At least 75 people were injured as clashes broke out at the Secretariat between law enforcers and HSC examinees
Political parties must make their unity against fascism more visible, says Yunus
The team consists of two doctors and one nurse
The mourning programme was observed to honour the victims of the tragedy
India suffered a potentially major setback when Rishabh Pant retired hurt on the first day of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford on Wednesday before they reached stumps on 264-4.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami team-mate Jordi Alba could face a suspension after withdrawing from Major League Soccer's All-Star game, multiple US media reports said on Wednesday.
In a statement issued today, TIB described the absence of these two constitutional bodies as "an unacceptable example of negligence toward state responsibility"
80% of the varieties are suitable for the Boro and Aman seasons
The accident happened when the victims were going to visit an ailing patient in Sirajganj, say police
Contrary to earlier reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to participate virtually in the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled to take place over the next two days in Dhaka.
Amid speculations and uncertainties, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is set to take place in Dhaka on Thursday and Friday, as per schedule. This is the first time such a high-level meeting of the continental cricket body is taking place in the country.
Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has said that the party wants an election "free from muscle power and black money.".He said holding a fair and disciplined general election is crucial to restoring order in the country. .He also expressed hope that the next national polls will be
It also noted that all preparations must be completed by Dec 31
Police detain two accused brothers
The group also viewed and analysed photographic and video evidence of Arakan Army crimes
There are no words large enough to hold the weight of what happened at Milestone School and College.
Govt must fully restore peace, address security and investigation concerns
The United States Trade Representative (USTR), the chief trade negotiation body of the American government, is yet to provide a specific date and time to Bangladesh for the launch of the third and final round of tariff negotiations, although time is running out.
Rangamati district administration on Wednesday provided a financial assistance of two lakh taka, on behalf of the government, for the treatment of the mother of national women’s football team’s star winger Ritu Porna Chakma.
World No.1 Jannik Sinner is teaming up once again with Umberto Ferrara, the fitness coach he sacked in the summer of 2024 after it was revealed that the Italian had tested positive for doping, his management team announced on Wednesday.
This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
Education Adviser Prof CR Abrar yesterday said the delay in deciding to postpone Tuesday’s Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination was “reasonable”.
At least four dengue patients died and 319 others were hospitalised in the 24 hours till yesterday morning.
The main gate of Milestone College in Dhaka’s Uttara has remained closed since yesterday morning, with entry restricted to law enforcement personnel only.
Tajuddin Ahmad, the founding Prime Minister of Bangladesh, is a towering political figure whose unwavering patriotism, strategic acumen, crisis management skills, and leadership in nation-building deserve thorough study, said his admirers yesterday.
Human rights group Fortify Rights has urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate war crimes committed by the Arakan Army (AA), including abductions, torture, killings, and beheadings of Rohingya civilians.
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...
And just like that, the ‘Prince of Darkness’ is back in his kingdom. While the world mourns, afterlife welcomes him home, with open arms. Ozzy is finally reunited with his beloved mama and his dearest friend, Randy Rhoads.
A music video titled “Lukochuri”, an interpretive Bengali translation of AR Rahman’s “Lukachuppi”, has been released in tribute to the children who lost their lives in the recent tragedy at Milestone School.
“Boner Dhare Nodi” is set along a riverbank deep in the forest, where animals—wolves, elephants, deer, rabbits, monkeys, butterflies—live in harmony until a territorial dispute arises.
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.
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.
Palestinian architect Sara Khasib highlights how architecture in Palestine symbolises resilience and identity amid land fragmentation, demolition, and occupation, urging global solidarity and architectural engagement as acts of resistance and preservation.
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.
Google's AI-generated search summaries, part of its 'AI Overviews' feature, are significantly decreasing click-through rates to external websites, according to a new study by the Pew Research Center, a US-based think tank. The research, based on 900 US adults' search behaviours, reveals that users click on traditional website links just 8% of the time when these AI overviews appear, which is nearly half the 15% click-through rate for standard search results.
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.
US President Donald Trump has recently signed a law to regulate stablecoins, cryptocurrencies pegged to the US dollar, in a move that could push them into everyday use for payments in the US.
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
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
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
