Through this movement, the people of Bangladesh expressed their protest using a language shaped by long-standing discontent.
A high-level technical probe committee will be formed to assess the matter, says M Sakhawat Hossain
Everything Jamaat is saying now is intended to sabotage the election, he says
The programme kicked off around 5:00pm on Sunday with the chanting of slogans and speeches by local leaders and activists
At least two high-value UK properties were sold in the past year -- one linked to Sayem Sobhan Anvir and one to Anisuzzaman Chowdhury Ronny.
Hundreds of vehicles, including heavy ones, travel along the road daily
They are Justice Md Rezaul Haque and Justice Farah Mahbub
Type 1 diabetes mellitus involves loss of insulin production due to autoimmune destruction of pancreatic islet cells. In the lab, researchers can coax embryonic stem cells to develop into functional islet cells. If these islet cells can be transplanted successfully and safely into people, it would represent a breakthrough for diabetes treatment.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named England as hosts for the ICC World Test Championship final for the next three editions after its annual conference in Singapore held on Sunday.
He also announced that the party would establish a fund to rehabilitate those killed or injured during the July-August uprising
The arrestees were brought to Pirojpur due to a lack of space in Gopalganj District Jail
The court passed the order after six gazette notifications, summoning all the accused to appear before it today, were placed before the court
They expressed their disappointment at a Prothom Alo discussion
Frustrated locals fix issues themselves with funds from expatriates
Litton Das won his first toss after assuming the responsibility of captain of Bangladesh's T20 side as the Tigers opted to bowl first in the first match of the three-match series against Pakistan at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur on Sunday.
The consequences of mob rule are not only social and political, they are also profoundly economic.
A citizen petition system would allow for opposition views and alternative ideas to be aired, not suppressed.
Bida, Beza officials and bankers from HSBC, StanChart and Citi are in the delegation
Fresh off clinching their maiden T20I series over Sri Lanka, Bangladesh will be looking to continue their winning momentum in the shortest format when they take on Pakistan in the first T20I of the three-match series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur today.
Manchester United have plenty to improve on and need more pace in their midfield, manager Ruben Amorim said after the Premier League side began their pre-season preparations with a goalless draw against Leeds United.
This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
He was 17-year-old at the time of his detention last year
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today inaugurated the "Army Headquarters Selection Board-2025" at the Army Headquarters in the capital
It said the tsunami alert zone applied for coastal areas within a radius of 300 kilometres (186 miles) of the epicentre
NCP to hold rally at Ctg's Biplob Udyan at 6pm
A BCL activist was arrested while trying to torch a bus in Shyampur, police say
When you’re on the streets of Dhaka, perhaps idly sitting in the backseat of a vehicle, if you take a minute to stop doom-scrolling and stare out through the windows, you will more than likely see...
The latest go-to place in Dhaka is “At the Table”, a food court at the crossroads of Moghbazar Mor and Eskaton, towards Bangla Motor. This intersection is one of the most chaotic and busiest in the...
An anthropos' wish embedded in a sculptural form, shaped by soil, emerging from the void inside a mold: this is what meets the eye at Murshed Jahangir’s exhibition “I Wish to Be Here.”
Renowned sculptor and painter Hamiduzzaman Khan, whose work etched the spirit of Bangladesh’s Liberation War into the nation’s public memory, has died. He was 79.
Billie Eilish has teased an upcoming 3D collaboration with legendary filmmaker James Cameron, known for “Titanic”, “Avatar”, and "The Terminator”.
The Anarkali is a timeless garment blending heritage, elegance, and sustainability. With flowing silhouettes and intricate craftsmanship, it transcends trends, embodying slow fashion and cultural pride — making it a must-have in every modern wardrobe.
Horse riding is gaining momentum in Dhaka, evolving from a niche hobby to a therapeutic sport and lifestyle. With growing interest, local riding schools are building a vibrant equestrian culture despite urban challenges.
Bait-ur-Rayaan Mosque in Madaripur wins the DNA Paris Award 2025 for its minimalist Islamic architecture, human-centred design, and spiritual ambiance, showcasing Bangladesh’s global impact in contemporary mosque design and sustainable public architecture.
With cutthroat global competition and a lack of streamlined infrastructure locally, students often find themselves questioning where to go and whether their degrees are even worth it.
Do your parents see you as individuals with your own choices, or do they see you as extensions of themselves?
Are the glory days of BookTok coming to an end?
An alarming trend has emerged across nations of the Global South, where increasing state surveillance and draconian legislation are systematically eroding democratic values.
US President Donald Trump has recently signed a law to regulate stablecoins, cryptocurrencies pegged to the US dollar, in a move that could push them into everyday use for payments in the US.
Microsoft is expanding the capabilities of its AI assistant, Copilot, with a feature called Copilot Vision, allowing the tool to see and interpret everything on a user’s screen.
Find out the answer on today's Star Explains
A gun magazine was found in Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan's bag during a recent search at the airport.
On June 26, 2000, Bangladesh became the 10th nation to gain Test status from the ICC -- a historic milestone that sparked hope and pride across the country.
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In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star on Thursday afternoon, Ishraque talked about some of the issues regarding the legality of the mayoral post, his stance over the matter, his current strife with the government, and the ongoing situation surrounding the Nagar Bhaban
There is no waterlogging this year, says an official of the Raozan Municipality
With rain setting the scene, three Indian white-eyes enjoy a communal bath in Chattogram’s Hazarikhil -- a ritual among birds to build social bonds.
Some 22% of wetlands, both freshwater systems such as peat lands, rivers and lakes, and coastal marine systems including mangroves and coral reefs, have disappeared since 1970
Rainfall since early morning flooded parts of Dhaka city including low-lying roads in Mirpur, Moghbazar, and Shantinagar
Most parts of Jashore town and its adjacent areas have been waterlogged after relentless rainfall over two consecutive days
Around 70% of the municipality is affected if it rains for an hour
Over 2,300 ponds flooded, 2,371 hectares of crops destroyed, and 125km of roads affected
Heavy rains have inundated vast stretches of farmland across 21 districts in Barishal, Khulna, Chattogram and Dhaka divisions, leaving thousands of farmers devastated as crops and fish enclosures were washed away over the past week.
