Raffat Binte Rashid

The thriving world of Bangladeshi ceramics

Bangladesh’s booming ceramic industry is as thriving as our readymade garment (RMG) sector, which I say from my many shopping exploits.

2w ago

A battleground of change: Role of DU in social movements

The pulsating energy of Dhaka University campus works as a catalyst to inspire students and shape their conscience.

3w ago

Graffiti vs Regime

The early stages of the quota reform movement in Bangladesh saw the use of a subtle yet powerful language of protest: graffiti.

1m ago

Barishal, a serene escape amid nature’s bounty

Surrounded by tall coconut and betel nut trees, picturesque ponds, and lagoons -- the green countryside makes Barishal a great city for local tourism.

1m ago

Embracing the old-world charm, one antique at a time

There is a certain drama in being mystified with all things retro and vintage.

2m ago

Rediscovering self: A note to me

In life to give your 100 percent to any one of your relationships you have to lose more than what you gave to that person.

4m ago

A love affair with tea

I wonder what it is in a cup of tea that makes it so invigorating. The obvious answer would be the stimulant, caffeine, or the particular flavour of the leaves seeping into the hot water and the aroma that takes over your senses.

4m ago

Hats off to our green heroes!

The first time I fell in love with plants was when I saw my mother’s glossy green pothos arranged in old porcelain bowls that were slightly chipped off.

4m ago
February 24, 2018
February 24, 2018

Terracotta returns

You know how most children throw tantrums to tag along with their moms on every mundane shopping errand or even the ladies' lunch outings? This was way back in time, when Sanjana was just 10, the year around 1978.

February 24, 2018
February 24, 2018

Charm Of The Home-cooked

Centenarian Shahida Begum was a few days shy of her hundredth birthday, a reason why most of her children and grandchildren, with their own sets of grandchildren, made the trip to her quaint village homestead in Bheramara, Khustia.

May 19, 2015
May 19, 2015

Age gracefully and healthily

When your new, young co-worker pipes up and says, "I was just in kindergarten when you started working here,” it burns, leaving a

April 26, 2015
April 26, 2015

Gleneagles Hospital's seminar on ageing held

The Gleneagles Hospital's 17th seminar on “Managing ageing: recent advances in medicine” took place at Sheraton towers in Singapore

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