Bangladesh demanded $4.52 bn and an apology from Pakistan, what’s next?

What does this BBC report indicate? And more broadly speaking, what does the resumption of diplomatic talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan signify?

What's stopping the govt from breaking market syndicates?

Watch to find out more in today's episode of Star Explains with Ahsan

'What changed in 100 years?'

Watch today's Star Special to find the answer

Podcast

Podcast

Podcast / Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Mithila

Mithila drops by our studio to talk about her life, career and some burning issues that divide our nation.

Podcast / What’s wrong with the BPL?

The 10th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on January 19, with defending champions Comilla Victorians taking on Durdanto Dhaka. Ahead of the latest season, The Daily Star’s Sports Podcast Pitch Perfect points out factors associated with the franchise tournament which are far from ideal.

Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft Shohel Mondol & Neelanjona Neela

Shohel Mondol and Neelanjona Neela drops by our new podcast to talk about their lives, careers and more

Business Multimedia

Business Multimedia

Which savings certificate offers the highest returns?

In recent years, treasury bills and bond interest rates have exceeded those of savings certificates

Food prices stubbornly high despite govt measures

When prices of widely consumed staples like potatoes, edible oil, sugar or onions spike and remain inflated for extended periods, it understandably hits the poor and low-income people where it hurts the most: in their wallet.

How can Bangladesh resolve economic, political problems?

Why is Bangladesh facing economic problems? Why did the country fail to follow the IMF's loan conditions? What are the remedies?

Water cannon and the story of a protesting mother

What’s the story behind this photo captured by The Daily Star’s Prabir Das?

2m ago
Culture Multimedia

Culture Multimedia

Garo festival 'Wangala' pay tribute to Mishi Saljong in Dhaka

'Wangala' or harvest festival is celebrated by the Garos to pay tribute to this deity for the new crop and to ask permission to consume it

Rahim rears int'l standard racing pigeons of local breed

Find out more about Abdur Rahim on today's Inside Bangladesh

Durga Puja: 65ft Kumbhakarna with 501 idols in Khulna

There is a 65-foot long sleeping idol of Kumbhakarna, along with 501 idols based on stories from the four ages of Hindu mythology. An array of activities are going on centring this year's Durga Puja at Shikdar Bari in Hakimpur village in Khulna

Bangladesh demanded $4.52 bn and an apology from Pakistan, what’s next?

What does this BBC report indicate? And more broadly speaking, what does the resumption of diplomatic talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan signify?

1w ago

What's stopping the govt from breaking market syndicates?

Watch to find out more in today's episode of Star Explains with Ahsan

1w ago

Preparations on for Ananda Shobhajatra at Dhaka University

The procession marking the Bengali New Year

2w ago

How will Trump's tariff impact Bangladesh?

Find out more in Star Explains

3w ago

Will Hamza Choudhury's inclusion revive Bangladesh football?

If the BFF utilises this upsurge in interest from footballers and fans, it could be a game changer for Bangladesh football.

1m ago

Could the interim govt bring relief to macroeconomy?

Restoring stability to the country’s macroeconomy has been the interim government’s biggest challenge

1m ago

Syed Manzur Elahi: A dream, a unique success story

Find out more about his life on today’s Star Explains

1m ago

Diners harassed during Ramadan in Lakshmipur

Abdul Aziz, acting president of the Lakshmipur Merchants' Association, allegedly harassed young and elderly individuals for eating during daylight hours in Ramadan

1m ago

Security guards can now arrest people

Private security personnel deployed in residential areas, markets and shopping malls will now serve as members of the “Auxiliary Police Force” with the authority to make arrests.

1m ago

'What changed in 100 years?'

Watch today's Star Special to find the answer

1m ago