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'We will leave in February'

'We're determined to hold the election in February,' says Asif Nazrul

Falling wheat acreage raises questions about food security amid climate change

Industry stakeholders say at a roundtable organised by The Daily Star today

DUCSU polls: Returning officer denies extending deadline to ‘favour a particular group’

Clarification comes a day after Gonotantrik Chhatra Sangsad accused authorities of favouring Chhatra Dal

EU provides €4m to ensure Bangladesh polls meet global standards: Miller

EU also will send a team of technical experts to Bangladesh next month to assess the situation

Potato paradox

Despite bumper harvests, Bangladesh's potato exports are held back by poor variety selection

Dhaka stocks fall again after a three-day gain

The DSEX decreased by 9.01 points to settle at 5,410.89

Bumrah returns as India names squad for Asia Cup

Jasprit Bumrah included in 15-player group alongside Kuldeep Yadav, while Yashasvi Jaiswal misses out.

Road accidents claim 418 lives in July: Road Safety Foundation

109 of them die in motorcycle accidents

Christian conversion and the politics of faith in colonial Bengal

While Europe experienced an age of evangelical awakening in the eighteenth century, political circumstances in India posed challenges to the work of missionary preaching.

Probashi Odhikar Parishad seeks July Charter recognition for expat Bangladeshis

Expat Bangladeshis were involved through remittance boycott, financial support, and diplomatic efforts, they say

July uprising victims demand law adviser’s resignation

The families and injured alleged that individuals accused in the July massacre cases were securing bail in exchange of money

Three-day programme announced in Bagerhat to protest EC move to cut constituencies

Road blockades will be enforced from Katakhali to Noapara on Thursday between 9:00am and 1:00pm

Global footballers' union urges India to revive top league

The global footballers' union on Tuesday called on India to swiftly revive their top-tier competition, saying the "escalating uncertainty" was affecting the livelihoods of national players and staff.

Muzakker Ahmadul Hoque appointed honorary consul of Croatia in Bangladesh

The appointment was made by Croatian President Zoran Milanović on May 29, 2025

Opinion

Opinion

Modernising Bangladesh’s defence is a strategic necessity

A robust defence framework enables a state to protect its interests.

One year since uprising, civil service is still stuck in crisis mode

Its performance records do not inspire confidence ahead of the elections

Business

Business

ADP spending by 12 ministries, divisions was zero in July

Slow start to development spending raises concerns about economic recovery

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Sports

Sports

Alonso says 'no excuses' as Real Madrid prepare for La Liga opener

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said the team's shortened pre-season will not be used as an excuse as they prepare to kick off their La Liga campaign at home to Osasuna on Tuesday.

Babar, Rizwan dropped to Category B in PCB's central contracts

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan drop from Category A to Category B as 12 new players are added to Pakistan's men's central contract list for 2025/26.

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

OpenAI rolls out cheapest ChatGPT plan at $4.6 in India to chase growth

India is OpenAI’s second-largest market by user base after the United States

Plastic waste from Asia inundates Sea of Japan coastline

Japan itself is one of the world's largest generators of plastic waste and is being urged to take steps to keep oceans clean

NYC Legionnaires' disease outbreak kills 5

Legionnaires' disease, which is not directly contagious from person to person, is caused by bacteria that can multiply in water and air conditioning systems.

EU delegation in a meeting with CEC

The discussions are expected to focus on election preparations and the commission's roadmap, according to EC officials

UN says record 383 aid workers killed in 2024

Besides those killed, 308 aid workers were wounded, 125 kidnapped and 45 detained last year.

Entertainment

Entertainment

Selim Al Deen 76th birth anniversary festival concludes with award ceremony

The “Selim Al Deen 76th Birth Anniversary Theatre Festival” concluded on Monday (August 18) with an award ceremony and the staging of the play “Nimojjon” at the Nilima Ibrahim Auditorium of Bangladesh Mahila Samity.

Quentin Tarantino calls ‘Inglourious Basterds’ his masterpiece

Acclaimed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has revealed which of his own films he considers his most defining works. Speaking on The Church of Tarantino podcast, the two-time Oscar winner reflected on his career and the films closest to his heart.

Greek tragedy ‘The Libation Bearers’ to be staged in Bangladesh for the first time

For the first time in Bangladesh, “The Libation Bearers”, a renowned Greek tragedy by Aeschylus, will be staged at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on August 19, 20, and 21.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Why gold still rules Bengali hearts and heritage

Gold holds deep cultural, historical, and emotional significance in Bengal, symbolising love, tradition, and financial security. From ancient trade to modern weddings, heirloom jewellery to designer pieces, gold jewellery remains timeless, versatile, and a cherished investment across generations.

Stage fright? Here's how performers turn nerves into power

Stage fright triggers anxiety, fear of failure, and physical stress, but performers can overcome it with consistent practice, mindfulness, relaxation, positive affirmations, and gradual exposure, turning nervous energy into confidence for powerful, polished public performances and successful audience connection.

Easy, simple changes to live a greener lifestyle

Adopt eco-friendly habits to reduce waste, save energy, cut emissions, and support sustainability. From using reusables and reducing meat to greener transport and mindful shopping, small lifestyle changes can significantly benefit the planet and your health.

Youth

Youth

The crises facing young artists in Bangladesh

It has become essential to understand that despite all the challenges we as a country collectively face, we must not forget those who elevate and preserve our culture and our language.

RU students still face poor food, housing woes

Following the July uprising, Rajshahi University (RU) authorities had promised sweeping reforms in hall management, particularly in dining services and seat allocation.

BRACU Law alumnus awarded full scholarship at Oxford

Rakibul Islam Bhuiyan, an alumnus of BRAC University’s (BRACU) School of Law, has been accepted into the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme at the University of Oxford.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Grammarly launches new AI agents

Grammarly, the AI-based writing assistance tool, has announced eight new specialised AI agents designed to support students and professionals with different aspects of writing, including research, feedback, and originality checks.

Next Step / Working well: the art of strategic breaks and genuine disconnection

The idea of taking a break from work may feel radical. Yet strategic pauses, whether they are micro-breaks during the workday or complete disconnection on holiday, are increasingly recognised not as indulgences, but as essential investments in productivity, creativity, and well-being.

You can now have private chats with Google Gemini

Google has introduced a new Temporary Chat feature to its Gemini app, allowing users to have private conversations that won’t be saved or used to personalise future responses. These chats will not appear in recent chats or Gemini Apps Activity, and Google says they also won’t be used to train its AI models.

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

Floodwaters recede, but suffering of northern people persists

Strong currents left deep pits in homesteads and yards, while poultry, goats and cattle were washed away in several areas

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Teesta road bridge embankment partially collapses; 1,000 families at risk

Water levels of Teesta and Dudhkumar rivers start to drop

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Waltzing in the wetlands

A pheasant-tailed jacana, known as ‘jol moyur’ in Bangla, soars over a tranquil wetland in Chuadanga.

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Looted stones being restored at Sada Pathor

The district administration, during a joint operation in Bholaganj of Sylhet’s Companiganj upazila and parts of Sylhet city, has recovered over 35,000 cubic feet of stones previously looted from the Sada Pathor tourist spot.

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Drive underway in Demra to recover Sada Pathor looted from Bholaganj

Rab claims to have found Bholaganj’s white stone stored in seven warehouses

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Contractual workers of BPC companies stage protest in Ctg

Contractual workers of oil companies under the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) staged a protest in Chattogram today to press home their five-point demand..The demonstration took place from 11:00am to 2:00pm in front of the BPC head office in the Saltgola area..Over a hundred w

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Climate change made Nordic heatwave 2C hotter: study

The heatwave was intensified by the burning of fossil fuels, which release planet-heating carbon emissions, they said.

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Sada Pathor stripped bare

Bholaganj’s Sada Pathor, a broad, shallow stretch of the Dholai River where smooth white stones once lay against the backdrop of Meghalaya’s hills, has long been one of Sylhet’s top tourist attractions.

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