The stock market has bounced back strongly within two months of falling to its lowest in the past five years, thanks to some macroeconomic-level recoveries, including a drop in inflation and the strengthening of the local currency against the greenback.
The Bangladesh Army has no intention or effort to conceal any information about the victims of the aircraft crash at Milestone School and College..Lt Col Sami-Ud-Daula Chowdhury, director of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), made the remarks in a notification today, amid widespre
Government to import US wheat, seeking lower tariffs for Bangladesh exports
The Singaporean medical team is being led by Dr Chong See Jack, senior consultant at Singapore General Hospital
Instead, families chose to take the bodies of their loved ones back to their ancestral villages for burial
He made the remarks after a meeting today with party leaders
Says he will step down if employers find fault, but sees no reason to resign
This is the third coronavirus-related death in the division this year
This is the final instalment in a three-part series based on a foresight analysis centred on Bangladesh’s transition.
Over the past eight years until fiscal year 2023-24, the country’s economy grew by more than 50 percent, painting a rosy picture of performance by major sectors, while the expansion did not translate into job creation.
The committee, led by the principal, has been asked to submit its report within three working days
The 18th day of the second phase of the dialogue began shortly after 11:00am
The negotiation team from Bangladesh will fly to America once the USTR fixes a date for the talks
Their identity could not be known immediately
In his verdict, the judge said the prosecution failed to prove the charges brought against Annie
A video of the incident, which took place around 10:30pm, has gone viral on social media
Govt must fully restore peace, address security and investigation concerns
If your idea of resisting state failure is to equate “femininity” with cowardice, you are not challenging injustice. You are reinforcing it.
India, UK ready to sign historic trade pact Thursday, say officials
Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has made a notable leap of 17 places to break into the top 10. He now sits in the joint-ninth position with India’s Arshdeep Singh, both on 653 rating points.
For the first time in history, the Bangladesh women’s football team have qualified for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, a tournament that will take place from March 1–21, 2026, in three Australian cities: Sydney, Perth, and Gold Coast, featuring 12 nations.
This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
The court also ordered the ACC to send a copy of the order to the special superintendent of police (immigration) of the Special Branch for the next course of action
There was no crowd of curious onlookers at the hospital this morning
The plan involves five dams along a 50‑km stretch where the river plunges 2,000 metres off the Tibetan Plateau.
"If you are asking whether the deal includes steel and aluminium, it does not," Ryosei Akazawa told reporters in Washington.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF), Save the Children, and Oxfam are among the 111 organisations that signed the statement
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...
Popular rock band Nagar Baul James has expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic accident at Milestone School and College. According to the organisers, a portion of the proceeds from one of their upcoming concerts will be allocated to support the families of those killed and injured in the incident.
Today marks the fourth death anniversary of Fakir Alamgir, the legendary Bangladeshi folk and mass music singer whose voice fueled movements and inspired generations. To commemorate his life and contributions, cultural groups, including Wrishiz Shilpi Gosthi and Bangladesh Ganasangeet Samonnoy Parishad, have arranged for a series of events.
Expressing solidarity with the victims and their families, the Film Exhibitors Association issued a statement late last night. Secretary Awlad Hossain said the organisation is “deeply saddened by the loss of so many young lives” and prays for the swift recovery of those injured.
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.
The Anarkali is a timeless garment blending heritage, elegance, and sustainability. With flowing silhouettes and intricate craftsmanship, it transcends trends, embodying slow fashion and cultural pride — making it a must-have in every modern wardrobe.
Experience serene monsoon travel in Sunamganj and Sylhet with a peaceful Tanguar Haor boat stay, breathtaking Niladri Lake, and the mystical Ratargul swamp forest. Reconnect with nature and escape urban chaos in Bangladesh.
The Campus team extends its most profound and sincere condolences to the survivors and the families of the victims.
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.
Superman conveys a message about kindness, hope, and how our choices represent who we are.
Alibaba Group has introduced Qwen3-Coder, an open-source AI model designed for software development tasks. The announcement comes amid growing competition among technology companies developing AI coding tools.
OpenAI has announced a new upgrade to ChatGPT, introducing "agentic capabilities" that enable the AI model to perform complex tasks autonomously while possessing what the company describes as "high biological and chemical capabilities".
OpenAI has announced a $50 million (£39 million) fund to help nonprofit and community organisations implement AI solutions. The fund will support organisations working in education, healthcare, economic opportunity, and community organising, says the company.
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
In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star on Thursday afternoon, Ishraque talked about some of the issues regarding the legality of the mayoral post, his stance over the matter, his current strife with the government, and the ongoing situation surrounding the Nagar Bhaban
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
There is no waterlogging this year, says an official of the Raozan Municipality
With rain setting the scene, three Indian white-eyes enjoy a communal bath in Chattogram’s Hazarikhil -- a ritual among birds to build social bonds.
Some 22% of wetlands, both freshwater systems such as peat lands, rivers and lakes, and coastal marine systems including mangroves and coral reefs, have disappeared since 1970
Rainfall since early morning flooded parts of Dhaka city including low-lying roads in Mirpur, Moghbazar, and Shantinagar
Most parts of Jashore town and its adjacent areas have been waterlogged after relentless rainfall over two consecutive days
Around 70% of the municipality is affected if it rains for an hour
