Saudia Afrin

Saudia Afrin is an environmentalist and a former journalist at The Daily Star.

Financing her initiatives

Despite growing participation in the economy, women entrepreneurs in Bangladesh continue to face systemic barriers that limit the scale and scope of their business ventures.

1w ago

A Legacy from World War II: The Story of Bottomley Home

In the middle of Farmgate’s frantic rush, where buses roar and buildings crowd the sky, a quiet miracle unfolds each day.

2w ago

Bancassurance for her

When women hold families together through crises, manage budgets on shoestrings, and put others’ needs first, who protects them?

1m ago

Transform your shopping into an enriching experience

Shoppers are eagerly splurging on new outfits and thoughtful gifts for loved ones. As Eid-ul-Fitr—the most significant religious festival—draws near, sales of lifestyle products are surging, driven by heightened consumer demand.

3m ago

Revolutionising construction for a greener future

The traditional production of clay-burned red bricks is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Bangladesh, leading to the annual loss of 1% of the country’s agricultural land.

3m ago

Rajshahi: A thriving hub for property development

Rajshahi, known by many names—The Clean City, The City of Mangoes, The City of Silk, and The City of Education—has a rich history as an administrative center.

3m ago

An outlook on real estate scenario in Bangladesh

A secure environment, well-maintained surroundings, and proximity to key locations are now essential considerations in real estate development.

3m ago

Accelerate Action for all women and girls: rights. equality. empowerment

Women in Bangladesh have made significant strides in education, employment, and leadership, yet full equality remains out of reach. Despite progress, challenges such as wage disparities, underrepresentation in decision-making, and gender-based violence persist.

3m ago
June 27, 2025
June 27, 2025

Financing her initiatives

Despite growing participation in the economy, women entrepreneurs in Bangladesh continue to face systemic barriers that limit the scale and scope of their business ventures.

June 21, 2025
June 21, 2025

A Legacy from World War II: The Story of Bottomley Home

In the middle of Farmgate’s frantic rush, where buses roar and buildings crowd the sky, a quiet miracle unfolds each day.

May 29, 2025
May 29, 2025

Bancassurance for her

When women hold families together through crises, manage budgets on shoestrings, and put others’ needs first, who protects them?

March 20, 2025
March 20, 2025

Transform your shopping into an enriching experience

Shoppers are eagerly splurging on new outfits and thoughtful gifts for loved ones. As Eid-ul-Fitr—the most significant religious festival—draws near, sales of lifestyle products are surging, driven by heightened consumer demand.

March 12, 2025
March 12, 2025

An outlook on real estate scenario in Bangladesh

A secure environment, well-maintained surroundings, and proximity to key locations are now essential considerations in real estate development.

March 12, 2025
March 12, 2025

Rajshahi: A thriving hub for property development

Rajshahi, known by many names—The Clean City, The City of Mangoes, The City of Silk, and The City of Education—has a rich history as an administrative center.

March 12, 2025
March 12, 2025

Revolutionising construction for a greener future

The traditional production of clay-burned red bricks is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Bangladesh, leading to the annual loss of 1% of the country’s agricultural land.

March 8, 2025
March 8, 2025

Accelerate Action for all women and girls: rights. equality. empowerment

Women in Bangladesh have made significant strides in education, employment, and leadership, yet full equality remains out of reach. Despite progress, challenges such as wage disparities, underrepresentation in decision-making, and gender-based violence persist.

March 2, 2025
March 2, 2025

HBRC: Building resilient homes for Bangladesh

As climate change accelerates, Bangladesh faces worsening threats from cyclones, floods, and rising sea levels, displacing millions and straining existing infrastructure.

February 27, 2025
February 27, 2025

We must curb the rise of unscrupulous media

TDS: How would you evaluate the current media scenario in Bangladesh?