The revelation came from the Central Intelligence Cell of the tax administrator
CAL forecasts corporate revenue growth of 16% year-on-year in 2025
Despite absence of clear evidence, court has been denying bail to him, they say
Treat social media platforms as engineered environments, not inevitabilities to endure.
Four arrested, some culprits have gone into hiding, local police say
Chelsea survived an early scare when Crystal Palace had an Eberechi Eze goal controversially disallowed in a scrappy 0-0 draw in the Premier League on Sunday.
He is an accused in the Asad murder case
Globally, Bangladesh is known as the land of rivers and flooding.
National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman highlights issue at diplomat briefing
The tax administrator issued two directives in this regard
Tasked to investigate obstruction by driver-led syndicate
Before the sun rises over Dhaka’s Korail slum, many mothers set out early for a long day of work, carrying the unspoken worry of who will care for their children while they are away.
11 fire engines were reporting to the scene but were stuck in traffic
BNP mainly discussed the EC's preparations for the upcoming polls, he says
So far, police have arrested 33 people in this regard
National Teams Committee (NTC) deputy chairman and Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) senior vice president Imrul Hassan, who is also president of Bashundhara Kings, was the only absentee from an emergency NTC meeting with BFF president and NTC chairman Tabith Awal on Sunday.
A patient dying in an ambulance is no longer an accident in this country.
Treat social media platforms as engineered environments, not inevitabilities to endure.
The DSEX increased 51.24 points before closing the day at 5,401.48
Wicketkeeper-batter Mahidul Islam Ankon has been named captain of the 14-member Bangladesh A squad for the upcoming four-day match against South Australia, scheduled to be held in Darwin from August 28 to 31.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemned racist abuse directed at Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo during a Premier League match against Liverpool, saying the world soccer governing body would reach out to the Ghana international to offer their support.
In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.
The university's Public Relation Officer Md Shah Ali confirmed the development to The Daily Star
They have been arrested during a special operation conducted by the joint force
There were no immediate reports of deaths
There is no legal bar for him to walk out of jail, his lawyer Advocate Farzana Yasmin Rakhi told The Daily Star
Before the sun rises over Dhaka’s Korail slum, many mothers set out early for a long day of work, carrying the unspoken worry of who will care for their children while they are away.
There are thousands of people in Dhaka, each living a different life. But a few things are constant for all. Apart from the unavoidable traffic and the signal at Bijoy Sarani, their love-hate...
The musician asserted, “These are matters of history. People will honour their leader; they will express their love with bouquets. To those who wish to suppress this, I can only say, no one can ever ‘crush’ love and remembrance!”
Actress Azmeri Haque Badhan, who had also been a prominent presence during the July movement, strongly denounced such attacks. In a Facebook post, she questioned why individuals were attempting to dictate whom others could or could not honour.
Legendary actress Jharna Basak, better known by the stage name Shabnam, renowned as the ‘Princess of Rupnagar', is set to appear on television for the very first time in her long career. Despite a journey spanning nearly four decades and over 180 films, the iconic star has never before been featured as a guest on a TV programme.
Stage fright triggers anxiety, fear of failure, and physical stress, but performers can overcome it with consistent practice, mindfulness, relaxation, positive affirmations, and gradual exposure, turning nervous energy into confidence for powerful, polished public performances and successful audience connection.
Children face intense peer pressure both offline and online, often risking self-worth to fit in. Parents can help by listening, fostering open communication, teaching resilience, instilling family values, and building confidence, ensuring children navigate challenges with strength and self-assurance.
The pressure to turn passions into income streams has transformed creativity into another job, leading to burnout. In an economy focused on hustle culture, it's vital to separate passion from performance and allow room for rest.
It has become essential to understand that despite all the challenges we as a country collectively face, we must not forget those who elevate and preserve our culture and our language.
Following the July uprising, Rajshahi University (RU) authorities had promised sweeping reforms in hall management, particularly in dining services and seat allocation.
Rest in power, AK Ratul. You will not be forgotten.
Dhaka witnessed a royal spectacle on Saturday, 16 August 2025, as Royal Enfield owners from across the city gathered for the first-ever Royal Enfield Rideout 2025.
The first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games was recently held in Beijing, where more than 500 humanoid robots from around the globe went head-to-head in a mix of sporting clashes and practical challenges.
AI search startup Perplexity has made an unexpected $34.5 billion all-cash bid to buy Google’s Chrome browser - a price much higher than its own estimated valuation of $18 billion.
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.
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This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
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.
Strong currents left deep pits in homesteads and yards, while poultry, goats and cattle were washed away in several areas
Water levels of Teesta and Dudhkumar rivers start to drop
A pheasant-tailed jacana, known as ‘jol moyur’ in Bangla, soars over a tranquil wetland in Chuadanga.
The district administration, during a joint operation in Bholaganj of Sylhet’s Companiganj upazila and parts of Sylhet city, has recovered over 35,000 cubic feet of stones previously looted from the Sada Pathor tourist spot.
Rab claims to have found Bholaganj’s white stone stored in seven warehouses
Contractual workers of oil companies under the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) staged a protest in Chattogram today to press home their five-point demand..The demonstration took place from 11:00am to 2:00pm in front of the BPC head office in the Saltgola area..Over a hundred w
The heatwave was intensified by the burning of fossil fuels, which release planet-heating carbon emissions, they said.
Bholaganj’s Sada Pathor, a broad, shallow stretch of the Dholai River where smooth white stones once lay against the backdrop of Meghalaya’s hills, has long been one of Sylhet’s top tourist attractions.
