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.

3w 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
July 14, 2017
July 14, 2017

The Bossman #16

Files have been piling up for three days now. Where's this minion? Find him now and fire him!

July 10, 2017
July 10, 2017

Helio S10

Mostly metal construction and 2.5D GorillaGlass 3 provide both heft and protection. There’s a little too much shiny

July 7, 2017
July 7, 2017

The Bossman #15

One of the minions looks worse than half-day-old canteen food. Why won't he take a sick leave?

July 5, 2017
July 5, 2017

Want a Honda Integra scale model?

That 2nd Gen Integra coupe in our lead story today is one fine example of how good these cars looked. Honda made

July 3, 2017
July 3, 2017

Tech-roundup

In OnePlus still the flagship killer?

July 3, 2017
July 3, 2017

Huawei GR3 2017

The GR3 for 2017 is known by a few other names under the Huawei banner based on where it is sold. Also known as a P8 Lite for 2017 and Honor 8 Lite.

June 30, 2017
June 30, 2017

The Bossman #14

Holiday is over just ahead of the weekend. Why is no one here yet?

June 23, 2017
June 23, 2017

The Bossman #13

Holographic CV. Impeccable grammar. Sorry, we're looking for someone willing to work for very little.

June 21, 2017
June 21, 2017

2017 BMW 530i

The BMW 5-series gets a complete redesign, with new engines and all new tech adapted from the 7-series flagship. It's a significant car for the Bangladeshi market, and we take a closer look.

June 21, 2017
June 21, 2017

Collecting racecars

Decals or not? Some people love race car decals, others want clean road going cars. There's a certain thrill to collecting world famous, race winning cars - even with the decals.