Saudia Afrin

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

Lessons for Global South as a sinking Indonesian island sues climate polluters

The Pulau Pari case thus serves as a wake-up call for countries like Bangladesh to seek climate justice.

1m ago

Where safety never reaches

Behind the walls and the daily chaos lies a harsher reality for the marginalised communities living in Dhaka’s bursting slums.

1m ago

Women in focus

Bangladesh’s banking sector is witnessing a significant transformation as sustainable finance and green lending gain strong momentum.

2m ago

Customised care for her needs

For millions of Bangladeshi women, having a bank account was once a distant dream.

3m ago

‘The true essence of a city lies in its streets and public spaces where life unfolds organically’

A conversation with Saiqa Iqbal Meghna, internationally acclaimed architect recognised by TIME’s World’s Greatest Places, Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, BRAC University, and Director & Partner at Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

3m ago

Saving every drop: How rainwater harvesting contributes to sustainable urban living

The Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) now mandates rainwater harvesting for all new buildings constructed on plots larger than 300 square metres, marking a significant regulatory shift towards water-conscious development.

3m ago

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.

4m 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.

4m ago
September 23, 2025
September 23, 2025

Lessons for Global South as a sinking Indonesian island sues climate polluters

The Pulau Pari case thus serves as a wake-up call for countries like Bangladesh to seek climate justice.

September 20, 2025
September 20, 2025

Where safety never reaches

Behind the walls and the daily chaos lies a harsher reality for the marginalised communities living in Dhaka’s bursting slums.

August 31, 2025
August 31, 2025

Women in focus

Bangladesh’s banking sector is witnessing a significant transformation as sustainable finance and green lending gain strong momentum.

July 30, 2025
July 30, 2025

Customised care for her needs

For millions of Bangladeshi women, having a bank account was once a distant dream.

July 14, 2025
July 14, 2025

Saving every drop: How rainwater harvesting contributes to sustainable urban living

The Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) now mandates rainwater harvesting for all new buildings constructed on plots larger than 300 square metres, marking a significant regulatory shift towards water-conscious development.

July 14, 2025
July 14, 2025

‘The true essence of a city lies in its streets and public spaces where life unfolds organically’

A conversation with Saiqa Iqbal Meghna, internationally acclaimed architect recognised by TIME’s World’s Greatest Places, Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, BRAC University, and Director & Partner at Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

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.