Life Style

Before heading out in the morning, skincare has become an important part of many people’s everyday routine. Along with face wash, toner, moisturizer and serum, sunscreen has also become a regular part of daily skincare. However, when choosing a sunscreen, one of the first things that catches our attention is its SPF (Sun Protection Factor) number. There are many questions ...

Ingredients: • Coconut: 1 whole • Jaggery or Sugar: 1 cup • Cardamom & Cinnamon: 2-3 pieces each • Powdered Milk: 2 tbsp • Puffed Rice Powder: ½ cup Method: 1. Grate and Marinate: First, grate the coconut. In a bowl, mix the grated coconut, jaggery (or sugar), cardamom, and cinnamon thoroughly with your hands. Set the mixture aside to ...

With Durga Puja approaching soon, leading fashion and lifestyle brand Le Reve has launched its exclusive Puja Collection 2026, inspired by the joy, colours, traditions, and spirit of togetherness surrounding the celebration. Commenting on the collection, Le Reve CEO Monnujan Nargis said, “Durga Puja is one of the largest religious festivals in Bangladesh and a celebration of peace, harmony, and ...

As Durga Puja approaches, a beautifully designed backdrop can transform an ordinary corner of your home into an elegant space for worship, family gatherings, and photographs. While originally used in theaters, backdrops are now a popular home decoration choice to add color and charm while easily concealing unwanted backgrounds. Backdrops come in diverse materials, from fabrics like muslin, velvet, and ...

Durga Puja in the United States has grown from small community gatherings into a vibrant celebration of Bengali heritage. In 1970, Bengali immigrants gathered at Columbia University in New York to celebrate the festival under the East Coast Durga Puja Association, laying the foundation for a lasting tradition. Over the following decades, Bengali organizations emerged across America. Pragati in Philadelphia ...

The 2026 China Jingdezhen International Ceramic Expo opened on Sunday in Jingdezhen, a city in east China’s Jiangxi Province known as the “porcelain capital”, drawing more than 1,000 professional buyers from home and abroad. The five-day event showcases various aspects of the ceramic industry, covering the entire industrial chain, domestic and international markets, and the application of digital technology across ...

Historically, in the Indian subcontinent, bangles are not just an ornament but a prominent symbol of fashion, beauty, aesthetics, trends, serendipity, and the region’s rich cultural heritage. They serve as a living bridge for stories passed down through generations. Whether for brides’ makeovers, any festive occasions or daily wear, bangles are an indispensable accessory. From the softer, rhythmic tune of ...

Sixty artists have come together to portray the many dimensions of Goddess Durga through their individual artistic perspectives at a four-day exhibition titled Shilpir Chokhe Durga (Durga Through the Eyes of Artists) at Gallery Chitrak in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. Organised by Shakti Shilpajatra in association with Bishwo Rang, the exhibition was formally inaugurated on October 9, bringing together artists, cultural personalities ...

Here is a simple, practical recipe that I trust will be useful to many who don’t have the time for lengthy kitchen preparations. Boil the spaghetti as usual, drain it, and toss it with a little butter and parmesan. Then, for four, take a spoonful of meat extract and dissolve it in a small saucepan with just a few drops ...

Nothing can compare to the legend that was Dolly Parton. She’s still the record holder for the most number-one hits by a female country artist (25), as well as the record holder for the most top 10 country albums on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart (a whopping 41). In her own right, Parton was a pop-culture icon who has ...