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.

3w 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
March 20, 2017
March 20, 2017

Helio S25

Has the Bangladeshi brand Helio finally cracked the premium smartphone formula? We review to find out.

March 17, 2017
March 17, 2017

Zombie apocalypse and how to obtain a driving license in Bangladesh

There are two ways to get a driving license in Bangladesh. One involves roughly seven steps for most people.

March 17, 2017
March 17, 2017

The Bossman #1

Output has slowed down. Could a revamped workstation do the trick?

March 10, 2017
March 10, 2017

4 essentials for staying alive as you work and study

Most of my middle to final years of university involved haphazard study and a killer work schedule. Two jobs and a few tutoring gigs

March 1, 2017
March 1, 2017

Ssangyong Tivoli XLV

The Korean car maker Ssangyong has included a whole lot of options for the money. And they've seemingly hired a proper designer after ages, because the Tivoli XLV looks great. Does it perform on our streets? We find out.

February 20, 2017
February 20, 2017

Walton Primo X4 Pro

We didn't get the box with the device. We do not know what is inside. Could it have contained a magic genie? We don't know. But we do have the device which you as a user will be handling day after day.

February 17, 2017
February 17, 2017

3 greatest career musts as we grow older

If you're in your 30's, you are probably giving as much thought to retirement as you would to the colour combo on the rickshaw you are riding to work. But it is never too early to start thinking about three things in preparation for that day you quit.

February 15, 2017
February 15, 2017

Nissan Silvia S15 by Welly

The last of the sleek, RWD, excellent looking and affordable sport coupes from Nissan. It's a cult favourite, being

February 15, 2017
February 15, 2017

Late ‘90s chic: Toyota Carina

This week we pick the very last Carina generation: the 7th gen made from 1996 to 2001.

February 8, 2017
February 8, 2017

Ford Ranger XLT

All pickup trucks in Bangladesh are work trucks. Few people look beyond the load carrying capacity and see the pointlessly cool allure of a pickup truck. The Ranger isn't your typical work truck. Padded interiors, plenty of buttons to answer all your comfort needs and a stylised look fit for posing with the sun behind your back. It's that kind of truck: for work and for plenty of play.