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Heavy import reliance leaves pharma industry vulnerable

Despite success, Bangladesh's pharma industry hinges on imported raw materials

Didarul Islam's wife was eight-months pregnant and the couple had two young boys

Students arrived by bus, van, rickshaw, and foot, some drenched, others chatting animatedly

Investigation / 'Shoot directly': Hasina’s order and deadly aftermath

Months-long investigation by The Daily Star indicates state forces increased deployment of lethal weapons after the ousted PM authorised their use

July charter to be finalised by July 31: Ali Riaz

NCC discusses caretaker government, women’s representation, and key appointments

Gaza civil defence says Israeli strikes kill 30

The strikes were carried out overnight and into the morning

Gunmen involved in Indian Kashmir tourist attack killed: Amit Shah

Three terrorists behind Baisaran attack killed, he says

Police warn of potential unrest from July 29 to August 8

All police units have been instructed to conduct special drives throughout the 11-day period

Bangladesh eyes 10-20% tariff in final US talks

The tariff negotiations are scheduled to begin on July 29 and continue until July 31

Army raids UPDF hideout in Rangamati; recovers AK-47, ammunition

Exchange of gunfire reported during ongoing operation in Baghaichhari hills, says ISPR

Cigarettes, banned face cream seized at Ctg airport

Officials recovered 190 cartons of "Platinum" brand cigarettes and banned "Dew" cream

Corruption claims spark debate followed by post revision on Facebook

Arakan Army oppresses Rohingya Muslims: HRW

Calls upon donors, int’l community to do more

Islamic banks fall behind in remittance race

Conventional banks dominate remittance inflow as Islamic lenders face trust deficit

Ronaldo set to play in Spain again

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lace up his boots on Spanish soil for the first time in three years when Al Nassr take on Almería in a pre-season friendly.

Opinion

Opinion

It’s time to modernise our air force

Urban density in Dhaka has surpassed the thresholds for safe air operations. Military and civil aviation now operate in a dangerously overlapping airspace.

The world is failing Rohingya children again

About 6,400 learning centres halt early-grade classes amid deep aid cuts

Business

Business

Smart lockers reshaping last-mile delivery

Digital boxes ease product delivery, pickup in Dhaka

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Sports

Sports

Broad, Hussain warn England against risking Archer at the Oval

England will be putting fast bowler Jofra Archer at risk of a fresh injury if they select him for the fifth and final match against India at the Oval this week, according to former Test players Stuart Broad and Nasser Hussain.

'Don’t end on a miss': Rubin carries Maradona lesson, Guatemala’s World Cup hopes

Rubin added that Maradona’s love for the game was impossible to miss.

Watch / Plenty of promises, but where’s the action?

This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.

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News

News

Milestone jet crash: Algerian president, PM offer condolences

Theyt also underscored the enduring bond of friendship between Algeria and Bangladesh

Body of woman recovered two days after falling into Tongi manhole

Her body was found at 9:16am today under a pile of water hyacinth at the end of the manhole in Tongi

Taiwan says President Lai not blocked from US stopover

China claims Taiwan is part of its territory and opposes any international exchanges with the democratic island.

Trump warns of 'real starvation' in Gaza as aid deliveries pick up

US President Donald Trump warned Monday that the people of Gaza are facing "real starvation"

Entertainment

Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ drops trailer ahead of schedule due to leak

The trailer for “Avatar: Fire and Ash”—the third chapter in James Cameron’s record-shattering sci-fi saga—was officially released earlier than planned, following an online leak that caught the studio off guard.

'Esha Murder' set for OTT release this week

Originally scheduled for release on July 24, the film’s OTT debut was postponed out of respect for the July 21 tragic plane crash at Milestone School and College.

Ryan Gosling stuns Comic-Con with first look at 'Project Hail Mary'

Gosling, joined by co-directors Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, screenwriter Drew Goddard, and Weir himself, appeared before a packed hall of fans in San Diego to unveil first-look footage from the upcoming film. Weir, also the author of “The Martian”, called the adaptation “so cool,” while praising Gosling’s layered portrayal of Ryland Grace, a schoolteacher-turned-astronaut tasked with saving Earth from a solar extinction event.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Bring the heat: Summer’s wild makeup mood

Bold summer makeup is trending with vibrant hues like teal, turquoise, mango yellow, and lychee pink taking centre stage. Inspired by heatwaves and nature, this season calls for playful eye looks and glowing skin.

#Women Empowerment / No age limit!: How Arthy Ahmed is rewriting dance norms

Arthy Ahmed's Bharatanatyam classes in Dhaka empower adults to reclaim joy through inclusive dance, emotional healing, and cultural connection — transforming traditional norms and redefining classical dance in Bangladesh with passion, purpose, and community.

Summertime magic: Jackfruit recipes

Jackfruit can, indeed, be a versatile component or an alternative for meat dishes. Before you scoff and laugh, here are recipes that will make you appreciate the national fruit.

Youth

Youth

In the shadow of July: The parents who waited, worried, and walked together

Between July 15 and August 5 last year, parents across the country held their breaths waiting, worrying, and counting the hours until their children returned home from the protests. Some had their parents' blessing. Others went without it.

We mourn

The Campus team extends its most profound and sincere condolences to the survivors and the families of the victims.

My father as a person

When I observe my father as a person who is a husband to my mother, I have to see him from a different light.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Three Bangladeshi teams win at intl. innovation competition

Three student teams from Bangladesh have won awards in different categories of the Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge 2025. Competing against thousands of participants from across the world, their projects focused on solving water-related problems and disaster challenges, especially relevant to Bangladesh.

ESG bootcamp 2025 held in Dhaka

A two-day Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) bootcamp was held in Dhaka on 25–26 July, bringing together over 100 professionals to discuss sustainable business practices in Bangladesh. 

Oppo launches Reno 14 series 5G in Bangladesh

Oppo has officially launched the Reno 14 (stylised as Reno14) series 5G at a musical event in Dhaka on July 28.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

News Analysis / Governed by Facebook posts, ruled by confusion

It was just about 7:00am on Monday. A mother sat with her daughter at a bus counter in Dinajpur, set for a two-hour commute to Rangpur for the daughter’s HSC exam three hours later.

Who, how, and under what rules gets a firearm license?

A gun magazine was found in Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan's bag during a recent search at the airport.

WATCH / 25 years since Test status: How far have Bangladesh come?

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.

Mob justice has become alarmingly regular – why?

Let's find out more on today's episode of Star Explains

Environment

Environment

3 hours of rain flood low-lying areas in Ctg

Continuous rainfall from noon to 3:00pm yesterday led to temporary waterlogging in several low-lying areas of Chattogram, disrupting movement and daily activities across parts of the port city.

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36mm rain in 3hrs floods low-lying areas of Ctg

Intermittent showers -- including heavy to very heavy spells -- led to water accumulation in areas such as Katalganj, WASA intersection, GEC circle, Chawkbazar, EPZ, Halishahar, and around Agrabad Commerce College

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Deep depression formed over Northwest Bay: BMD

The low-pressure system over the North Bay and nearby areas moved west-northwest and gradually intensified -- first into a well-marked low, then into a depression

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Jet fuel to be supplied via pipeline at Shah Amanat International Airport

The pipeline is scheduled to be commissioned in August

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Nature’s own pesticide…

An oriental hornet having lunch near the National Press Club in Dhaka.

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Elephant hits moving train inside Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary, video goes viral

A video of the incident, which took place around 10:30pm, has gone viral on social media

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Low pressure likely over North Bay on July 24: BMD

One or two places in Rajshahi and Khulna divisions may also experience rainfall

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BELA urges for ban on illegal nets at JU campus to protect biodiversity

It also demanded that those responsible for using these fine-meshed fishing nets be identified and brought under legal accountability to ensure appropriate punishment

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