 1425 with Cats Eye

Blending in traditional red and white with summer colours, Cats Eye is all set for this Baishakh. For the younger crowd, linen and other cotton fabrics with trendy cuts and designs are the focus. Westerns designs are mixed with local motifs and embroidery and screen prints grace the variety of clothes in this collection.
9 April 2018, 18:00 PM