Farhan Musfique

In-house Contributor at Tech & Startup, The Daily Star

SUST team qualifies for Rice360 Global Health Tech Design Competition

A team of students from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) has qualified for the Rice360 Global Health Technologies Design Competition. The team, named SignTalk, has been selected among the top 24 global teams to represent Bangladesh at this international competition, which will be held at the Rice University of USA this April.

2w ago

Eid tech gifts so good, they'll forget about Eidi money

This Eid, skip the crowded malls and go digital - the smartest way to gift. Digital presents deliver instantly (even last-minute), work across distances, and fit any budget without sacrificing thoughtfulness. We've got simple alternatives to help you send the perfect tech gift, from streaming subscriptions to gaming credits. These modern treats show you care while being wonderfully practical - and might just outshine traditional Eidi this year!

2w ago

Microwave ovens under BDT 30K

Whether it's quickly reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen foods, or even cooking complete meals, a good microwave oven can significantly cut down on kitchen time, making cooking very convenient. With the market flooded with options, here are some microwave ovens currently available in the local market that you can try out under the BDT 30,000 price tag.

3w ago

Five essential gears to begin your astrophotography journey

From capturing stunning shots of the Milky Way to photographing rare cosmic events, Bangladesh’s astrophotography community is growing, fuelled by curiosity and creativity. Here are five essential pieces of gear to help you embark on your own astrophotography journey.

1m ago

Bangla eBook reader apps you can try out

If you're looking for Bangla eBook reader apps to add to your reading experience, here are some free ones you can try out. All these apps are available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.

1m ago

New esports champions crowned at NSU Tech Fest

NSU Tech Fest 2025 has recently wrapped up, featuring four esports tournaments: Valorant (male), Valorant (female), EA Sports FC 25, eFootball Mobile, and the crowning of new esports champions.

1m ago

Small cars, big passion: A local diecast celebration

On February 7, 2025, Dhaka’s Riddhi Book Cafe Gallery transformed into a hub for automotive connoisseurs and history enthusiasts alike, as the Diecast Collectors of Bangladesh (DCBD) hosted its 9th annual convention, bringing together collectors, fans, and curious onlookers to celebrate the art of scale model cars. Countless diecast models—from vintage trucks to sleek modern supercars—crowded the tables, proving that big passion can come in very small packages.

2m ago

Our top picks for portable monitors

As remote work, gaming, and content creation become more popular, the demand for portable monitors is on the rise in Bangladesh. Here are our picks for five portable monitors available in the local market, combining portability with performance to help you choose the best one for your needs. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

2m ago
December 15, 2024
December 15, 2024

Mid-range smartphones under 50K: our picks

To help you in your search for a brand new smartphone under the affordable BDT 50,000 price tag, check out our list below. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

November 27, 2024
November 27, 2024

Room heaters for this winter: our recommendations

As winter approaches and forecasts predict an especially cold season this year, room heaters have become essential in Bangladesh for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment. To help you make an informed decision, here are our top picks for room heaters to keep your home cosy this upcoming winter. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

November 7, 2024
November 7, 2024

Bangladeshi photographer captures stunning nebulae with self-made telescope

Astrophotographer Zubuyer Kaolin captures a stunning Orion Nebula image with a self-built telescope

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

"Country's biggest" mobile esports tournament crowns new champions

Deemed the "biggest mobile esports tournament in Bangladesh", D1 Mobile Mania 2024 had a total prize pool of BDT 30 lakh, with over 1,700 local esports players and over 250 local esports teams competing in Call Of Duty: Mobile (CODM), Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB), and eFootball 2024.

May 12, 2024
May 12, 2024

'Crisis Requital' wins MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3

Crisis Requital, an esports team from Bangladesh, won the finals of MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3, the official Bangladeshi tournament for the mobile game 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang'.

May 11, 2024
May 11, 2024

Two Bangladeshi teams qualify for MLBB World Cup South Asia

Two Bangladeshi esports teams, CMF Kral’s Council and MLT Crisis Requital, have reached the finals of the MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3, the official Bangladeshi tournament for the mobile game 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang'. Subsequently, by reaching the finals, both teams have qualified for the South Asian round of the MLBB World Cup, to be held later this year. 

April 18, 2024
April 18, 2024

Prionty wins PUBG Creative Vision Award as first Bangladeshi

Samia Hossain Prionty, a sixteen-year-old PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) player from Bangladesh, has recently won the Silver award in the annual 'Creative Vision Award' segment of PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2023. The creative work that she submitted for the contest was an in-game firearm design for PUBG Mobile, named 'Pixel Glitch' for the UMP45 gun, a weapon from the game.

April 7, 2024
April 7, 2024

Bangladeshi all-female Valorant teams qualify for international tournament

Two all-female Valorant teams from Bangladesh, Team Hexagon and Team Celestials, have secured qualification for the South Asian round of the VCT Game Changers tournament, an esports event officially hosted by Riot Games, the maker of Valorant.

February 10, 2024
February 10, 2024

A peek inside Hasibul's journey of community-driven freshwater conservation

Hasibul’s project focuses on revitalising Dhaka’s Banani Lake and the Korail slum in Dhaka through a community-driven freshwater conservation effort. In an exclusive interview, we dive into Hasibul's journey so far, details about his externship, and the passions that drive him to save the environment in this rapidly changing modern world.

February 4, 2024
February 4, 2024

Second edition of Women Valorant Championship finds its Champions

The grand finals of the second edition of eBlaze Women Series Valorant Championship 2024, hosted by EMK Center, has just wrapped up. Last year's winners, team 'Morposix Celestials', clinched the championship this year as well by defeating team 'Hellbent Caraxes' with a score of 2-1 in the final game.