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Khagrachhari violence: 3 dead, 4 sent to CMCH 'with bullet wounds'
Three indigenous people died of their injuries at a hospital in Khagrachhari yesterday and early today, hours after arson attacks and violence in the district
NRBs gathered in New Jersey showed eagerness to assist in the journey of the new Bangladesh forward.
Incidents of mob lynching spiked with 21 people beaten to death over the last 38 days, raising public safety concerns.
Additional DIG Mashiur Rahman arrested in Dhaka
Additional Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of police Mashiur Rahman was arrested from Dhaka yesterday.
Savagery at DU: They beat him, fed him, then killed him
Tofazzal Hossain was a familiar face to many resident students of Dhaka University. He would often wander about the campus, dorms, and gladly eat if somebody offered him food.
Hasan becomes first Bangladesh bowler to pick five-for in India Tests
Hasan eclipsed the figures of four for 108 by pacer Abu Jahed Rahi, registered during a Test in Indore in 2019.
Kolkata rape, murder: West Bengal doctors 'partially' withdraw strike
West Bengal’s striking junior doctors have announced they will "partially" withdraw their cease work agitation and rejoin emergency and essential services at state-run hospitals from tomorrow
Bangladesh not exporting hilsa to India this year
Bangladesh will not export hilsa fish to India on the occasion of Durga Puja in October, according to a top commerce ministry official, discontinuing a long-standing tradition of the country as a “goodwill gesture” to its neighbour.
Harris and Oprah hold star-studded US election rally
Kamala Harris held a star-studded rally hosted by talk show legend Oprah Winfrey on Thursday in a bid to bedazzle voters, as rival Donald Trump criticized Jewish Americans for not voting for him
Govt to seek extradition of Hasina
Prosecutors of the International Crimes Tribunal have already been appointed and the authorities have made other visible progress for the trial of the ones accused of crimes against humanity during the July students protest
Carrying out reforms: Commissions to file reports by December 31
The reform commissions declared by the interim government will start work on October 1 and submit their reports by December 31, said Asif Nazrul, the law adviser.
The Tigers started the second day with authority, bundling India out for 376.
Hasan earns Chepauk’s admiration through simplicity
When he arrived in Chennai for the first Test against India yesterday, Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud’s Test career was three matches old. From an unknown entity to earning the appreciation of the proud cricket-loving fans of Chennai, Hasan has certainly created a mini ripple.
Chess Olympiad: Women's team secure another big win
Bangladesh jumped 12 places to secure the 28th position
Tyre makers gear up to fill void left by Gazi
Tyre makers in Bangladesh are ramping up production in a bid to expand their market share by catering to a potential supply shortage that may arise from the recent destruction of the Gazi Tyres factory in Rupganj upazila of Narayanganj.
BNP forms six panels for reforms
The BNP has formed six committees to formulate the party’s reform proposals in line with its 31-point outline aimed at reforming the constitution and state system and ensuring economic emancipation, said party sources.
Opinion
US delegation visit: A new chapter in Bangladesh-US relations?
The symbolic value of the visit and its timing cannot be overemphasised, this being the first such visit since the change of guards in Dhaka on August 5.
This madness will be our undoing
Incidents of mob justice in universities deeply troubling
Business
WB to provide $2.3b this fiscal year
The World Bank (WB) will provide Bangladesh with $2.3 billion in the current fiscal year (2024-25) to facilitate reforms in the country’s financial sector and its economic recovery from recent floods.
A leader is as good as his team
Sports
New Champions League format forces clubs to win, says Simeone
The European top-flight has switched from a group stage to a league phase where 36 teams play eight matches each, with the top eight in the table progressing directly to the next round, while the next 16 teams enter a two-legged playoff.
U-17s aim to overcome India challenge
win against India would all but secure Bangladesh's place in the semifinals from Group A, which also includes Maldives.
Sports adviser stresses on change in constitution of sports bodies
In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan, the Adviser for Youth and Sports to the Interim Government, has pointed out several issues he has had to encounter since being sworn in for the role on August 8. Asif explained his take on the current issues and the solutions he intends to provide. He said that the constitutions upon which the sports federations operate need to change to establish democratic practices and create a culture where accountability is paramount.
News
Yunus to leave for NY on Sept 24
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus is set to leave Dhaka for New York to attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 24.
Try some nature in your background to fight Zoom fatigue
Feel drained after a long video call? Your tiredness could be partly linked to the background on your screen, according to a study published yesterday which suggested trying an image depicting nature.
PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES / UNGA demands Israel ends occupation
UN member states voted Wednesday to formally demand an end to the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within 12 months and the imposition of sanctions for non-compliance.
Lebanon PAGER ATTACKS / Israel’s Unit 8200 in spotlight
The mass pager attack against Hezbollah in Lebanon has turned the spotlight on Israel’s secretive Unit 8200, the Israel Defense Forces’ intelligence unit, which a Western security source said was involved in planning the operation.
‘Completely unwarranted’
A US court’s summons to the Indian government over Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s civil suit, alleging a plot to murder him, was “completely unwarranted”, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said.
Shokher Bazar: a collector’s treasure trove
The world of collectables is vast and varied. For many, collecting stamps, coins, banknotes, matchboxes, historical memorabilia, etc. is an ongoing dialogue with the past. To cater to the needs of...
A Buriganga painting from 1861
One such painting was created in the year 1861, by Frederick William Alexander de Fabeck, a doctor who served as an assistant surgeon in Bengal during the British colonial era. Today (15 September)...
Entertainment
‘We want real change’: Tariq Anam Khan on Actors’ Equity reform
With over five decades of experience in stage, television, and film, Tariq Anam Khan has long been a pillar of Bangladesh’s entertainment industry. Now, he's stepping into a new role—at the forefront of a movement demanding reform within Actors' Equity Bangladesh.
Bangladesh Betar plans to reintroduce Urdu programming
Officials of Bangladesh Betar, the country's oldest electronic mass media outlet, gathered to explore the possibility of reinstating its Urdu service. A representative from Betar confirmed that the meeting occurred last Thursday.
Salman Shah's legacy lives on, his light unfading
Today would have marked the 53rd birth anniversary of one of Bangladesh's most beloved actors, Salman Shah. Had he been alive, Salman would have turned 53, and the celebrations would likely have been spectacular.
Life & Living
#Perspective / Roasting 101: Why Bangladeshis are loving this bold new comedy trend
The echo of laughter through a crowded room after a sharp comedic jab is becoming increasingly common in Bangladesh, where joking about political figures once might have attracted “unwanted attention.”
#Decor / Modern minimalism: Because who needs clutter in the dining room?
Ancient minimalism focused on living with fewer possessions and distractions. Modern minimalism goes beyond that. It is about making the most out of what you have, spiritually and also materialistically.
#Perspective / Radio’s last stand: Can FM survive in a digital world?
Like many traditional media, FM radio has struggled to maintain its once-strong relevance in the face of rapid digitalisation, changing listener habits, and the rise of online streaming platforms.
Youth
Murder at DU and JU: Must we emulate what we dismantled?
Destroying a regime is one thing; ensuring that its legacy doesn't infect the future is another.
The end of conventional student politics and the systems that are replacing them
We asked around campuses of different universities and tried to find out why student politics failed, how it became a tool for violence, and what are the systems replacing them.
MIST’s Saraf Nawer wins world's largest student architecture competition
MIST's Saraf Nawer wins Inspireli Awards 2024 in architecture.
Tech & Startup
Why have pagers become relevant?
Recently, pagers have reached the headlines around the globe as hundreds of pagers used by Hezbollah members exploded across Lebanon, killing at least nine people and wounding around 2,800 in blasts.
Earth to get a temporary 'mini-moon' from September 29
Starting September 29, Earth will welcome a new celestial neighbour: a 'mini-moon' named 2024 PT5. This small asteroid, roughly 10 meters (32 feet) in diameter, is expected to loop around our planet until November 25 before breaking free from its gravitational embrace.
Google wins EU antitrust case, overturns $1.7 bln fine
Google secured a victory on Wednesday by overturning a 1.49 billion euro ($1.7 billion) antitrust fine imposed by the European Union (EU).
Star Multimedia
Female garment worker killed as two groups clash in Ashulia
A female garment worker was killed and at least eight others were injured in a clash between two groups of workers in Zirabo area of Ashulia today
India should no longer become the main factor in Bangladesh-US relations: Samsuddoja Sazen
Why is the US delegation's visit to Bangladesh so important for us?
What needs to be done to stop corruption in government recruitment
What kind of reforms are needed in the sector run by public servants, and how is that possible?
Bangabandhu-1 satellite worth Tk 1,000 crore a 'white elephant' for country
The loss to the government may be more than Tk 1,500 crore
3km embankment breach in Feni, flood feared again
Due to the forecast of floods, the common people are in fear of floods almost every night
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Environment
No honking in airport areas starting October 1
CAAB announced a plan to make the airport and surrounding areas noise-free. This initiative will cover a 3km stretch from Le Méridien Hotel to Scholastica School, prohibiting the use of vehicle horns.
Volunteers start cleaning canals in Barishal city
Volunteers have started cleaning the canals flowing through Barishal city from this morning
No permit for new brick kilns; 3,491 illegal ones to be shut down: environment adviser
She also emphasised strict action against corruption within the Department of Environment
Rain likely across country, heatwave in some parts
A mild heatwave is currently sweeping through the Rangpur, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions, as well as the districts of Tangail, Kishoreganj, and Naogaon, which may persist
Drives against polythene bags start Nov 1: Rizwana
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan yesterday said the government will strictly enforce the ban on production, storage, transportation, marketing, and use of polythene and polypropylene shopping bags.
4 cases filed for razing 18,000cft of hills in Chattogram
Four cases have been filed over razing a total of 18,000 cubic feet of several hills in Latifpur area in Chattogram’s Sitakunda upazila yesterday
August floods wreaked destruction of over Tk 14,000 crore
Earlier, the adviser held a meeting with 40 secretaries of all key ministries and divisions to discuss post-flood rehabilitation efforts
Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in major parts of country: BMD
Thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected across much of the country, according to BMD's latest weather bulletin today
