Noshin Nawal

Barrister Noshin Nawal is a member of the editorial team at The Daily Star and an environmental activist.

50/50 marriage? More like 90/10 in disguise

Meet Runi, a 33-year-old woman living in the metropolitan of Dhaka.

1d ago

‘Independent body needed to protect human rights defenders’

Odhikar Director ASM Nasiruddin Elan talks about his experience under the Awami League regime in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.

6d ago

Cigarette city: Breathing in Dhaka’s signature cocktail

Our city’s air quality has reached such hazardous levels that stepping outside is now equivalent to puffing on 22 cigarettes a day.

1w ago

‘We must challenge not just regimes, but also oppressive legal machinery'

Human rights lawyer Taqbir Huda talks about the current state of human rights in Bangladesh and the potential way forward.

1w ago

Empathy is missing for survivors seeking justice

Examining Bangladesh's challenges in supporting survivors of gender-based violence.

4w ago

Women should not have to struggle with a toilet crisis

On World Toilet Day 2024, it is imperative that both the government and private actors unify to create environments that support dignity, health, and productivity for all women in Bangladesh.

1m ago

COP29 must set a new goal for climate finance and adaptation

As COP29 progresses, Bangladesh will be watching closely to see whether the international community can meet the urgency of its climate needs.

1m ago

Iram's Café

The café culture in Dhaka over the past decade has seen incredible evolution. There are cafés serving everything from filling savoury dishes to sweets and snacks.

9y ago
June 16, 2015
June 16, 2015

Liberation of the Spirit

The “Shwapno Life 2015 Eid Fashion Fiesta”, a night of dramatic enchantment put together by Ban Thai Spa, showcased a collection of tradition wear for both men and women designed by Shahinur Rahman, Tamanna Sharmin and Tanaz Bunni.

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