women

The language of oppression against women

In countless homes across this region and beyond, patriarchy does not always arrive with fists raised.

Time to recognise women's contribution in agriculture

Explore the challenges women face in agriculture and the urgent need for equal opportunities.

#Perspective / The awkward reality of lingerie shopping in Dhaka

As women, we have all been there — the ordeal that is lingerie shopping; wrapped in layers of discomfort, embarrassment, and sometimes downright frustration.

16 Days of Activism / On invisibilised violence

In classic Bengali fiction, the kitchen is a central site for conflict and community bonding.

Unveiling the goddess within

Durga Puja celebrates Goddess Durga, highlighting her strength, courage, and compassion. These divine traits are present in every woman, empowering them to face challenges and embrace their inner goddess during the festival and beyond.

How our RMG industry empowered women

The RMG industry has provided lakhs of women, with their first formal employment opportunities.

5 menstruation hygiene reminders

On average, the menstrual cycle lasts about a week. In a lifetime, a woman menstruates for about seven years. People would assume we should get used to our regular monthly visitors by the first few years. No matter how uncomfortable these customary visits are, we must remember to properly care for our menstrual hygiene.

Junior women's hockey team secure maiden Asia Cup berth

Bangladesh have booked a place in Women’s Junior Asia Cup Hockey for the first time following a 10-1 win against Indonesia in the Women’s Under-21 AHF Cup today.

Women still lag in mobile ownership, internet adoption

Women in Bangladesh are lagging behind men in both mobile ownership and mobile internet adoption, with gender gaps of 20 percent and 40 percent respectively, representing a significant disparity in digital access, according to a global report.

March 7, 2022
March 7, 2022

30 inspiring icons of women's empowerment

There are leaders and then there are icons who serve as inspiration. The following list contains just some of the names that motivate us to achieve our very best. These women serve as ideal role models for the future generation, irrespective of gender differences.

February 12, 2022
February 12, 2022

Top 5 romantic Valentine’s Day gifts for your special lady

Are you in a common dilemma that involves gifting your special one something out of the box for the day of love? If yes, this is the article you need to give your attention to.

December 16, 2021
December 16, 2021

Menstruating for the first time

People who never get prior education always end up panicking.

December 2, 2021
December 2, 2021

Women who travel

Doubts, risks, and the joy in exploration.

November 21, 2021
November 21, 2021

Bachao: App to prevent sexual assault and rape

The Bachao App was created to help prevent rape, a crime that remains to be constantly on the rise. The Bachao app is an excellent initiative to fulfil this purpose. We should all contribute by registering as volunteer so that if the time comes, we can save someone from something horrible.

June 17, 2021
June 17, 2021

A Case for Eco-Friendly Menstrual Products

Safer, more hygienic, sustainable, and reusable.

August 29, 2019
August 29, 2019

How to be supportive to a friend on her period

Women have to face lots of problems growing up. Men can help.

October 18, 2017
October 18, 2017

Dhaka seventh worst megacity for women

Dhaka has been ranked the seventh worst megacity for women in an international perception poll, conducted by Thomson Reuters

May 16, 2017
May 16, 2017

India women Sharma, Raut set record 320-run stand

India's Deepti Sharma and Punam Raut smashed centuries against Ireland and combined in a stand of 320 runs to record the highest partnership in a women's one-day international on Monday.

May 16, 2017
May 16, 2017

Women's NCL kicks off today

The 8th Women's National Cricket League begins today in Bogra and Rajshahi.