Miftahul Jannat

Rakib Hasan took Western adventure tales and breathed into them a Bangladeshi heart.

Despite promises of financial support and rehabilitation, many are still waiting for aid to arrive.

Both our genetic makeup and past experiences impact our brain's chemistry, which in turn affects how we respond to different situations

The very land that the Rakhines once regarded as their mark of existence is now shrinking

When girls draw comics, the topics become far more diverse – touching on nature, beauty standards, complexion-related racism, family issues, mental health, and self-realisation.

In the markets of North Bengal, the Rabidas community has long endured prejudice, their cobbler’s stools passed from one generation to the next.

When justice is hijacked by rage and rumour, it takes only minutes for a mob to become a murderer.

Uprisings, revolutions, or independence movements occur when the collective will of the people manifests as an unimaginable, united force.

Amid persistent inflation and tightening liquidity, long-term, high-yield deposit schemes are emerging as a win-win solution, offering financial security for savers and stability for banks. From fixed deposits to goal-based products like Millionaire Schemes, Kotipoti Plans, and Double/Triple Benefit Schemes, banks are rolling out tailored options that promise life-changing returns for disciplined savers.

There was a time in Bangladesh when the arrival of an ice cream van with its cheerful jingles meant pure joy. Children would run out clutching coins, eager to get their hands on a simple kulfi or a colourful popsicle. Today ice cream is no longer a street-side treat. It’s an artisanal experience served in chic cafés, plated like gourmet desserts, and tailored to the Instagram generation.

The Daily Star (TDS): We all know Tajuddin Ahmad as a leader, but how was he as a father?

A year has passed since the country erupted in protests over the quota-reform movement — a wave of demonstrations that soon snowballed into a nationwide uprising.

Cumilla, the historic city on the banks of the Gomati river, with roots stretching back to the ancient Tripura kingdom, has long been an important regional hub. The ruins of Mainamati, just west of the city, bear witness to Cumilla’s prominence as an administrative and cultural centre from the 6th to 13th centuries CE.

In a country like Bangladesh, where urban air pollution is already a growing concern, what if the walls inside your home were contributing to the problem too? Unbeknownst to many, traditional paints can silently release harmful chemicals into indoor air, sometimes for years after application.

The cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprise (CMSME) sector is one of the core drivers of the economy in Bangladesh.

The sad reality about humans is that we are not wired for happiness. Natural selection prioritises survival and reproduction, which does not necessarily involve being happier. People are now less happy than they ever have been. This is not just an abstract philosophical issue; it is becoming a national concern. 

You walk into your bank to open a savings account—and come out with a life insurance policy. No separate visits, no confusing paperwork, no unfamiliar agents. Just one trusted institution handling both your financial needs and your future protection.

Nine months have passed since the July Uprising, yet its human toll continues to surface—survivors left scarred, jobless, and crushed by mounting debt. Among the most visible yet overlooked are those who lost their eyesight—many now living with permanent disability and fading hope.

Choosing the right savings option is not just about interest rates—it is about matching your money habits with goals, lifestyle, and income pattern. What works for a student might not suit a new parent or a retiree.

In a world increasingly obsessed with flawless skin and impeccable hygiene, the skincare aisle can feel like both a promise and a potential minefield.