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Fakhrul urges EC to work swiftly for fair, acceptable election

Prof Yunus deserves thanks for instructions over polls preparations

NCP leaders arrived in Magura on the 10th day of the July march

Yesterday, the CA directed the commission to complete election preparations by December

US-China tariff war punishes Bangladesh

Bangladesh is facing pressure from Washington to decouple its manufacturing industries from Chinese suppliers, according to officials familiar with trade negotiations

Oikya Parishad reports 258 communal attacks in first half of 2025

Cites 27 murders, temple attacks, and assaults on homes, indigenous communities

Govt begins implementing Media Reform Commission proposals

Information ministry moves to adopt 12 major decisions

Abu Sayed murder: ICT asks 26 fugitives to appear

The International Crimes Tribunal-2 today asked the authorities concerned to publish a notice in newspapers directing 26 accused fugitives to appear before the tribunal in connection with the killing of Begum Rokeya University Student Abu Sayed during the July uprising..The three-member be

BCCI, SLC request ACC to relocate AGM from Dhaka: Reports

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for July 24 in Dhaka, has been clouded with uncertainty after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) reportedly expressed reservations over the proposed venue.

2 Bangladeshis held hostage in Libya for ransom; PBI arrests 2 local collaborators

The two men, hailing from Noakhali and working at a workshop in Tripoli's Jamazaiton area, were abducted on January 8 this year

Rajshahi board tops SSC pass rate with 77.63%, Barishal lowest at 56.38%

The average pass rate across all education boards stands at 68.45 percent

BPL may shift to May window because of national elections

Bangladesh Premier League governing council’s new chairman Mahbub Anam yesterday said that the upcoming BPL may be shifted from December-January window, dependent on the upcoming general elections.

Pass percentage drops by 14.59 points, GPA-5 drops by 43,097

SSC, equivalent exams 2025: Girls outshine boys in pass rate, GPA-5

The pass rate of female students is 71.03 percent while it is 65.88 percent among boys

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 1st T20I / Emon gives Tigers flying start

Bangladesh skipper Litton Das lost the toss and the Tigers were asked to bat first in the first T20I of the three-match series in Kandy on Thursday. 

ACC approves case against former Covid Hospital project director over graft

ccording to an ACC statement, Kabir permitted the contractor to carry out work on the hospital's sixth floor without issuing any official work order or notification of award, relying instead on verbal instructions

Political parties should be respectful while criticising opponents: Jamaat secretary

The Jamaat leader said this while addressing a discussion at the Jatiya Press Club in Dhaka this afternoon.

Opinion

Opinion

Dhaka’s rooftops could feed the city, but law keeps getting in the way

Even when rooftop farms are operational, they are not recognised as valid food sources.

Challenging the Fifteenth Amendment through legal doctrine

As with questions of constitutionality and legitimacy, the tenure of the current government has sparked ongoing debate

Business

Business

Unifa Accessories to invest $48.66m in Bepza economic zone

The foreign-owned venture plans to manufacture 28 million pieces of fashion items annually

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Sports

Sports

Hamza and Co slip in FIFA rankings after Singapore defeat

Meanwhile, reigning world champions Argentina have retained their top spot

'Bitter end' for Real Madrid magician Modric

The curtain finally fell on Real Madrid midfield maestro Luka Modric's superlative career at the club after a drubbing by Paris Saint-Germain in New Jersey, but in years to come, that will be forgotten.

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

Woman’s mutilated body found in Chattogram flat, husband on the run

Police recover 11 body parts from Paharika apartment

2 dengue patients die, 337 hospitalised in one day

Among the deaths, one was reported in Chattogram division while another from Dhaka South City Corporation area.

Advisory Council reviews flood response in Feni, Noakhali

The ongoing flood and waterlogging caused by heavy rainfall in Feni and Noakhali districts were discussed at the Advisory Council meeting held today

BSF pushes back 31 through Lalmonirhat, Netrokona

10 were pushed back through Lalmonirhat, 21 through Netrokona

Entertainment

Entertainment

‘Mainstream’ Xefer

The ever-rebellious Xefer was the talk of the town once again this Eid, with “Lichur Bagane” being hummed in tea stalls and blasted in parties. She also lent her voice in “Dhamaka” in Tasnia Farin and Sariful Razz starrer “Insaaf”.

Nepali film ‘Missing’ set for nationwide release in Bangladesh

The critically acclaimed Nepali film “Missing: Keti Harayeko Suchana” is set for a nationwide release across Bangladesh from July 18, 2025. The film will be screened at all Star Cineplex branches under the SAFTA agreement, with Show Motion Limited importing the film in exchange for the Bangladeshi film “No Dorai”. 

‘Aesthete’ invites viewers into a vivid dialogue of art and identity

The exhibition flows from abstraction to figuration, from lyrical introspection to social critique. Visitors encounter personal mythologies, reinterpretations of folk traditions, and unflinching meditations on contemporary life, underscored by an Alliance Française de Dhaka press release.

Life & Living

Life & Living

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

#Musing / A letter to my future self in 2035

A heartfelt letter to the future self, reflecting on struggles, perseverance, personal growth, and the hope for happiness, success, and compassion. An inspiring reminder to stay grounded, kind, and committed to lifelong goals.

Thinking of adopting a child? What prospective parents in Bangladesh must know

Adoption in Bangladesh involves emotional and legal considerations, requiring genuine commitment, understanding of the process, and readiness for societal challenges. Parents should prepare for emotional adjustments, support from extended family, and fostering a strong bond with their child.

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.

Inside the journey of a Bangladeshi academic chasing a PhD at Texas A&M

Campus caught up with Md Hasan Al Banna to delve deeper into his PhD journey at Texas A&M.

Ways to overcome physical distance in your friendships

Long-distance friendships thrive on effort, updates, and honest connection.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Dubai to open restaurant featuring AI chef

A new restaurant called WOOHOO will open in September 2025 in Dubai's Downtown district, featuring what its developers claim to be the world's first AI chef. The establishment will operate with a hybrid human-AI system where recipes, menus, and dining ambience are created by an AI program called 'Chef Aiman', while human staff will handle food preparation and service.

Microsoft Outlook faces global outage

Microsoft Outlook, the popular email app by Microsoft, is reportedly down, with users around the world experiencing issues accessing or sending emails since early today.

Pilot project begins at country's first robotic rehabilitation centre

Bangladesh is set to begin a limited pilot operation of its first robotic rehabilitation centre at the Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) Superspecialised Hospital in Shahbagh on July 10. 

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

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.

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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

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Monsoon, depression over Bay: Thousands suffer in coastal districts

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

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

Four breaches occurred in Parshuram upazila and three in Fulgazi

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Haor ecosystem rarest in world, must be protected: environment adviser

Rizwana noted that the govt is formulating a master plan to protect the Haor region

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Flash flood likely in Feni as Muhuri river swells amid heavy rains: FFWC

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in Muhuri basin over next 24 hours

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Single-use plastic to be banned in Secretariat from Oct 2

To ensure a smooth transition, officials will be given a preparatory period to phase out use

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Heavy rain likely across Bangladesh for 5 days

Signal No 3 for the country’s four seaports

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