The family members, who gathered at the port, were elated to their loved ones return home about a month after the ship was released by Somali pirates
The US dollar rate hikes will fuel steel raw material cost, they said at Bangladesh International Trade Summit
Due to lack of coordinated and coherent measures, inflation continues to rise, notwithstanding the abolition of the interest rate cap since July 2023.
The Bangladesh team will be leaving for the USA on Wednesday. The Tigers will play a three-match T20 series against the USA starting on May 21 before beginning their T20 World Cup campaign.
The governments of Bangladesh, Bulgaria and Japan, together with UNFPA, are set to host a two-day event titled, "ICPD30 Global Dialogue on Demographic Diversity and Sustainable Development", in Dhaka tomorrow morning
Allocations for health and education must be improved
Studying public policy and governance is about making a meaningful difference in your life and the lives of others.
Accountability remains an illusion when it comes to patients’ death from hospital mismanagement and medical negligence.
The bank will support 3,500 MSMEs and women-led businesses in Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s chairman of the selection committee Gazi Ashraf Lipu said star bowler Taskin Ahmed’s inclusion in the 15-member T20 World Cup squad was based on his tentative recovery ‘at some point’ in the major tournament.
Kings are now aiming to win a treble -- a feat only achieved by Sheikh Russell in the 2012-13 season.
Pathirana hurt his hamstring during a stint with the Chennai Super Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League and was sent home to Sri Lanka to recover ahead of the start of the T20 World Cup on June 1.
Two students of Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) were allegedly assaulted by a contractor on the campus yesterday for taking pictures of felled trees.
A local influential syndicate has long been illegally extracting sand from the New Dhaleswari river, a tributary of Jamuna, in the Kurshabenu area of Tangail's Kaihati upazila
The government today filed a petition with the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, seeking stay on the High Court verdict that ordered the authorities concerned to move the prisoners, sentenced to death, to ordinary cells of jails from condemned cells
The metro railway authority is yet to decide whether to run metro trains on Fridays
Rapid Action Battalion has arrested seven suspected robbers in separate drives in Gazipur and Dhaka last night
Mrinal Sen, a pioneering figure of Indian cinema, continues to inspire artistic representation of social consciousness. Born on May 14, 1923, in Faridpur, his journey as a filmmaker traversed tumultuous socio-political landscapes. Through the composition of his illustrious career, he distinguished himself as a filmmaker of unparalleled vision and courage, particularly because his works transcended mere entertainment to embody profound social commentary.
Recently, he starred alongside the esteemed actress Shabnur in the upcoming movie "Rongona", helmed by Arafat. The actor reflects, "Shabnur is my dream actress, and collaborating with her in a movie is the fulfilment of a long-held aspiration. She's not only my favourite actress but also a significant milestone in my career."
A biopic chronicling the life of the revolutionary poet Kazi Nazrul Islam has received official approval in Kolkata’s film industry. The avant-garde project will be helmed by director Abdul Alim, with actor Kinjal Nanda slated to take on the mantle of the titular character of Nazrul on screen.
In the chaos of the city streets, I witnessed an unexpected scene that warmed my heart. While hopping into a CNG for my daily commute, I couldn't help but notice something out of the ordinary — a colourful bird nestled on the driver's shoulder, affectionately named Mona by the driver.
Circular fashion, which promotes the reuse, recycling, and extended lifecycle of clothing is central to reducing the fashion industry's environmental impact. Starlet Style Studio not only exemplifies this sustainable model but also makes high fashion affordable and accessible.
Decorating office spaces can be tricky and the task gets even harder when it comes to the office of the head of the company. While most corporate offices are somewhat mundane, with the right décor and furniture they can be a cosy place too.
Navigating motherhood amidst academics poses immense challenges, demanding resilience and support.
In conversation with Poushi Razzaque, a young stand-up comedian.
Education minister sends letter to public administration ministry
Infinix has made a notable entry into the mid-range smartphone market with its latest release, the Infinix Note 40 Pro
Uber and Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) have recently partnered to enhance awareness regarding road safety. As per a press release, Uber will support the regulatory body’s ongoing campaign and enforcement drive on vehicles for overspeeding through their app.
Oppo has recently launched their latest smartphone, A60, in Bangladesh. The phone features a 7.68 mm design, 5000 mAh battery, and 45 W SUPERVOOC charging support.
Find out more on today's Star Explains
The name of the route is "Game". It may sound like a video game. However, it's the name of a house where trafficking victims are gathered before starting a boat journey in the Mediterranean Sea
The Bangladeshi ship MV Abdullah, which was released by Somali pirates on April 14, has reached Kutubdia anchorage in Cox's Bazar
An investigation has been initiated against a Detective Branch (DB) officer for allegedly aiming a pistol at the wife of a suspect during an operation in Brahmanbaria
Find out more on today's Star Newsbytes
Mild heatwave is sweeping the central, northern, northeastern and southeastern parts of the country and it may continue, the Met office said today
A 72-year-old farmer was killed by a herd of wild elephants in Haluaghat upazila of Mymensingh early today
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicted rain in seven divisions of the country in the 24 hours from 9:00am today
Dhaka has ranked 4th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 158 at 9:05am this morning
River levels rose again Sunday as strong rains lashed waterlogged southern Brazil, where flooding has killed 145 people and forced hundreds of thousands from their homes
Aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 70.6 percent, Dhaka north and south city corporations have initiated first-ever Climate Action Plans towards 2050.
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) forecasts rain or thundershowers for Dhaka, Rangpur, and five other divisions starting from 9:00am today, continuing over the next 24 hours
Just last week, two AI-generated deepfake videos of Bollywood stars criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is seeking a rare third term, and asking people to vote for the opposition Congress went viral, drawing half a million views.
The two videos have been viewed on social media more than half a million times since last week, a Reuters review shows.
More claims suggesting the remark came from Mossad spread across X and TikTok.
European Parliament elections will take place June 6-9. Its 720 lawmakers, together with EU governments, pass new EU policies and laws.
In today’s digital age, the spread of misinformation and disinformation has arisen as a major challenge to global democracy.
The explosive success of text generator ChatGPT spurred a global artificial intelligence revolution but also triggered warnings that such tools could flood the internet with disinformation and sway voters.
On the day of the National Election 2024, a fabricated video surfaced on Facebook featuring Nahid Niger, an independent candidate for the Gaibandha-1 seat, announcing her withdrawal from the election. Subsequent verification by Dismislab, an online platform specialising in media research and verification, confirmed that the video was a product of AI-based deepfake technology.
Uncover the sources and intentions behind these circulating rumors.