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Govt finally begins work on health reforms

Agencies asked to submit plans by August 5

Steel rod prices have fallen below Tk 90,000 per tonne for the first time in more than three years, as construction demand continues to fall amid reduced government spending and economic uncertainty..The retail price of 60-grade mild steel (MS) rod, widely used by construction sites and in

The labour and employment adviser exchanged views with labour department officials, employees, and trade union leaders, and distributed cheques among workers

Business Plus / The end of exemption?

TRIPS waiver end poses dual challenge: legal and technological

Effective tariff for RMG exports to US climbs to 36.5%: BGMEA

The tariff will be a bit less if 20% of the cotton used in garment production is sourced from the USA

Bangladesh, US wrap up Tiger Shark military exercise

Drills aimed at boosting Indo-Pacific cooperation and interoperability

Jaiswal's hundred leaves England needing Oval-record chase to beat India

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's excellent hundred in the fifth and deciding Test at the Oval on Saturday left England needing to break a record that has stood for over a hundred years in their quest for a 3-1 series win.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / Kudos for consensus in some vital areas

If our political culture is to change, the functioning of our political parties must change dramatically.

‘Partially buried, extorted’ / Businessman allegedly forced to pay Tk 4cr at gunpoint

Suspended BNP leader and journalist accused in complaint filed by wife

Deal information to be made public with US’ consent: commerce adviser

Dhaka comes out from issues that might go indirectly against country’s interest, he says

Reform companies act to meet global standards: experts

They made the call at a DCCI workshop

Nahid announced that the NCP will hold a rally at the Shaheed Minar at 4:00pm tomorrow

More cricketers showing interest in coaching ‘great for cricket’, says Bashar

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) game development committee chairman and former national team captain Habibul Bashar was excited to see more and more cricketers showing interest to get into coaching, terming it “a great thing” for the country’s cricket.

CPA seeks data on shipping agents’ losses due to customs shutdown

The loss estimates need to be submitted within three working days

Traffic alert: Dhaka roads to avoid tomorrow amid JCD, NCP rallies

Commuters, examinees are advised to avoid Shahbagh, Shaheed Minar, Suhrawardy Udyan

Expelled student leader Jane Alam Apu placed on 4-day remand in extortion case

He claims innocence, breaks down in court as police seek to recover extorted money

Opinion

Opinion

Prevent waterlogging in Dhaka North

We need good governance and real solutions

Time for political parties to prioritise disability rights

Inclusion of disability rights in manifestos is both a democratic necessity and a litmus test of a party’s commitment to equality.

Business

Business

Bangladesh Submarine Cable Company crosses 4 Tbps bandwidth supply milestone

Previously, on April 28 this year, BSCPLC had crossed the 3 Tbps mark

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Sports

Sports

Jaiswal’s century puts India in command

His 125-ball ton, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, marked his second century of the series, bookending it after his century in the series opener. 

'Abahani will always remain a cherished chapter in my life'

After six remarkable years with one of the most iconic football clubs in Bangladesh, Mohammad Ridoy has decided to turn a new page in his professional journey.

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

Lalmonirhat Jamaat leader removed from post over forging UNO’s signature

He allegedly submitted 13 recruitment files to the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education using a scanned copy of UNO's signature without authorisation

Five dead as Cox’s Bazar Express hits auto-rickshaw in Ramu

It was an unauthorised, unmanned level crossing, Chattogram divisional railway manager says

Jamaat ameer undergoes successful bypass surgery

He is currently in ICU and is expected to return home within seven days, doctor says

Man hacked to death in Khulna

A human hauler driver was hacked to death in Khulna's Digholia upazila early today

Entertainment

Entertainment

A glimpse into Farida Poppy’s golden era

Veteran actress Farida Poppy has taken a nostalgic trip down memory lane, sharing a series of rare photographs from her early career on Facebook. The post, which features a collage of portraits and film stills from her golden days in the industry, was warmly received by fans.

‘Bidrupe Bidroho’ and the anatomy of satire as resistance

"Bidrupe Bidroho", the six-day exhibition currently underway at La Gallerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka, revives the spirit of resistance. Organised by Earki, the exhibition has been organised to mark the first anniversary of the July 2024 uprising, the 36-day-long people’s movement that culminated in the overthrow of the Awami League regime.

Shah Rukh Khan wins first National Film Award for ‘Jawan’

Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan has won the National Film Award for Best Actor for the very first time in his 30-year-long career. The 59-year-old actor was jointly honoured alongside Vikrant Massey for their performances in “Jawan” and “12th Fail”, respectively, at the 71st National Film Awards.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Friendship Day is for women who fix each other’s crowns

Female friendship is radical, restorative, and real — a chosen sisterhood offering unconditional love, emotional survival, and sanctuary in a world that demands perfection. On Friendship Day, celebrate the women who hold your world together.

#Perspective / July 36: When Dhaka’s people took over

When Bangladesh’s government collapsed on August 5, 2024—nicknamed July 36—it wasn’t institutions but ordinary citizens, especially Gen Z, who stepped up. Amid chaos, solidarity emerged, revealing unexpected resilience in a generation once dismissed as apolitical.

Between two stitches: Classic cuts, modern eyes

There’s a new kind of dressing quietly taking over wardrobes, and it’s not flowing with trends or chasing attention. It is where classic silhouettes meet sharp cuts, handwoven traditions sit beside statement styling, and familiar textures are reimagined in ways that feel just right for now.

Youth

Youth

The curious case of the vanishing bees: Explained

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

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.

Does the Computer Science curriculum in Bangladesh need a reset?

In this ever-expanding universe of subfields, a single, generalised undergraduate degree can begin to feel like a jack-of-all-trades programme that risks giving students only superficial exposure to areas they may later wish to master.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Press Release / Bangladesh submarine crosses 4 terabyte bandwidth milestone

Bangladesh Submarine Cables PLC (BSCPLC) has reached a threshold of 4 terabytes per second in real-time internet traffic as of August 1, 2025.

Google to invest $6 billion in Indian data centre: report

Google will invest $6 billion to build a 1-gigawatt data centre in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, marking its first such direct investment in India, according to a recent report by Reuters.

ESG bootcamp 2025 held in Dhaka

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. 

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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

Jashore flooded after heavy rainfall

Aman seedbeds and vegetable crops destroyed

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Light to moderate rain likely throughout Bangladesh in next 24 hours

Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicted rain or thundershowers with temporary gusty wind over the country in the next 24 hours commencing 9:00am today.

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Wings wide open

A peacock pansy spreads its glorious wings while resting on a flower in Chattogram’s Banshkhali tea garden.

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Khasi livelihoods under threat as 1,700 betel trees felled in Jaflong

The incident occurred near the Pratappur border BGB camp in Ward-6 of Paschim Jaflong union

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Kafco clears Tk 950 crore dues to gas distributor

The amount had been mounting since August 2023 when the previous contract expired

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Rizwana calls for stronger action against wildlife traffickers

Benefits of tiger conservation must be made visible to the public, she says

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Stronger laws, awareness key to tackle city waste

Speakers tell Bela public hearing

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3 hours of rain flood low-lying areas in Ctg

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.

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