Dhaka – Despite a strong campaign over the last few years against keeping hilsa on Pahela Baishakh’s morning menu as an ‘artificial’ culture, the demand for the delicious fish among city dwellers looks still very high this year too, pushing…
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IGP asks police to ensure smooth Baishakh celebration
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr Javed Patwari on Tuesday ordered the police force to perform their duties professionally so that people can celebrate ‘Pahela Baishakh’ in a festive manner.
Gardeners want Dhaka homes turn green
Dhaka, March 23 – The need for spreading the message of raising suitable gardens at all buildings and homesteads of Dhaka city was emphasised at a meeting of roof gardeners at the National Press Club on Friday.
Japan moves to end child marriage
Heather Barr Bill Would Make 18 Minimum Marriage Age for Women and Men In the global push to end child marriage, Japan looks set to join the movement.
Real dev not possible without democracy, says BNP
Dhaka, Mar 21 – BNP’s senior leader Moudud Ahmed on Wednesday said the ‘developing country’ title for Bangladesh is pointless as it now lacks democracy.
Dhaka more expensive than many South Asian cities: EIU
Dhaka,Mar 16-Dhaka has become cheaper than 12 months ago as it has fallen 10 places in rankings on the Worldwide Cost of Living Index 2018.But the Bangladesh capital is still the 72nd most expensive city relative to others, and more…
Florida Senate passes bill to put restrictions on gun sales
Tallahassee, Mar 6 (AP/UNB) — In response to a deadly Florida school shooting last month, the state’s Senate narrowly passed a bill Monday that would create new restrictions on rifle sales and allow some teachers to carry guns in schools.
The hidden cost of jewelry
Human Rights in Supply Chains and the Responsibility of Jewelry Companies Jewelry and watches denote wealth and status, as well as artistry, beauty, and love. Gold and diamond jewelry in particular are frequently purchased as gifts for loved ones and…
Occupation and genocide disguised as “discovery”
By Jerome Duval “We have been told, and still are, that it was the pilgrims of the Mayflower that populated America. Had it been empty before?” Eduardo Galeano. “What was really discovered [in 1492] is what Spain really was, the…
Hindus celebrate Holi Festival of colours
Hundreds of Hindu community members today celebrated Holi, a religious festival of colours, across the country with much enthusiasm and religious fervor.
Where our gold and diamonds come from
How many people know where their gold and diamond jewelry comes from?How many people consider the human cost of its production?Not many consumers ask these questions, and, shockingly, neither do many of the world’s leading jewelry brands.It’s a trend that…
A new dawn for South Africa
By Mia Swart Doha, Qatar, Feb 22 (IPS) – In the post-Apartheid era, it is safe to say that Jacob Zuma has become the most reviled public figure in South Africa. Zuma was essentially discredited even before he became president…
Vision 2030 & the political costs of Saudi reforms – Part 2
By Adel Abdel Ghafar Doha, Qatar, Feb 20 (IPS) – A pillar of the Saudi social contract has been the allocation of oil rents to the population in exchange for loyalty and fidelity to the Saud clan. A key weakness…
Thai chef Nuttaput brings culinary experience to Amari Dhaka
Dhaka, February – If your Thai food cravings are acting up lately then Amari Dhaka is the place to visit. Last week Chef Nuttaput Phiwluang, an experienced Thai culinary pundit joined Amari Dhaka to enhance the already expansive Thai section.…
Pahela Falgun celebrated across Bangladesh
Dhaka, Feb 13 – The Jatiya Basanta Utsab Udjapan Parishad organised a cultural programme in Dhaka early Tuesday morning marking the srart of Pahela Falgun celebration. It was foillowed by a colourful procession, programmes of dance and songs which ended…
An effortless way to improve your memory
A surprisingly potent technique can boost your short and long-term recall – and it appears to help everyone from students to Alzheimer’s patients. By David Robson When trying to memorise new material, it’s easy to assume that the more work…
US teacher dies after opting out of ‘costly’ flu medicine
A US school teacher has died from flu complications after deciding to forgo anti-viral medication because it “costs too much”, her husband tells US media.
Unique healthcare initiative for journos in Assam
By Nava Thakuria Guwahati, Feb 12 – A unique weekly healthcare initiative has been taken up by a press club in northeast India, where practicing physicians are being invited to the club premises for preliminary free health screening and ensuing…
Falgun is back
Dhaka, Feb 12 – While the flower markets of the country are abuzz with supplies, people are all set to welcome the first day of Spring with the Bengali month of Falgun in a colorful way on Tuesaday.
Investcorp to fit out some Saudi gyms for women
Bahrain-based private equity firm Investcorp is turning some of the gyms it part owns in Saudi Arabia into women-only facilities in response to surging demand, its co-chief executive said. The move comes as the deeply conservative kingdom embarks on a…
Traditional cultural centres planned in capital Dhaka
Dhaka, Jan 26 – Two cultural centres will be built in city’s Uttara and Mirpur area to spread the practice of cultural activities throughout the city.
Wealth concentration continues to increase
By Anis Chowdhury and Jomo Kwame Sundaram Sydney and Kuala Lumpur, Jan 23 (IPS) – As the ‘masters of the universe’ gather for their annual retreat at Davos, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has just published its Inclusive Development Index…
‘Cha Chakra: Tea Tales of Bangladesh’ show begins at AF, Dhaka
The solo photography exhibition titled “Cha Chakra: Tea Tales of Bangladesh” by Faiham Ebna Sharif has begun at La Galerie, . Alliance Française de Dhaka. The inaugural ceremony of this exhibition was held on Friday, 19 January .
Tourism should be regulated, before it is too late…
By Roberto Savio Rome, Jan 8 (IPS) – This year, we will have 3 million tourists each day wandering the world. This massive phenomenon is without precedent in human history and is happening (as usual), with only one consideration in…
Gays marry in midnight wedding ceremonies across Australia
Canberra, Jan 9 (AP/UNB) — Same-sex couples married in midnight ceremonies across Australia on Tuesday after the country’s last legal impediment to gay marriage expired.
The political responsibility in the collapse of our planet
By Roberto Savio Rome, (IPS) – On 20 December, Europe’s 28 Ministers of Environment met in Brussels, to discuss the plan for reducing emissions prepared by the Commission, to comply with the Paris Agreement on climate change. Well, it is…
Critical Issues to Watch in 2018
By Martin Khor Penang, Malaysia, Jan 2 2018 (IPS) – Another new year has dawned, and on a world facing serious disruption on many fronts. What are the trends and issues to watch out for in 2018?
Shilpakala hosts instrumental music fest
Dhaka, Jan 1 – A 10-day National Instrumental Music Festival began on Monday at the Nandan Mancha of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).
New Year’s Eve party in Berlin to have ‘safe zone’ for women
Organisers of Berlin’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are to set up a “safe zone” for women for the first time. The new security measures planned for the Brandenburg Gate party come amid concerns about sexual assaults. A large number of…
Corporal punishment doesn’t work: Time for change
“We are saying that (corporal punishment) is a horrible thing that does not work” – Professor of Psychology Alan Kazdin, Ph.D., Child Psychiatry at Yale University Sir Frank Peters Seemingly, it’s hard for some school ‘teachers’ to imagine or appreciate…