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How 6 Yards Story turned heritage into a global design brand

Experience the rhythmic heritage of Sirajganj through Lora Khan’s visionary brand, 6 Yards Story. Architecture meets traditional craftsmanship, transforming handloom sarees and viral designer jewellery into global fashion statements that celebrate authentic Bangladeshi artistry.
4 January 2026, 10:01 AM

How Alavee Hossain is redefining wellness and spas in Dhaka

Transform Dhaka’s urban stress into serenity with Alavee Hossain’s visionary wellness sanctuaries, Kensho and Yugen. Experience world-class medicated spas, cutting-edge technology, and holistic retreats like Ahara Woods for ultimate relaxation and professional self-care excellence.
18 December 2025, 10:50 AM

Tackling CMSME hurdles to empower entrepreneurs

The cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprise (CMSME) sector is one of the core drivers of the economy in Bangladesh.
26 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Young entrepreneurs and the many challenges they face

The challenges in question often vary from industry to industry, yet, these young minds try their best to persevere.
5 June 2025, 05:00 AM

From Dhaka to the world: Rayana Hossain’s mission to highlight Bangladeshi craftsmanship

For women in Bangladesh and beyond, may Rayana Hossain’s journey serve as a reminder that ambition knows no gender.
8 March 2025, 06:58 AM

What it takes to run an online handmade jewellery business as a young entrepreneur

Starting an online handmade jewellery business takes creativity, effort, and persistence.
4 March 2025, 09:10 AM

Forget startups, Nafiz Azad Prithibi’s food cart is schooling us on Business 101

A class IX student at Dhaka Residential Model College, Nafiz Azad Prithibi along with his mother, started a food stall at Ring Road, Mohammadpur on 18 September. Later, he moved the business to a small food cart on the lane just beside Suchona Community Center.
5 October 2024, 09:10 AM

A couple’s journey from office desks to street food cart

The couple – Emu Akter and Fasiur Rahman, married for six years – started this business not out of necessity but out of passion for the food they cook.
18 May 2024, 07:59 AM

How a Jhenaidah-based entrepreneur AP Polash is inspiring local youth to earn through freelancing

Instead of the usual 9-5 jobs, Palash decided to work as a freelancer and is doing so successfully.
30 May 2023, 11:19 AM

A story of creativity, passion, and success : Salma Khan's story

Salma Khan is a name that is inseparable from luxury and style in the realm of furniture and design. This is her story:
11 May 2023, 09:21 AM

Rouf Chowdhury: demise of a charismatic leader

Chowdhury’s far-reaching thoughts opened doors of economic development and introduced new dimensions to the country's trade and industry
18 February 2023, 08:11 AM

5 ways Facebook helps online entrepreneurs

Here are 5 ways Facebook helps online entrepreneurs.
1 February 2023, 12:24 PM

Esscre brings art into entrepreneurship

Esscre was founded two years ago, during the COVID-19 pandemic, to create a talent ecosystem. When the idea was conceptualised, a team of like-minded young individuals began gathering knowledge about the industry and identify how their new endeavour could be impactful. With months of hard work and brainstorming, Esscre came into existence with a mission of curating creativity and making it accessible to everyone.
30 January 2023, 13:44 PM

How easy is it to be a startup in Bangladesh?

These issues arise in the context of startups due to a disorganised policy framework across various ministries.
7 January 2023, 14:00 PM

In conversation with Team Bangladesh – Battle of Minds 2022

The champions of Battle of Minds 2022 tell us more about their experience throughout the competition.
20 October 2022, 00:00 AM

Tanvir Shahriar: An inspiration for young entrepreneurs in Bangladesh

Tanvir Shahriar Rimon is currently serving as the CEO of Ranks FC Properties Ltd. He procured, marketed, supervised, built & handed over more than a thousand homes to the City Dwellers in Chittagong. He brought numerous innovative efforts to uphold the Real Estate Industry. Under his inspirational leadership, Ranks FC became a top-notch real estate brand in less than 5 years. Apart from professional work, he is involved in various social activities.
13 October 2022, 11:39 AM

The role of privilege in successful entrepreneurship

Hard work begets success, yes, but we must not forget how privilege plays a role.
13 October 2022, 02:43 AM

Making it to Forbes 30 under 30: In conversation with Shah Rafayat

Shah Rafayat has ticked all the boxes of social entrepreneurship in the last decade through his organisation, Footsteps, tackling multi-layered social issues.
30 May 2022, 10:22 AM

Akib: From hobbyist to exporting fishing baits

Forgoing the opportunity of a comfortable life in New Zealand, H Ataur Rahman Akib returned to his homeland Bangladesh. He didn't even settle in capital Dhaka, and went to Rajshahi to become an entrepreneur. 
21 May 2022, 04:26 AM

Akib’s fishing baits being exported to Asia and Europe

H Ataur Rahman Akib started fishing when he was four and he was largely focused on his hobby and making baits until 2018.
13 May 2022, 03:30 AM