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
June 16, 2017
June 16, 2017

The Bossman #12

One of the minions has a "great idea". Will the Bossman approve?

June 14, 2017
June 14, 2017

The myth of engine oil - simplified

What the rest of the world calls engine oil, in Bangladesh, it's known as mobil with a lower case M. Goes to show

June 14, 2017
June 14, 2017

A day with a 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser V8

We have the king of the off-roaders at our disposal - Toyota's Land Cruiser, with a big stonking V8.

June 9, 2017
June 9, 2017

The Bossman #11

Just following my job description...

June 9, 2017
June 9, 2017

Record this and record that

The future seems to be one where people are busy staring at small screens while recording other things with other devices.

June 5, 2017
June 5, 2017

Gadget roundup

As you read this Apple will be presenting a keynote highlighting upcoming developments. One could be about the iOS 11 which

May 29, 2017
May 29, 2017

OPPO F3: Selfie Expert

Even before stepping out of the box, the Oppo F3 clearly states what it will do for you. It says Selfie Expert right

May 26, 2017
May 26, 2017

THE PAST WEEK IN A NUTSHELL, SLIGHTLY CRACKED

Apparently all it takes for rapid police action is an anonymous GD. Past Saturday, the police hit BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia's Gulshan office like lovers at Ramna Park on Valentine's Day.

May 26, 2017
May 26, 2017

The Bossman #10

Will The Bossman give his minion a raise?

May 19, 2017
May 19, 2017

The Bossman #9

Minions have been tagging The Bossman on Facebook and sending email links all day. All that to get his attention and approval.