Irfan Aziz

Your winter day trip won't be the same without these 10 must-haves

Winter day trips in Dhaka require essentials like layered clothing, a beanie, boots, gloves, and chap stick to stay comfortable. Moisturizer, sunscreen, a thermos with tea, a blanket, and a power bank ensures a smooth, cosy adventure.

1w ago

March to the beat: How hip-hop music shaped Bangladesh’s quota reform movement

If we flip the pages of history, we will find that rap and hip-hop music has been a powerful medium for expressing discontent, rallying causes, and standing up to authority. Although other forms of music also contributed in their own way, there is something about hip-hop music when it comes to challenging established power structures that sets it apart from the others.

3m ago

Land of the Thunder Dragon

The time for you to explore Bhutan is now!

5m ago

How to welcome Gen Z in the workplace

From values, work ethics, and communication styles, to even their appearance, Gen Z see things from a different perspective. Given how workplaces are beginning to be more immersed in the Gen Z experience and how they are the future, it is a good idea to be acquainted with their distinct characteristics so that we can develop a better understanding, collaborate better, and make the most of their immense potential.

6m ago

How to welcome Gen Z in the workplace

Let's discuss the gap between the Millenials and Gen Z

7m ago

From dance to cultural diplomacy: Sadia Islam’s inspiring journey

The Bangladesh Embassy in Portugal recently celebrated Pahela Baishakh for the first time in many years. Sadia Islam, planned the entire event along with H E Rezina Ahmed andalso choreographed an entire set of performances to show the intricacies and finesse of Bengali culture and traditions.

7m ago

Transforming digital friendships into real ones

Amidst the sea of likes, comments and fleeting interaction, there lies the possibility of finding people who have the potential to be crucial parts of your life.

7m ago

Dress to impress: How to personalise your panjabi for the perfect Eid flair

The holy month of Ramadan is nearly over, and you know what that means — Eid-ul-Fitr and all the things we do that make it memorable: good food, and plenty of invitations and outings. This is the time to put on our best dresses and showcase our style.

8m ago
August 1, 2023
August 1, 2023

Breaking down the concept of minimalist living

Minimalism in essence means to focus on things that truly matter and let go of everything else.

July 25, 2023
July 25, 2023

The importance of sleep and best ways to get quality sleep

The world moves fast and so does our life. In our quest of reaching new heights and achieving new milestones, we are constantly overlooking a crucial element of life; sleep. We are not getting enough of it. Arguably the most important component of our overall wellbeing, not getting enough sleep can have a negative impact on both our physical and mental health.

July 25, 2023
July 25, 2023

Your guide to effective negotiations

Negotiations are an integral part of life. Whether it is a job offer, talking to clients, a salary negotiation, or trying to sell your idea to someone — we will not always get what we want and this is where negotiations come to play. It is a very effective skill to have and to achieve that there are a few steps you can take. Here is your guide for effective negotiations.

July 15, 2023
July 15, 2023

The psychology of colours

Colours are the first thing we see and our brain associates different colours to different things/feelings and it’s truly marvellous. 

July 3, 2023
July 3, 2023

Strategies for clear and impactful messaging

We live in an era of communication and transparency. While being able to convey your message properly has and will always be a challenge, there are several guidelines and strategies you can use to make your messages clearer and effective, thereby increasing the impact it will have on your readers.

June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023

Is remote work really for you?

The lockdowns have shown the world that showing up to the office to work is somewhat arbitrary and we can get just as much done while working from home. Remote work is consistently on the rise and unlike the pandemic, it has mostly had a positive impact on our lives.

May 29, 2023
May 29, 2023

Jagadish Chandra Roy: Mastering the art of batik

The world of fashion is constantly changing but every once in a while, someone comes up with an idea that can shake things up and change the entire dynamics of the ecosystem. Jagadish Chandra Roy may be on the verge of doing exactly that.

May 18, 2023
May 18, 2023

Inspirational quotes by actor Nawazudddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin Siddiqui turns 49! Who knew that the pickpocket from the opening scene of Munna Bhai MMBS (bet some of you did not know that!) would go on to become one of the defining actors of his generation? A true juggernaut of Bollywood, he has played captivating roles upon captivating roles that span across a wide range while being the most relatable-looking man in the industry. While he may not look like the conventional actor, the man can act and he has a silver tongue to go with it delivering iconic lines both on and off the screen.

May 14, 2023
May 14, 2023

Fashion designer Chandana Dewan: The patchwork angel

Chandana Dewan’s fashion-forward ideas have been garnering much attention for quite some time. The designer is known to work with bold and vibrant colours as well as block motifs, but it is her love affair with patchwork that really sets her work apart from everyone else.

May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023

Love notes from children to their mother

For most of us, our mothers are our rocks. They are the light that guide us home and life will just not make sense without them. There is a lot that we want to say to our mums but because of life, we hardly ever get the chance to express our emotions the way we would want to.