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Tk 32,554cr plan for Dhaka’s water future

24 July 2026, 00:00 AM Bangladesh

The government has unveiled a Tk 32,554 crore plan to strengthen Dhaka’s water security by developing five large reservoirs around the capital to reduce dependence on rapidly depleting groundwater.

King Charles opens slimmed down Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

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Nine hurdles keeping FDI away

24 July 2026, 00:00 AM Economy

Foreign investors have to wait for up to a year just to secure basic business approvals. For imports and exports, they face port waiting times that are more than double those in neighbouring South Asian countries.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / July charter implementation: Growing distance between BNP and the opposition is worrisome

24 July 2026, 00:00 AM THE THIRD VIEW

After our Liberation War, we started off with the parliamentary system of government. Then Bangabandhu himself betrayed that vision and that of multiparty democracy by instituting BAKSAL, a one-party system, and introducing the presidential model of government.

President set to resign after Speaker’s return

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Why Bangladesh innovates but rarely builds global companies

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Bangladesh startups struggle because a severe commercialisation gap prevents local innovation from achieving global scale and industrialisation.

The Tagore paradox: Why critique strengthens his legacy

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The journey of Qawwali across South Asia: Music, mysticism, and cultural exchange

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The highly melodic nature of qawwali enables listeners to memorise and sing it with ease.

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Tajuddin Ahmad: A life for Bangladesh

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On Tajuddin Ahmad's 101st birth anniversary, revisiting his life, leadership, and enduring legacy.

Why secularism is losing ground in South Asia

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The decolonial vocabulary of postcolonial theory inadvertently empowers Hindu nationalism by legitimising reactionary, religious cultural traditionalism.

Buildings violating height restrictions near Dhaka airport

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Argentina vs Spain World Cup final analysis

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What a $50m panda bond could buy Bangladesh

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FSRU glitch cuts gas supply by 17%

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‘Textbooks should not undermine girls' confidence or reinforce the beauty myth’

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Why is the measles response still falling short?

23 July 2026, 12:00 PM

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Govt forms committee to review ship industry laws

24 July 2026, 00:00 AM

US textile bodies question reciprocal trade pact clause

24 July 2026, 00:00 AM

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24 July 2026, 00:00 AM

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gender discrimination in Bangladesh workplaces

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Reflections / Reconsidering Article 70 in our Constitution

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Law Review / What reforms do our parents’ maintenance law need?

22 July 2026, 00:00 AM Law & Our Rights

The handbags you will keep reaching for every season

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Recently, Reuters claimed that she wants to return to the country in December. But the question is, what will happen if Sheikh Hasina returns? Will she face trial? Will she be able to appeal?

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Watch today's episode of Star Discourse to find out more.

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All food businesses now need safety registration

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Every person or company involved in the food supply chain, from street food vendors and small restaurants to importers and large-scale food processors, will now have to obtain registration or a licence from the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority, according to new regulations.

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