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Investment slump deepens

Imports of capital machinery have fallen to multi-year lows, dipping even below Covid-19 levels

Chamber judge of the Appellate Division of the SC Justice Md Rezaul Haque passed "no order" on a petition filed by the state seeking stay on the HC order of bail

The Israel PM says his only choice is to seize Gaza City; UN Security Council hears new calls for ceasefire, aid

Bangladesh Police: Equipped to inflict heavy casualties

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

I’m collateral damage in this feud: Tulip

The ex-British anti-corruption minister says this in an interview with The Guardian

NCP among 16 parties clear EC’s preliminary registration screening: official

The EC's committee on political party registration verification and selection held a meeting yesterday at the EC Secretariat

Fans and family honour 'Palestinian Pele' killed in Gaza

The "Pele" of Palestinian soccer hoped to keep scoring goals until he was 50. An Israeli tank shell dashed that dream a decade early, his family said, killing Suleiman al-Obeid as he queued in southern Gaza this week to collect food.

Anatomy of BGB shootings in Rampura

It was 6:14pm on Friday, July 19, 2024. Two Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) personnel were advancing into Banasree G Block in Dhaka.

Liverpool need to tighten up defensively, Slot says after Community Shield loss

Liverpool have conceded too many goals in pre-season and need to adapt defensively when they begin their Premier League title defence, manager Arne Slot said on Sunday after his side lost the Community Shield to Crystal Palace.

Victims of autocracy over 16 years ‘national heroes’: Salahuddin

The interim govt has failed to publish a full list of July-August 2024 uprising martyrs, he says

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Foreign operators for New Mooring Container Terminal by Dec: BIDA

The govt also wants to appoint foreign operators for Laldia Container Terminal, says the executive chairman of BIDA

Henderson the hero as Palace beat Liverpool in shootout to win maiden Community Shield

Crystal Palace beat Premier League champions Liverpool 3-2 on penalties to win the Community Shield after an entertaining 2-2 draw at Wembley on Sunday, with keeper Dean Henderson reprising his penalty-saving heroics from their FA Cup final triumph.

Bangladesh U-20 women seal maiden Asian Cup berth, emulate senior side

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.

Rizan’s all-round show helps U19s clinch tri-series final against SA

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.

Opinion

Opinion

Banning hall politics may not be the answer

Ensure healthy student politics, nonpartisan administration at DU

Israel’s plan for Gaza condemnable

World leaders must come together to protect Palestinians’ rights

Business

Business

Governor to hold status of minister, no bureaucrats on BB board

The Bangladesh Bank governor will hold the rank of a minister and take the oath before the chief justice, according to the draft of the Bangladesh Bank Ordinance (Amendment) 2025.

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Sports

Sports

David’s blistering 83 powers Australia past South Africa

"Great way to start the series," skipper Mitchell Marsh said after Australia's ninth T20 victory in a row.

South Korea hand a reality check to Bangladesh

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.

Women's Asian Cup: Bangladesh’s group and tough road ahead

In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.

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News

News

ARMENIA-AZERBAIJAN PACT / Iran threatens Trump-backed transit corridor

Iran threatened on Saturday to block a corridor planned in the Caucasus under a regional deal sponsored by US President Donald Trump, Iranian media reported, raising a new question mark over a peace plan hailed as a strategically important shift.

CHLORINE GAS LEAK / Over 600 pilgrims hospitalised in Iraq

More than 600 pilgrims in Iraq were briefly hospitalised with respiratory problems after inhaling chlorine as the result of a leak at a water treatment station, authorities said yesterday.

‘Self-amusement’

China’s former defence attache in South Asia Cheng Xizhong yesterday spurned India’s much-delayed claim that it had shot down six Pakistani aircraft during the May conflict, terming it “self-amusement”.

Russian strikes kill 5 in Ukraine

A new round of Moscow’s shelling and drone attacks killed five people in Ukraine yesterday, authorities said, while Kyiv hit an oil refinery in Russia’s Saratov region.

Migrants saved from refrigerated lorry in France

French medics had to treat Eritrean migrants hidden in a UK-bound refrigerated lorry for hypothermia Saturday, after the driver heard their cries for help, officials told AFP.

Entertainment

Entertainment

Artist SM Sultan Centennial Festival 2024-25

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.

‘Smritite Shurer Sarothi’ pays tribute to Shafin Ahmed and Hasan Abidur Reza Jewel

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.

Satyajit Ray’s ‘Aranyer Din Ratri’ to be screened at TIFF 2025

The Toronto International Film Festival is scheduled to run from September 4 to 14.

Life & Living

Life & Living

#Decor / A newlywed’s guide to choosing the perfect sofa

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.

When art walks among us: A collaboration between Manas and Bipasha Hayat

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.

Flood‑proof living: Meet Dhaka’s floating ‘Swapner Bari’

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.

Youth

Youth

Pirate flag from One Piece anime is Indonesia’s newest protest symbol

Students and activists in Indonesia have put up the One Piece pirate sign as a symbol of protest against several government policies.

Student involvement in policy and politics

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 curious case of the vanishing bees: Explained

The vanishing of bees isn't a distant environmental tale, it's a local, urgent reality.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Inside the making of a local cat food brand

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.

Next Step / Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.

This Chinese robot can perform kung fu

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Environment

Environment

HC stays sand extraction leases in Cox’s Bazar protected forests

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

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BMD forecasts five days of rainfall as low pressure likely over Bay

A low-pressure area is likely to develop over the Northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas around August 13

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Pre-OSART mission to begin at Rooppur nuclear plant Sunday

IAEA team to assess safety ahead of fuel loading at unit-1

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Rain leaves Ctg waterlogged, portion of bridge collapsed

A portion of a bridge over the Sheetal Jharna Canal, on the Oxygen–Bayezid road, collapsed early this morning

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Nature Quest: Guardians of the night

An oriental bay owl stares wide-eyed right into the camera as it was spotted in Chattogram’s Hazirikhil Wildlife Sanctuary.

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BGFCL signs deal with Chinese firm to drill two deep gas wells

Titas-31 will be the deepest well in the country, while Bakhrabad-11 will rank among the deepest

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Cold, hot functional tests completed at Rooppur Power Plant's unit-1

This is another progress of commissioning activities of the country's first nuclear power plant

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Writ petition seeks HC directive to protect Teota Zamindar Bari in Manikanj

Advocate Zahid Ahammad Hero submitted the petition as a public interest litigation on Sunday

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