Rittique Basak

Rittique Basak is a Campus Ambassador for The Daily Star from BRAC University. He is currently pursuing his undergrad in Business Administration with a possible major in Marketing. His expected graduation year is 2026. Rittique is one of the top performers of the 2023-24 Campus Stars programme.

I used ChatGPT for therapy. Here's what happened

Therapy can be expensive, intimidating, or just hard to access when you need it most. So I turned to something many of us already use daily: ChatGPT. I wanted to see if AI could offer any real mental health support over a week. I tested it as a digital therapist for one week. I disclosed my ideas, sought emotional support, and discussed the possibility of it being truly helpful regarding my mental condition.

2w ago

Google Pixel 9a vs Apple iPhone 16e: Which one to go for?

Selecting the best midrange smartphone can be difficult, particularly with the two new options: the Pixel 9a and the iPhone 16e. Both phones offer great features, performance, and design, but which one best suits your requirements? Let's look at several aspects of both models to help you make an informed choice.

4m ago

Rice cookers under BDT 5,000: our picks

Every meal in Bangladesh starts with perfectly steamed rice as its essential base, whether a simple home-cooked meal or a grand feast. Here are our picks for some locally available rice cookers you can try out, under the budget-friendly price tag of BDT 5,000. Keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

5m ago

Top games to grab for Winter Sale 2024

With Wintersale 2024 on Steam till January 2 and Epic Games till January 9, this is a great opportunity for gamers to grab the most popular titles at a crazy price. We have compiled a list of top games - both old and new - that should be worth your time and money, especially with new discounted prices.

7m ago

Water heaters for this winter: our recommendations

Winter is now here in Bangladesh, and with it, the rising necessity of accessible hot water. Here are our recommendations for five water heaters available in the local market. Please keep in mind that prices and availability may vary across stores. 

7m ago

Tackling the saturation problem in Bangladesh's edtech industry

The edtech industry has come a long way since it boomed during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. This rapid expansion in the past decade has led to oversaturation in the market.

7m ago

BRAC University premieres documentary highlighting challenges for students with disabilities in higher education

BRAC University’s School of General Education recently hosted the world premiere of Breaking Barriers, a poignant documentary highlighting the experiences and challenges of students with disabilities within Bangladesh's higher education landscape.

8m ago

BRACU alumni-led startup redefining possibilities underwater

The goal of DuboTech is to make life efficient, safer, and easier, especially when it concerns underwater research and other industrial purposes.

10m ago
July 15, 2025
July 15, 2025

I used ChatGPT for therapy. Here's what happened

Therapy can be expensive, intimidating, or just hard to access when you need it most. So I turned to something many of us already use daily: ChatGPT. I wanted to see if AI could offer any real mental health support over a week. I tested it as a digital therapist for one week. I disclosed my ideas, sought emotional support, and discussed the possibility of it being truly helpful regarding my mental condition.

March 28, 2025
March 28, 2025

Google Pixel 9a vs Apple iPhone 16e: Which one to go for?

Selecting the best midrange smartphone can be difficult, particularly with the two new options: the Pixel 9a and the iPhone 16e. Both phones offer great features, performance, and design, but which one best suits your requirements? Let's look at several aspects of both models to help you make an informed choice.

March 1, 2025
March 1, 2025

Rice cookers under BDT 5,000: our picks

Every meal in Bangladesh starts with perfectly steamed rice as its essential base, whether a simple home-cooked meal or a grand feast. Here are our picks for some locally available rice cookers you can try out, under the budget-friendly price tag of BDT 5,000. Keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

December 30, 2024
December 30, 2024

Top games to grab for Winter Sale 2024

With Wintersale 2024 on Steam till January 2 and Epic Games till January 9, this is a great opportunity for gamers to grab the most popular titles at a crazy price. We have compiled a list of top games - both old and new - that should be worth your time and money, especially with new discounted prices.

December 18, 2024
December 18, 2024

Water heaters for this winter: our recommendations

Winter is now here in Bangladesh, and with it, the rising necessity of accessible hot water. Here are our recommendations for five water heaters available in the local market. Please keep in mind that prices and availability may vary across stores. 

December 17, 2024
December 17, 2024

Tackling the saturation problem in Bangladesh's edtech industry

The edtech industry has come a long way since it boomed during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. This rapid expansion in the past decade has led to oversaturation in the market.

November 11, 2024
November 11, 2024

BRAC University premieres documentary highlighting challenges for students with disabilities in higher education

BRAC University’s School of General Education recently hosted the world premiere of Breaking Barriers, a poignant documentary highlighting the experiences and challenges of students with disabilities within Bangladesh's higher education landscape.

October 4, 2024
October 4, 2024

BRACU alumni-led startup redefining possibilities underwater

The goal of DuboTech is to make life efficient, safer, and easier, especially when it concerns underwater research and other industrial purposes.

May 6, 2024
May 6, 2024

Mongol-Tori Phoenix: BRAC University’s next-generation Mars rover

Mongol-Tori’s Phoenix, a next-generation Mars rover from BRAC University (BRACU), has secured a spot in the finals of the University Rover Challenge (URC) 2024.

March 27, 2024
March 27, 2024

BRAC University community raises BDT 2 lakh for orphanages, underprivileged, and university staff

A group of students from BRAC University, with support from faculty members and alumni, took the initiative of creating a positive impact on society through multiple campaigns aimed towards orphanages, underprivileged people near campus, and the BRAC University staff.