Ehsanur Raza Ronny

Features Editor and Head of Content Marketing at The Daily Star. Writes for work. Writes for fun. Still figuring out which one is which.

The Gentle Giants: How our fathers loved us without saying a word

Bangladeshi fathers, particularly those who came of age in the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, weren’t built for emotional declarations.

2w ago

The big Eid detox: Because that wasn’t just one cheat day

While you should indulge because, let’s be honest, Eid is about love, family, and licking rezala off your elbow, it’s not a bad idea to also plan a bit of a comeback. A soft, digestive reboot.

1m ago

Crushing progress: The e-rickshaw dilemma in Dhaka

In the chaos of Dhaka traffic, one vehicle has quietly taken over: the battery-powered three-wheeler, often called the ‘Tesla’, not the sleek one from Silicon Valley, but the Bangladeshi kind.

1m ago

Curated Cars: The Dhaka Car Show that finally got it right

May 1 and 2 gave us something rare. A proper show. Curated Cars wasn’t just another excuse to hang out and say, “Bro, my car faster.” This was for the real enthusiasts—the ones who actually know what a Jaguar S-Type is and don’t think a McLaren is just a footballer. So what did they do differently?

1m ago

The Flying Slipper: A tribute to moms, discipline, and the gentle art of terror

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the iconic South Asian flip-flop — more than footwear, it was a symbol of maternal authority, discipline, and reflex training, shaping generations with precision throws, psychological warfare, and unforgettable love wrapped in chappal justice.

1m ago

Paved paradise and put up a footpath: Why air purifiers alone won’t save Dhaka’s lungs

Recently, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has announced a plan to install air purifiers in 50 spots around the city.

2m ago

Why saving money from an early age could be the best gift you give your child (or yourself)

Ever caught yourself saying, “If only I had started saving earlier…”?

2m ago

We didn’t mean to stop reading

There was a time, maybe not that long ago, when the only thing you needed for a perfect evening was a book

2m ago
December 15, 2024
December 15, 2024

How to smell amazing without suffocating the room

Fragrance should be subtle and intimate, not overpowering. Apply perfume to pulse points, avoid rubbing it in, and be mindful of seasonal changes. Winter’s cooler temperatures make scents last longer, but be cautious of external odours.

November 6, 2024
November 6, 2024

Thinking of studying abroad? Here’s how school life varies worldwide

Student life looks very different around the world, with each country offering its own approach to education, exams, and extracurriculars. Whether it’s the schooling system or the academic pressures, where you study can shape your future in unique ways.

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

Things that go bump and moo in the night

Horror stories do not come any scarier than a bull gone loose.

October 29, 2023
October 29, 2023
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023

How you too can nearly, almost, probably become a Jedi Knight

At its core, 'Star Wars' is a classic tale of underdogs taking on a powerful enemy; it's a story of hope and perseverance, of standing up for what's right even when the odds are against you.

April 1, 2021
April 1, 2021

Where’s the cake?

It’s party time in the animal kingdom. A turtle just happens to be in charge of making a birthday cake. He’s small and he’s slow but he has a plan. He started early because he knew speed wasn’t his strength.

March 20, 2021
March 20, 2021

6 steps to get people to trust your e-commerce site

You have a site or Facebook page for your business. You have great products. You also have a good amount of people that know about you. But no one is buying. Where lies the mystery? How do you turn those visitors into buyers?

February 26, 2021
February 26, 2021

A new hope

Not quite as epic as the Stars Wars movie of the same title, but a new hope it is. Everything ends only to have a new beginning in one form or another. This happens to be my very last issue of Toggle, something my team and I brought to this height in a year and couple of months.

February 19, 2021
February 19, 2021

Kabab rolls and Shift magazines are the new normal

Kabab rolls and Shift magazines are the new normal

February 5, 2021
February 5, 2021

Rinse and repeat

How do you avoid burning out? We do muc of the same thing day in and day out. We write, edit and publish. Somedays we want to throw the table nd be the meme. So, how do we avoid burning out?