Dhora organised a press conference at the National Press Club today. Photo: Star

Chattogram-Cox's Bazar railway worsened flooding: Dhora

2 hour(s) ago Environment

Del Bosque tells Spain not to underestimate 'nuisance' Argentina

1 hour(s) ago FIFA World Cup 2026

Former Spain coach Vicente del Bosque believes Spain hold the edge ahead of the FIFA World Cup final against Argentina but has warned that the defending champions' resilience, experience and tactical discipline make them dangerous opponents.

Teen motorcyclist killed after being hit by e-rickshaw in Dakshinkhan

1 hour(s) ago Accidents & Fires

No man-marking Messi in final, insists Spain coach

7 hour(s) ago FIFA World Cup 2026

Messi, playing in what is expected to be his final World Cup, remains Argentina's biggest threat as they seek to defend their title against a Spain side chasing a first global crown since 2010.

Business Plus / Pharma industry’s next big leap

18 July 2026, 00:00 AM Business

Bangladesh’s drugmakers are pursuing complex medicines to expand exports and improve patient access

Star Special / Rohingyas coming in through hidden hill routes

18 July 2026, 08:00 AM Investigative Stories

SSC results likely after July 28 as boards miss July 20 deadline

3 hour(s) ago Education

Mahasthangarh: Government moves SC to lift HC bar on development work

5 hour(s) ago Bangladesh

Waterborne diseases surge in flood-hit Ctg region

18 July 2026, 00:00 AM Bangladesh

2 HSC examinees killed in Narsingdi crash

2 hour(s) ago Accidents & Fires

CCC launches 'Amader Chattogram' app to streamline civic services

46 MIN(s) ago Bangladesh

We must fix the microplastic menace

Editorial

The dreams of girls in a Bangladesh river char

Laila Khondkar

Unheard Voices

The younger a girl is when she gets married, the lower the dowry. That is why parents arrange child marriages.

The global refugee crisis and Bangladesh's Rohingya challenge

Bulbul Siddiqi

Geopolitical Insights

Economic diplomacy is no longer optional for Bangladesh

Ashfaq Zaman

Views

The recent push to brand Bangladesh as stable, predictable, and open for business is a good start, and honestly, overdue.

Spotlight

From Maradona to Messi: Bangladesh's enduring love for Argentina

5 hour(s) ago FIFA World Cup 2026

There are rooftops draped in blue and white and murals of Lionel Messi everywhere -- but this is not Argentina, it is Bangladesh where football-crazy fans are again celebrating their unique bond with the South American giants.

Ghonoghota 2: Monsoon dance returns to Bokultola

17 July 2026, 00:00 AM My Dhaka

The rains return, and with them, a celebration of rhythm and resilience. Arthy Ahmed Dance Academy, in collaboration with the Faculty of Fine Arts (Charukola Onushod), University of Dhaka, will stage “Ghonoghota 2” -- a monsoon dance recital following the resounding success of last year’s inaugural production.