Priota Iftekhar: Flying the flag through fashion

Priota Iftekhar, known as the “Flag Girl,” blends fashion and heritage in Sydney, using bold Bangladeshi elements like gamcha blazers and fuchka earrings to celebrate identity, challenge stereotypes, and promote cultural pride globally.
15 May 2025, 10:02 AM
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12 May 2025, 15:55 PM
<<h6></h6> class="card-title " > Tailored for you: Met Gala's bold fashion frontier
7 May 2025, 09:54 AM
<<h6></h6> class="card-title " > Azra Mahmood secures Miss World Bangladesh 2025 license
7 May 2025, 09:47 AM

Passenger traffic nears twice its capacity at HSIA

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the country's main aviation hub, is currently handling nearly twice its intended passenger capacity, leaving airport authorities struggling to maintain expected service standards.
14 May 2025, 18:08 PM

Summer's back: Are you drinking enough water?

Stay hydrated this summer with expert tips like starting your day with water, eating water-rich foods, snacking on electrolyte-rich dates, making DIY electrolyte drinks, and avoiding dehydration triggers like caffeine, salt, and sugary drinks.
14 May 2025, 09:21 AM

Life & Living

5 ways Andy Warhol changed art forever

One of the most well-known and influential artists of the 20th century is Andy Warhol. He revolutionised the idea of artistic expression during the course of his incredibly productive career, emerging as one of the most significant figures in art for succeeding generations. Fashion designers, artists, photographers, singers, and filmmakers have all drawn inspiration from Andy Warhol.
22 February 2023, 15:15 PM

4 Lesser-known facts about Ekushey February

Here are facts you probably did not know about Ekushey February.
20 February 2023, 12:41 PM

What makes Professor Shonku so special to us?

As Bengalis, we have grown up reading Satyajit Ray. Who does not remember the clever, witty, and adventurous detective, Feluda? Or the highly revered Professor Shonku, an eccentric scientist, inventor, explorer, and polyglot? Today, we celebrate one of these characters, Professor Trilokeshwar Shonku, paying a humble tribute to the Bengali maestro that is Satyajit Ray. For many of us, Ray was the entrance to Bengali literature, and the Shonku series — an influential work of science fiction in the Bengali language.
20 February 2023, 12:34 PM

How nursery rhymes affected my childhood

As an adult, I know that nursery rhymes are meant to be magical; its logic and aesthetics built in such a way that it resists the traditional way logic seeks to present itself.
20 February 2023, 12:19 PM

6 behaviours to avoid

While there are plenty of tips and tricks one can internalise when it comes to becoming classy, not much has been said about the set of behaviours to avoid if you wish to exude elegance and grace.
20 February 2023, 12:08 PM

Benefits of reading Bengali literature

In addition to all the cognitive benefits associated with reading, reading in your first language has plenty of other benefits, including knowing about your country and countrymen in the language of the land.
19 February 2023, 13:40 PM

Inkpot a reminiscent of the past

The hobby of collecting inkpots is arguably unique. We all know of the hobby surrounding stamps or currencies, for example, but have you heard of someone doing the same with inkpots?
19 February 2023, 13:32 PM

Why is black the colour of mourning?

The way people mourn has evolved. Some individuals adhere to the practice of wearing black to funerals, while others choose to wear other muted shades that were once thought to be inappropriate for the occasion.
19 February 2023, 13:25 PM

Abyss in Abjection: An artist’s journey through the COVID-19 pandemic

One of the intentions of the exhibition was to bring a global element to the COVID-19 experience through the images from other countries in which Uzan had travelled.
19 February 2023, 13:14 PM

Top 6 inspirational books at Ekushey Boi Mela 2023

Let’s take a look at the top 6 inspirational books at this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela.
19 February 2023, 13:09 PM

Receding hairline and ways to stop it

A receding hairline can have a number of reasons, here we discuss ways to recover our crowning glory.
18 February 2023, 08:06 AM

Who is Xavier, the meme-Star?

Pakalu Papito went viral and achieved tremendous fame in 2015 as a result of his amusingly excellent use of puns and unrelated comedy in his joke tweets.
16 February 2023, 12:32 PM

Top 5 movies to watch that are real tearjerkers

Get your box of tissues ready for those tears, because here are five movies that will make you cry your eyes out.
16 February 2023, 12:21 PM

Significance of the damaged historical sites in Syria and Turkey

Here are some of the most important historical locations devastated by the earthquake in Turkey.
16 February 2023, 11:38 AM

Coke Studio Bangla Season 2: Expectations and the start

After a memorable run last year, Coke Studio Bangla is once again back for its second season. The premier track was released on 14 February with a song called ‘Murir Tin’ and if the first piece is anything to set a standard, we can expect Season 2 to be explosive.
15 February 2023, 13:18 PM

Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar: Children’s zone at the Boi Mela

The Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar is located at the Suhrawardy Udyan portion of the Ekushey Boi Mela; around 111 stalls of 71 publications have been set up in the dedicated area. The zone has been colourfully decorated to make things attractive for children.
15 February 2023, 13:09 PM

Paintings on love and romance

Paintings of lovers represent how views on love have changed over time and provide intriguing insights into how other cultures perceive love.
14 February 2023, 07:07 AM

Selecting furniture: Suggestions for new couples

Here are some styles, options, and philosophies you and your partner can explore while buying new furniture.
13 February 2023, 14:04 PM

DIY project for couples: Painting your new home

Here are a few things that you need to keep in mind before starting to paint your house.
13 February 2023, 13:52 PM

TAAGA Outstanding Young Professionals Award: Celebrating women who drive change

TAAGA is making strong statements in a society where women are frequently underrepresented in leadership roles and their achievements are frequently ignored. Young female professionals, under the age of 35, who are breaking down barriers in various fields are being recognised by the brand through the introduction of the TAAGA Outstanding Young Professionals Award.
13 February 2023, 13:21 PM