The Daily Star - Bangladesh News, Political News, Bangladesh Economy & Videos, Breaking News

BNP struggles to rein in the rogues

Over the past 11 months, 349 incidents of political violence took place across the country, BNP and its affiliated organisations were linked to 323 of these

BNP acting Chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday questioned whether the government is being lenient on the killers of a scrap trader in front of Mitford hospital due to what he said its silent support for such incidents of mob violence.

'Police are reviewing CCTV footage in the area to identify the culprits'

FDI hits 2-year high in Jan-Mar

This net inflow was 114 percent higher than the $403 million recorded in the same period a year earlier.

Bangladesh look to stop the slide as Simmons backs under-fire Litton

Simmons is demanding sharper execution in both batting and bowling units.

‘Towel thief’ Swiatek claims Wimbledon title and personal souvenir

On Saturday, Wimbledon marked her love of the towels by presenting the new champion with a personalised purple and green version -- one that can never be taken away from her.

Trump intensifies trade war with threat of 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

Trump announced the latest tariffs in separate letters to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

Home remedies for dengue viral infection

Dengue, an Aedes mosquito-borne viral infection, has been a crucial public health concern during the monsoon in our country for its worrying statistical value.

The July that rocked Bangladesh / July 13, 2024: Protesters announce march towards Bangabhaban

On July 13, 2024, the Students Against Discrimination announced a fresh set of protest programmes, shifting their strategy from blockades to processions and symbolic marches.

‘Dhaka Tower’ lies abandoned for 8 years

A 20-storey government high-rise in the heart of Old Dhaka has remained abandoned for the past eight years due to administrative irregularities, missing documents, and suspended funding.

SpaceX to invest $2 billion in Musk's xAI startup, WSJ reports

SpaceX and xAI did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment

An influential group has allegedly occupied around 40 acres of land belonging to the Water Development Board (WDB) in Chattogram’s Kattali and Halishahar areas, constructing various types of structures and disrupting the land’s intended use for forestation.

Apparel exports to US rose 14% in FY25

Bangladesh’s garment exporters registered the highest growth in shipments to the United States (US) in the just-concluded 2024-25 fiscal year, thanks to the shifting of work orders from other countries, mainly China.

JU students protest demanding justice for trader Sohag

They also protested the recent wave of violence across the country

Swiatek destroys Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 to win first Wimbledon title

The Polish eighth seed completed the most lopsided of finals to win her sixth Grand Slam title.

Starc makes early impact in 100th Test after Australia collapse

Dismissed for a "duck" in an eventful final session as the tourists slipped from 157 for three, Starc bowled debutant Kevlon Anderson off the inside-edge to raise his tally of Test wickets to 396.

Opinion

Opinion

Sohag’s murder signals a deeper crisis

BNP must cleanse itself of criminal elements

What the SANEM poll reveals and what it does not

SANEM survey is not about youth's voting preference.

Business

Business

Construction slumps as public spending slows

Bangladesh’s construction sector, one of the country’s largest sectors, is reeling from a sharp contraction in public project implementation and spending, underscoring growing stress across the broader economy, according to industry insiders and analysts.

8h ago
Sports

Sports

Club World Cup final / Chelsea vs PSG: Highlights

The stage is set for a clash of ambition and ascendance as Chelsea take on reigning European champions PSG in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at The MetLife Stadium in New York tonight (1:00 am Bangladesh time).

I want to win Club World Cup final for Jota: Chelsea’s Pedro Neto

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto penned an emotional tribute to his late Portugal teammate Diogo Jota ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup final against PSG, stating that he wants to win the title in Jota’s memory.

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

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

TDS bangla banner TDS bangla banner
News

News

Two workers die 'inhaling toxic gas' in septic tank in Habiganj

The deceased are Manik Mia, 55, of Panchash village in Chunarughat upazila, and Rafiqul Islam, 30, of Katkhal village in Baniachong upazila

Fakhrul’s brother’s vehicle vandalised in Thakurgaon

The incident took place around 8:30pm on the Samir Uddin Smriti College premises while Faisal was leaving the council venue following the announcement of results.

Iran says cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog will take 'new form'

Iran's 12-day war with Israel rattled its already shaky relationship with IAEA

Identify real perpetrators, ensure their punishment: Fakhrul

He made this demand while speaking at an event organised by Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) in the capital's Hotel Lakeshore

Students protest on DU campus demanding justice for Sohag

Students under various banners held protests on the Dhaka University campus today demanding justice for the brutal murder of Lal Chand, alias Sohag, a scrap trader who was hacked to death in front of Mitford hospital

Entertainment

Entertainment

Shama Rahman and Afzal Hossain headline rain-drenched cultural evening

As Dhaka shimmered beneath days of rainfall, a quiet enchantment stirred inside the Sheraton Ballroom last Friday; however, this wasn't just another evening of performances. “Badol Diner Prothom Kodom Phul”, hosted by MW Magazine Bangladesh, unfolded more like a dream shared between memories and monsoon.

Level Five levels up

The indie rock band has steadily broken free from its ‘niche’ label, surging in popularity during the pandemic. Their riveting lyrics, dynamic vocals, punchy guitar riffs, and tight rhythm section struck a chord with audiences, particularly through their breakout hit, “60’s Love”.

Review / ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’: R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh bring sweet romcom back

Being a ’90s kid, I’ve been a fan of R Madhavan since his stint in “Banegi Apni Baat”—the cute boy in glasses with the most adorable smile. Later on, Madhavan became the heartthrob of an entire nation when he made us fall in love with the charming yet problematic character ‘Maddy’ in “Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein”.

Life & Living

Life & Living

#Reviews / Kaktarua Puppet Theatre use fun to teach kids real-life lessons

Kaktarua Puppet Theater is reviving the dying art of puppetry in Bangladesh, using engaging puppet shows to educate children, promote social awareness, and offer therapeutic care, despite limited funding and modern digital distractions.

How Tasmit Arny created a heritage‑rooted jersey for Bangladesh Women’s Football team

Designer Tasmit Afiyat Arny created Bangladesh’s women’s football jersey as a powerful symbol of unity, heritage, and pride — blending cultural motifs like Jamdani with modern identity to celebrate overlooked women athletes through purposeful fashion

#Hobbies / Dhaka discovers Salsa: weekly dance nights taking off

Salsa culture in Dhaka, led by Havana Salsa, is growing despite the dominance of other dance forms. It’s about connection, participation, and slow progress. The community fosters confidence, joy, and cultural exchange, redefining dance beyond performance.

Youth

Youth

The reality of internships for Life Sciences students

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.

When a child is their parents’ second chance

Do your parents see you as individuals with your own choices, or do they see you as extensions of themselves?

Opinion / A roadmap for aspiring game artists in Bangladesh

Like video games, we can shape a booming industry.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Job sites axe 1,300 roles due to AI

Indeed and Glassdoor, two popular job searching platforms, are laying off around 1,300 employees as their parent company, Japan’s Recruit Holdings, accelerates its shift towards artificial intelligence (AI), according to a recent report by CNBC.

AI-powered coding? Study finds it may take more time than it saves

A new study published by METR, a non-profit AI research organisation, has found that using AI-powered coding tools may actually slow down experienced developers despite expectations that such tools would speed up software development.

OnePlus officially launches Nord 5 series and IoT lineup in Bangladesh

OnePlus has officially introduced the Nord 5 series in Bangladesh, unveiling the OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE5 smartphones. With this launch, the brand also expanded its ecosystem by introducing a range of IoT products, including the OnePlus Watch 3, OnePlus Buds 4, and the OnePlus Pad 3.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

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

Watch / ‘I’ve always said I don’t want the mayor’s seat’

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

Can Israel break thru Iran’s nuclear stronghold?

In today's episode of Star Explains, we dive into the story behind the GBU-57, unpack expert military opinions, and examine how this deepening Iran-US conflict is taking on new and complex dimensions

Environment

Environment

Crops on 78,000 hectares of land under water

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.

1d ago

Feni flood situation getting better after pause in rainfall

However, parts of Fulgazi and Chhagalnaiya were still waterlogged as of this morning

1d ago

Swelling Teesta threatens the northern dists

More than 100 villages remain inundated following embankment breaches at 20 points in Feni, while a fresh threat looms in the north as the rising Teesta river may trigger temporary flooding in low-lying areas of Rangpur, Nilphamari, Kurigram and Lalmonirhat.

2d ago

Padma erosion threatens ferry ghat

Officials of the Water Development Board (WDB), however, claimed there is sufficient protection work around the ferry ghat

2d ago

Relentless rain triggers flash floods in Feni

Incessant rains for the past few days have triggered flash flooding in Feni’s Fulgazi and Parshuram upazilas.

3d ago

Heavy rain causes waterlogging in Chattogram's low lying areas

The city recorded 153.6 millimetres of rainfall in the 24 hours leading up to 12:00pm today

3d ago

Monsoon, depression over Bay: Thousands suffer in coastal districts

People suffered due to waterlogging in Cox's Bazar, Patuakhali, Feni, Bhola, Barishal, and Khulna

4d ago

Flood threat looms over Feni as Muhuri river swells 137cm above danger level

Four breaches occurred in Parshuram upazila and three in Fulgazi

4d ago