Transform basic braids into stunning looks with Parandis

27 April 2026, 17:48 PM Fashion & Beauty
Enhance traditional Bengali beauty by accessorizing dark tresses with ornate parandi. Elevate braids using colorful tassels and zari from Gawsia Market to match Jamdani outfits. This festive styling tradition celebrates heritage through unique, handcrafted hair accessories.

Learn from my mistakes before your first Nepal trek

Embark on Nepal trekking adventures from Dhaka with reliable gear. Prioritize quality hiking boots and ergonomic backpacks over cheap alternatives. Respect the Himalayan terrain by investing in technical essentials for safety, comfort, and personal growth.

Stop these daily habits that quietly damage your mental health

27 April 2026, 17:42 PM Health & Fitness
Protect mental health by breaking harmful habits like Instagram doomscrolling and overworking. Confronting bottled up emotions and distancing from toxic people fosters emotional resilience. Prioritize quality sleep and self-care to ensure lasting psychological well-being today.
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For the love of herbs

Mint is perhaps one of the most common and favoured herbs. It adds a dash of freshness to any dish, be it a savoury meat curry preparation, or a light fruit salad with some ice cream.
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Thirty 3 offers a new buffet

Thirty 3, the restaurant, is highlighting their buffet with some new and delicious additions. The buffet has different types of food including rice, chicken,
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

ASK MAYA APA

My husband and I live in a six-storey building in Dhaka. During the recent earthquake, I was home alone and I could feel my whole building shaking.
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Setting up for a siesta

In our day to day stressful lives, the one thing we tend to miss out a lot on is proper sleep. Often amidst our hectic schedules we overlook its importance and treat sleep as an optional extra.
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Mango Mania

Jackfruit may have made it to the national list as THE fruit but it's the mango that won the hearts of the Bangladeshis in large number.
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Under my Umbrella

I do not like it when 'raindrops keep falling on my head'. I prefer being 'under my umbrella'. I like everything about umbrellas- well, except the superstition that an open umbrella indoors brings bad luck! Aside from the sheer functionality, umbrella can be such a fantastic fashion accessory. There are so many different designs and colours to choose from.
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

The brows matter too!

Sometimes the most ignored, and often the most over-tweaked, yet very essential feature of the face are the eyebrows!
18 July 2016, 18:00 PM

From Iran to India: The journey and evolution of biriyani

Biriyani is the quintessential celebratory dish in India and an aromatic delicacy that dazzles as a sublime one-dish meal, writes historian and food expert Pushpesh Pant.
16 July 2016, 06:20 AM

Monsoon travels around the country

he land of six-seasons, many rivers and golden fields is at the zenith of its beauty during the monsoon. Read on to find out some of the places you could visit around the country.
15 July 2016, 08:19 AM

THIS WEEK'S HORRORSCOPE

How awkward was the kolakoli between you and your father?
13 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Sananda Jewelers' Eid offer

Leading jewellery shop, Sananda Jewelers, is displaying various diamond jewellery items ahead of Eid and is offering customers a 30 percent discount in diamond jewellery purchases.
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Amari's Eid treats

Celebrate Eid with style at Amari with their exotic Asian buffet. Enjoy special room rates and exclusive accommodation offers.
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Design Dhaka's Eid collection

Fashion house Design Dhaka has brought an exclusive design lineup for this Eid. The collection includes varieties of shalwar kameez sets, tops, panjabis, etc.
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Le Reve's Eid

Le Reve recently launched its Eid collection, which is full of amazing designs and patterns.
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Pulling out all the stops

For the suave, stylish men in the city, there's one oasis of calm that they can look for, and that's the one at Samuel Hoque's style sanctum.
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

When East Meets West

Zarin Rashid's debut collection, 'When East Meets West', is a collaboration of her thoughts and culture. She was always inspired by the whole idea of
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Small acts of piety

It is important to remember that the festivities of Eid are not just about our nearest and dearest, but serve also an opportunity to share the joy with all those who help us in our day to day lives.
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Regency's Eid package

Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort is joining in on the Eid celebrations with a new luxurious package for its customers!
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Eid Day Magic

Eid is almost here and there is a lot to be thankful for. First of all, the streets are going to be empty and for anyone living through countless hours of Dhaka traffic...
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM

Spend your Eid at Westin

In celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, the Westin Dhaka brings special room packages. The offers will let guests enjoy the five-star hospitality and dining experience of the Westin at unthinkable prices during the Eid vacation
4 July 2016, 18:00 PM