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

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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.
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Acne and treatment

Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skin's oil glands (sebaceous glands), which leads to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples/acne.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

A delectable mix

Cut small pieces of the bread and fry them in ghee. Boil tomato slices in chicken stock and 2 cups of water.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Androgyny in a fair world

So what is 'androgyny'? Is it a fancy term to highlight homosexuality or the lifestyle of a transgender? Simply put, it just refers to the coexistence of masculine and feminine characteristics.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – the ultimate coffeehouse

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf offers that and more.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Bengal Meat to manage Turkish Red Crescent's Qurbani sacrifice

Turkish Red Crescent has recently signed an agreement with Bengal Meat for their Qurbani management.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Radisson Blu Dhaka bags Luxury Restaurant Awards

Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden celebrated the accolade of The Luxury Restaurant Awards for its restaurants. For the first time ever, a restaurant from Bangladesh has won this prestigious award.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Coconut oil for shiny locks

Ask any elderly lady the secret of their hair care, and they will swear by the humble coconut oil and its gazillion benefits. For thousands of years, we have witnessed Bengali beauties apply coconut oil as the prime ingredient for hair nourishment. But have we ever wondered why this favouritism?
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Bringing back the vintage

Have you been considering refurbishing your home? Or are you shifting homes and want to bring about a new look? Consider going old school — the classiest and easiest decor theme to opt for your beloved abode.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Escape Myst: Into a world of mystery and adventure

The hidden Sherlock in you is busy investigating the case of the missing artefact. You have managed to unearth some clues, but you cannot seem to figure out a cryptic message found hidden behind the flower vase. You have been struggling with it for quite some time now, when suddenly you hear a voice say, “Do you want a hint?”
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Androgynous Fashion Statement 2017

If you thought there was no variation to androgynous fashion you were absolutely wrong. Like any other popular style, androgyny has also been keeping up with the change in time.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Aarong Eid ul Azha Collection 2017

In the world of fashion, monsoon holds a special position — it's a time when every fashionista gets a chance to effortlessly flaunt bright colours and subtle hues at the same time. There are no steadfast rules and the clothing often resembles the mood of the wearer.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Uber integrates in-app national helpline number

Uber, the world's largest on-demand ride-sharing company, recently announced the integration of the nationwide emergency number 999 in its rider app to enhance rider safety.
7 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Royal gardens of Europe: A lush oasis in National Garden, Athens

The National Garden in Athens has exceptional qualities and stunning styles that put it on the map for visitors vacationing in Europe.
6 August 2017, 13:57 PM

In search of Heidi, eating my way through bits of Bhutan

The Proustian punch of eating food that stirs a nerve is something I have always been on a quest for.
3 August 2017, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

I will be in your mind all day, don't mind me.
2 August 2017, 18:00 PM

With pride; flaunt an image that's godsend

Girls, even in their early teens tend to follow strict diets. Even though there's nothing wrong with it and everything is a personal choice.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Warm, comforting soups

No matter how healthy we eat during the day, late in the afternoon we tend to get peckish and often experience a sudden craving for fried snacks.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Comfortable in plus size

36-24-36...astonishing figures...and somewhat of a holy grail! If you struggle to fit into a size zero...
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

The magic of multipurpose furniture

Multipurpose furniture mostly relies on a folding mechanism, innovatively designed so that parts can be extended or stored, according to one's requirements.
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM

Of food and tunes

Did you ever find yourself running over to the TV when you heard a certain familiar tune only to find it was being performed in an orchestra or as a concert piece?
31 July 2017, 18:00 PM