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?

2m 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.

2m 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
May 17, 2017
May 17, 2017

Restomodding Rollas: Toyota E80 Corolla Buying Guide

Toyota's three-box economy sedan has officially turned into a classic. Prices are cheap and a few modifications can bring the willing sedan into the 21st century and can even be used for daily driving. Here's how.

May 16, 2017
May 16, 2017

HOW DO PARENTS SLEEP AT NIGHT?

Quote of the day: If you're not spending a few minutes calculating how much you can sleep versus how much you want to sleep, you are not a parent of a small child.

May 10, 2017
May 10, 2017

Auto news

The latest Porsche 911 GT3 has set an incredible time on the go-to track for bragging rights, the Nurburgring. They call it a standard

May 8, 2017
May 8, 2017

Huawei P10: Is it the cameraphone wonder it promises to be?

The Huawei P10 is the successor to last year’s stellar P9 which happened to be a ground breaking device for Huawei. We find out how it performs.

May 5, 2017
May 5, 2017

THE WEEK IN RE(AR)VIEW

Shakib Khan, one of the biggest movie stars of present-day Bangladesh, alleged that many FDC directors spend time “chatting instead of doing work”.

May 1, 2017
May 1, 2017

I'm a dinosaur

Quote of the day: If you're feeling a little stiff, it's because you've become a fossil.

May 1, 2017
May 1, 2017

Samsung S8 Review: Are you ready for this?

The S8 is a very important phone for Samsung. They were all ready to set the market on fire with the awesomeness

April 28, 2017
April 28, 2017

THE WEEK IN RE(AR)VIEW

There's a popular saying among different species that hold very opposite meanings: 'When it rains, it pours and when it pours it floods.'

April 28, 2017
April 28, 2017

The Bossman #7

The boss wants ideas for change. For innovation. What will the minions cook up?

April 28, 2017
April 28, 2017

Three things that kill managers and leaders

People don't leave companies, they leave bad bosses.