Despite success, Bangladesh's pharma industry hinges on imported raw materials
Didarul Islam's wife was eight-months pregnant and the couple had two young boys
Students arrived by bus, van, rickshaw, and foot, some drenched, others chatting animatedly
Months-long investigation by The Daily Star indicates state forces increased deployment of lethal weapons after the ousted PM authorised their use
NCC discusses caretaker government, women’s representation, and key appointments
The strikes were carried out overnight and into the morning
Three terrorists behind Baisaran attack killed, he says
All police units have been instructed to conduct special drives throughout the 11-day period
The tariff negotiations are scheduled to begin on July 29 and continue until July 31
Exchange of gunfire reported during ongoing operation in Baghaichhari hills, says ISPR
Officials recovered 190 cartons of "Platinum" brand cigarettes and banned "Dew" cream
Corruption claims spark debate followed by post revision on Facebook
Calls upon donors, int’l community to do more
Conventional banks dominate remittance inflow as Islamic lenders face trust deficit
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lace up his boots on Spanish soil for the first time in three years when Al Nassr take on Almería in a pre-season friendly.
11 resorts, many homes damaged
Urban density in Dhaka has surpassed the thresholds for safe air operations. Military and civil aviation now operate in a dangerously overlapping airspace.
About 6,400 learning centres halt early-grade classes amid deep aid cuts
Digital boxes ease product delivery, pickup in Dhaka
England will be putting fast bowler Jofra Archer at risk of a fresh injury if they select him for the fifth and final match against India at the Oval this week, according to former Test players Stuart Broad and Nasser Hussain.
Rubin added that Maradona’s love for the game was impossible to miss.
This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
Theyt also underscored the enduring bond of friendship between Algeria and Bangladesh
Her body was found at 9:16am today under a pile of water hyacinth at the end of the manhole in Tongi
China claims Taiwan is part of its territory and opposes any international exchanges with the democratic island.
US President Donald Trump warned Monday that the people of Gaza are facing "real starvation"
US aims to divert Myanmar's vast supplies of rare earth minerals away from strategic rival China
When you’re on the streets of Dhaka, perhaps idly sitting in the backseat of a vehicle, if you take a minute to stop doom-scrolling and stare out through the windows, you will more than likely see...
The latest go-to place in Dhaka is “At the Table”, a food court at the crossroads of Moghbazar Mor and Eskaton, towards Bangla Motor. This intersection is one of the most chaotic and busiest in the...
The trailer for “Avatar: Fire and Ash”—the third chapter in James Cameron’s record-shattering sci-fi saga—was officially released earlier than planned, following an online leak that caught the studio off guard.
Originally scheduled for release on July 24, the film’s OTT debut was postponed out of respect for the July 21 tragic plane crash at Milestone School and College.
Gosling, joined by co-directors Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, screenwriter Drew Goddard, and Weir himself, appeared before a packed hall of fans in San Diego to unveil first-look footage from the upcoming film. Weir, also the author of “The Martian”, called the adaptation “so cool,” while praising Gosling’s layered portrayal of Ryland Grace, a schoolteacher-turned-astronaut tasked with saving Earth from a solar extinction event.
Bold summer makeup is trending with vibrant hues like teal, turquoise, mango yellow, and lychee pink taking centre stage. Inspired by heatwaves and nature, this season calls for playful eye looks and glowing skin.
Arthy Ahmed's Bharatanatyam classes in Dhaka empower adults to reclaim joy through inclusive dance, emotional healing, and cultural connection — transforming traditional norms and redefining classical dance in Bangladesh with passion, purpose, and community.
Jackfruit can, indeed, be a versatile component or an alternative for meat dishes. Before you scoff and laugh, here are recipes that will make you appreciate the national fruit.
Between July 15 and August 5 last year, parents across the country held their breaths waiting, worrying, and counting the hours until their children returned home from the protests. Some had their parents' blessing. Others went without it.
The Campus team extends its most profound and sincere condolences to the survivors and the families of the victims.
When I observe my father as a person who is a husband to my mother, I have to see him from a different light.
Three student teams from Bangladesh have won awards in different categories of the Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge 2025. Competing against thousands of participants from across the world, their projects focused on solving water-related problems and disaster challenges, especially relevant to Bangladesh.
A two-day Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) bootcamp was held in Dhaka on 25–26 July, bringing together over 100 professionals to discuss sustainable business practices in Bangladesh.
Oppo has officially launched the Reno 14 (stylised as Reno14) series 5G at a musical event in Dhaka on July 28.
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
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.
Let's find out more on today's episode of Star Explains
Continuous rainfall from noon to 3:00pm yesterday led to temporary waterlogging in several low-lying areas of Chattogram, disrupting movement and daily activities across parts of the port city.
Intermittent showers -- including heavy to very heavy spells -- led to water accumulation in areas such as Katalganj, WASA intersection, GEC circle, Chawkbazar, EPZ, Halishahar, and around Agrabad Commerce College
The low-pressure system over the North Bay and nearby areas moved west-northwest and gradually intensified -- first into a well-marked low, then into a depression
The pipeline is scheduled to be commissioned in August
An oriental hornet having lunch near the National Press Club in Dhaka.
A video of the incident, which took place around 10:30pm, has gone viral on social media
One or two places in Rajshahi and Khulna divisions may also experience rainfall
It also demanded that those responsible for using these fine-meshed fishing nets be identified and brought under legal accountability to ensure appropriate punishment
