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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

On August 7, a group of miscreants killed Tuhin, 40, worked as a staff reporter of Mymensingh-based daily Pratidiner Kagoj

A year on, interim government stabilises economy but slows crucial reform initiatives

EC publishes draft updated voter list with 12.61cr voters

The final list will be released on October 31

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

Dhaka stocks fall for fourth day

The DSEX declined 57.03 points to settle at 5,351.03

Crime against humanity: ICT accepts charges against ex-DMP chief Habibur, 4 others

The International Crimes Tribunal today accepted charges against five former police officials, including the then DMP commissioner Habibur Rahman, over the killing of two people and the shooting and injuring of two others in Rampura during the July Uprising..The tribunal also issued arrest

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.

Two relatives beaten to death over suspected van theft in Rangpur

Joyful wedding preparations turn into mourning

Wirtz named Germany's Player of the Year

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.

NBR warns taxpayers against ‘zero return’ misconceptions

Tax authority says showing false zero income, expenses in returns is a crime

15-member team to review 11 key areas ahead of fuel loading

286 new GPA-5s, 293 pass after SSC result re-evaluation under Dhaka Board

The Dhaka Education Board announced the revised results after rechecking answer scripts

Govt to procure 40,000 body cameras for February election

Govt plans to procure the cameras for police to enhance security at voting booths

AN OPEN DIALOGUE / Why opinion polls still matter

Opinion polls are, in a sense, a necessary evil. They can often incur the wrath of those in power, or of individuals whose views are not corroborated by, or match, the information provided by a survey.

Ctg port detects radiation in scrap shipment from Brazil

Radiation was detected through the Megaports Initiative Radiation Detection System

Opinion

Opinion

Israel’s plan for Gaza condemnable

World leaders must come together to protect Palestinians’ rights

How law was manoeuvred for human rights violations during July uprising

The complicit role of law in human rights violations was armoured by institutional inability and weakness.

Business

Business

Dhaka stocks rise in early trade

The DSEX gained 8.82 points, reaching 5,416.89 by 11:04 am

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Sports

Sports

Sesko's 'great potential' excites Man Utd boss Amorim ​​​​​​​

New Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko has all the attributes needed to help bolster their attack, manager Ruben Amorim said as he hopes to unlock the 22-year-old Slovenian's full potential after his big-money move to Old Trafford.

Nahid shines in fitness test

Pacer Nahid Rana stood out during Bangladesh’s fitness test at the National Stadium today.

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

Now JU students demand ban on hall politics

The demonstration began hours after Dhaka University authorities banned all forms of hall-level student politics.

China wants US to relax AI chip-export controls for trade deal, FT reports

The White House, State Department and China's foreign ministry did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the report.

Two minor girls drown in Brahmanbaria river

Two minor girls drowned in the Bak-Longon river in Nasirnagar upazila of Brahmanbaria yesterday evening

Journalist, mother beaten up in Lalmonirhat; 1 held

After a case was filed against 11 people over the attack, police arrested one of the accused last night

Trump open to Alaska summit with Putin and Zelenskiy, White House says

However, the White House is currently planning a bilateral meeting with Putin at his request, the official added.

Entertainment

Entertainment

‘Culture for Identity: From Soil to Soul’ celebrates the Indigenous spirit

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.

101 years of SM Sultan

Even after being acclaimed and acknowledged all over the world, including India, Pakistan, the USA, Britain, and Europe, SM Sultan’s artworks before the 1950s remain a mystery as most of these could not be traced due to his nomadic nature.

Netflix drops trailer for star-studded mystery ‘The Thursday Murder Club’

Netflix has released the official trailer for “The Thursday Murder Club”, Chris Columbus’ film adaptation of Richard Osman’s bestselling novel. The mystery thriller, premiering August 28, brings together an impressive cast led by Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie.

Life & Living

Life & Living

#Events / “Ghonoghota” unites all ages through monsoon dance

"Ghonoghota," a monsoon-themed dance production by the Arthy Ahmed Dance Academy, featured adult beginners from diverse backgrounds, performing Rabindranath Tagore’s works. The event celebrated participation over perfection, highlighting the joy of starting anew at any age.

House Café rekindles Dhaka’s café culture of the past

House Café in Dhanmondi offers a calm, minimalist space for relaxation and conversation, focusing on comfort over trends. With a simple yet thoughtful menu, it serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes and quality drinks, fostering slow-paced enjoyment.

#Perspective / Synonyms of bravery: Martyrs who became symbols

It’s been barely a year since July 2024, yet it feels like an eternity. The smoke clouding the sky, the gunshots, the sounds heard across the country — all seem like distant memories. However, no matter how fleeting our minds are, the collective conscience of the nation remembers the martyrs — brave individuals who sacrificed their lives so that we can have a country that is fair and just.

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

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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Rain may continue across Bangladesh for five more days: BMD

Authorities urge vigilance in flood-prone, low-lying areas as active monsoon persists

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Why was July 2025 wetter in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh experienced three low-pressure systems on July 7, July 14 and July 24 which led to heavy rain

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