The govt also wants to appoint foreign operators for Laldia Container Terminal, says the executive chairman of BIDA
Job prospects unfulfilled as economic woes, lack of investment hinder growth
Rajshahi city BNP holds biennial council
The interim govt has failed to publish a full list of July-August 2024 uprising martyrs, he says
The cut-off rate was Tk 121.5 per dollar
Police arms records show the brutal truth behind the July killings; the force bought 7 times more lethal weapons than non-lethal ones in 2021-23
Butler’s side progressed as one of the three best runners-up across eight groups involving 32 teams, joining hosts Thailand in the 12-team finals set for next April.
It was 6:14pm on Friday, July 19, 2024. Two Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) personnel were advancing into Banasree G Block in Dhaka.
Rizan Hossan’s all-round show helped Bangladesh clinch the final of the tri-nation series in Zimbabwe, beating South Africa by 33 runs at Harare Sports Club in Harare on Sunday.
Netanyahu also told a news conference that his new Gaza offensive plans aim to tackle two remaining Hamas strongholds
The new note will be similar in size to existing one
Rab arrested three suspects yesterday in connection with the brutal murder of Oli Mia, 35, whose body was found dismembered into eight pieces and dumped in travel bags near Tongi Station Road in Gazipur
16 percent of his body has been burned
Press Secretary also outlined Chief Adviser’s upcoming visit to Malaysia, beginning tomorrow
On the 101st birth anniversary of SM Sultan, Dhaka’s Faculty of Fine Arts came alive with a vibrant festival celebrating his legacy. Though Sultan’s own paintings were absent, contemporary artists showcased works inspired by his powerful, realistic style. Organised by Charupith Art Research Institute and partners, the event included exhibitions, seminars, and film screenings, reaffirming Sultan’s lasting impact on Bangladeshi art and culture.
"Great way to start the series," skipper Mitchell Marsh said after Australia's ninth T20 victory in a row.
Ensure healthy student politics, nonpartisan administration at DU
World leaders must come together to protect Palestinians’ rights
Ahsan H Mansur said this at a CPD-organised dialogue marking one year of the interim government
Bangladesh finished second in Group H of AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers following a 6-1 defeat against South Korea in Vientiane on Sunday, leaving their fate of a final round berth in the balance.
Liverpool's club-record signing Florian Wirtz has been named Germany's player of the year, further cementing the attacking midfielder's status as a rising star.
In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.
This includes transactions related to plot and flat allocations, transfers and associated financial operations
Jahidul's widow, Jebun Nahar Islam, lodged the complaint accusing several senior police officials of killing her husband and forcibly disappearing her and her two daughters for over four months.
Joyful wedding preparations turn into mourning
A low-pressure area is likely to develop over the Northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas around August 13
The final list will be released on October 31
I have never been to the legendary Beauty Boarding in Shiris Das Lane, Bangla Bazar. I know, it is an unpardonable offense, and I should probably be denied my self-proclaimed title as a Dhaka-know...
There’s something about rain in Dhaka. It doesn’t come politely. It arrives in sheets, in sideways gusts, soaking your bag, your back, and your plans. But once you let go of the instinct to rush...
Hosted by Joy Shahriar, the event highlighted personal stories and career milestones of Shafin Ahmed and Hasan Abidur Reza Jewel, offering an intimate glimpse into their lives and contributions to Bangladeshi music. The programme concluded with prayers for the eternal peace of their souls.
The terrace slowly filled with people, with members of different indigenous communities and Bengalis alike. A white wooden shed displayed the main artworks of the exhibition, while the rest of the walls were lined with photographs capturing indigenous life and culture. In front of a hand-painted banner promising a day of art, poetry, music, and discussions, the event “Culture for Identity: From Soil to Soul” began.
Netflix has confirmed an early renewal for its live-action adaptation of “One Piece”, announcing the season three pickup during an annual celebration of Eiichiro Oda’s iconic manga in Tokyo. The news comes months before the premiere of season two, slated for 2026, and much earlier than the season two renewal, which arrived weeks after the show’s 2023 debut.
Newlywed couples can find the perfect sofa set to match their style, space, and comfort needs — from cozy love seats to versatile sofa-cum-beds — all with flexible EMI options for stylish, affordable home decor.
It is not often that fashion designers collaborate with artists to create wearable art, but when Faiza Ahmed, of Manas fame, worked with Bipasha Hayat, something magical came into being.
Dr Nandan Mukherjee’s award-winning amphibious house in Dhaka is a climate-resilient, affordable innovation designed to float during floods, generate clean energy and food, and offer a sustainable solution to rising water threats in Bangladesh.
Students and activists in Indonesia have put up the One Piece pirate sign as a symbol of protest against several government policies.
The future of Bangladesh, much like its history, would have students’ voices guiding it. At least, that was what many of them hoped for.
The vanishing of bees isn't a distant environmental tale, it's a local, urgent reality.
Bangladesh's pet food market is largely reliant on imported products, with limited domestic manufacturing and few established local brands. The industry faces several challenges, including supply chain disruptions, high retail prices, and concerns regarding product authenticity. Although demand for packaged pet food is gradually increasing, particularly in urban areas, the market remains in the early stages of development.
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Chinese robotics company LimX Dynamics has unveiled its latest humanoid robot, the LimX Oli – a 5’4” machine capable of fluid movements, including martial arts, thanks to its 31 degrees of freedom. The robot, an upgrade from last year’s LimX CL-1, is designed for AI researchers and developers working on advanced robotics applications.
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.
Find out the answer on today's Star Explains
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.
The High Court today stayed the lease activities of nine "balu mahal" (sand quarries) located in and near reserved and protected forests of Cox’s Bazar
IAEA team to assess safety ahead of fuel loading at unit-1
A portion of a bridge over the Sheetal Jharna Canal, on the Oxygen–Bayezid road, collapsed early this morning
An oriental bay owl stares wide-eyed right into the camera as it was spotted in Chattogram’s Hazirikhil Wildlife Sanctuary.
Titas-31 will be the deepest well in the country, while Bakhrabad-11 will rank among the deepest
This is another progress of commissioning activities of the country's first nuclear power plant
Advocate Zahid Ahammad Hero submitted the petition as a public interest litigation on Sunday
Authorities urge vigilance in flood-prone, low-lying areas as active monsoon persists
