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Garment exports drop 12% in Q4

US trade measures and the NBR strike weighed on shipments

Two cousins were killed and another critically injured after a private car lost control and hit a divider near the Mohakhali flyover in Dhaka’s Banani early today..The victims are Nazmul Huda Rintu, 42, and Shawkat Hossain Kanan, 37, of Old Dhaka’s Hazaribagh area, said police..Hasna

Students said repeated complaints to the administration had gone unheard and vowed not to reopen the facilities until their 13 demands were met.

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.

Will China’s mega dam on the Brahmaputra threaten Bangladesh’s future?

The government of China has formally embarked on constructing what is projected to become the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River, known downstream as the Brahmaputra in India and Bangladesh.

Another accused in journo Tuhin murder case arrested in Kishoreganj

With this, a total of eight people has been arrested in the incident

Election date to be disclosed two months before schedule: CEC

EC is preparing to hold the next national election within a short timeframe, he says

Column by Mahfuz Anam / July Declaration: Where is the roadmap for our future journey?

Denigration of our Liberation War will never be acceptable

Ukraine's Zelenskiy rejects land concessions ahead of Trump-Putin talks

​​​​​​​Trump to meet Putin on August 15 in Alaska

Business Plus / Tariff math favours Bangladesh in shifting US trade landscape

The shift of the USA to reciprocal tariffs has shaken global trade. But for Bangladesh, it’s opened a rare window of opportunity

Indigenous rights ignored by all govts, says PCJSS leader

Ushatan Talukder calls for unity, full implementation of CHT Peace Accord

Mujibul Haque Chunnu apologises for past election participation

Pre-OSART mission to begin at Rooppur nuclear plant Sunday

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

Nationwide protests demand justice for slain journo Tuhin

Journalists form human chains, rallies across districts after Gazipur killing

Women deliberately excluded from July Declaration: CPD research director

Their exclusion was clearly intentional, he says

UK team in Bangladesh to treat Milestone jet crash victims

Specialists to work with local clinicians for three weeks at burn institute

Opinion

Opinion

Mass rallies must respect commuters’ rights

Public convenience seems to be nobody’s headache.

Occupation and slaughter: Netanyahu and taking over Gaza

The Israeli prime minister received a majority approval from his cabinet colleagues to take over Gaza City on August 8, 2025.

Business

Business

Dhaka stocks end 8-week winning run

The DSEX dropped 35.35 points to close the week at 5,408.07

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Sports

Sports

New Zealand crush Zimbabwe to sweep the Test series

With this emphatic victory, the Kiwis under stand-in captain Mitchell Santner, secured a 2-0 series win.

Club World Cup win fuels Chelsea’s ambitions for new season

Chelsea want to start the new season with a spring in their step after winning the inaugural Club World Cup last month and bolstering their already huge squad with another string of new young players.

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

Colourful rally marks International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples in Khagrachhari

In the morning, a colourful procession was brought out from Mahajan Para Surjoshikha Club, organised by the International Indigenous Day Celebration Committee

2 held over 'gang-rape' of woman in Bogura

Couple picked up after husband fails to repay loan, case statement says

Paturia-Daulatdia launch services resume after 13 hours

Launch services on the Paturia-Daulatdia waterway resumed this morning after a 13-hour suspension

All forms of overt and covert politics banned at DU halls: proctor

As per decision taken on July 17, 2024, regarding the ban on hall-centric issues, the hall administration will be able to take decisions, VC says

Entertainment

Entertainment

My father's music always heals: Alif Alauddin

On his fifth death anniversary this year, Alif Alauddin has paid a heartfelt tribute by collaborating with several musicians for an unplugged session of his most popular songs, works that continue to influence and inspire others.

‘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.

Adnan Al Rajeev’s ‘Ali’ to compete at 50th TIFF

TIFF 2025, set to run from September 4 to 14 in Toronto, will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year and is expected to draw the world's top filmmakers, industry executives, and press, making it an exceptional opportunity for the “Ali” team to share their work with an international audience.

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

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.

One year post-uprising: How do students view Bangladesh today?

How much of the students' expectations after the uprising have been fulfilled?

A story of cards, consoles, and anime: My life growing up with Pokémon

Pokémon were not just characters on a screen; they were companions that guided me through the trials of childhood.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Instagram’s new map shows exactly where your crew’s at

Instagram has recently introduced some new features to make it easier for people to connect with friends through content along with a new map feature that allows users to share their location with selected friends. 

WhatsApp banned 6.8 million accounts linked to scams

WhatsApp has banned more than 6.8 million accounts in the first half of 2025, citing links to organised scam operations, some of which are believed to be run from criminal centres in Southeast Asia. 

Apple pledges additional $100 billion US investment amid tariff talks

Apple plans to invest an extra $100 billion into US, President Trump announced Wednesday, in a move that may help the tech giant avoid potential iPhone tariffs.

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

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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Evict 508 illegal structures from Gomti river: HC

The High Court yesterday directed the deputy commissioner of Cumilla to take necessary steps to evict 508 illegal structures occupying the banks of Gomti river in the district within six months.

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