BGB-BSF talks in Delhi: Border killings, push-in attempts to top agenda

The four-day director general-level conference between Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and India’s Border Security Force (BSF) is set to kick off in New Delhi tomorrow, amid tension on the frontier over alleged push-in attempts by the BSF.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Social safety net: More money, fewer schemes next fiscal year

The government is setting aside Tk 1,45,000 crore in the next fiscal year’s programme for social safety net schemes, up 14.4 percent year-on-year, with about 9.7 percent of the sum going towards the BNP’s flagship Family Card programme.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Newborns’ death: Ad-din probe only blames nurse, janitor

The internal investigation report of Ad-din Medical College Hospital blamed two low-level staff members for the deaths of six newborns, while absolving senior officials and management of responsibility, in sharp contrast to the findings of the government probe committee.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Take strict stance against extortion, crime, drugs

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday directed ruling BNP lawmakers to spend more time in their constituencies and maintain regular contact with local people.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Ankara eyes strategic ties with Dhaka

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan yesterday described his visit as the “first step” towards elevating Bangladesh-Türkiye relations to a “strategic” level.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Al-Muslim Group lays off 1,868 workers

Al-Muslim Group laid off 1,868 workers from its seven garment factories in Savar, citing a downturn in business, a move that sparked protests and allegations of labour law violations.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Conflicting letters revive debate over NCT lease

The lease process of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) of Chattogram Port has returned to the spotlight after the Ministry of Shipping issued two letters on the same day carrying seemingly different instructions.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Star journo wins Agro-Industry Media Award

Sukanta Halder, staff reporter at The Daily Star, has won the Bangladesh Agro-Industry Media Award 2025 in recognition of his outstanding reporting on Bangladesh’s agriculture and agro-processing sectors.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Govt launches nationwide anti-dengue drive

The government launched a three-month nationwide campaign yesterday to raise public awareness about dengue prevention, eliminate Aedes mosquito breeding sites, and ensure a clean environment.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

‘Mango: more than just a fruit’

Mango is part of Bengal’s history, culture, and daily life, but early harvesting, poor processing, and weak export facilities are preventing Bangladesh from realising the fruit’s full value, speakers said yesterday.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Man shot dead while hunting deer

A man was killed after being struck by a bullet while a group of hunters was chasing a deer in a rubber garden in Fatikchhari upazila of Chattogram yesterday afternoon.
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Shamim elected CJFD president, Touhidur general secretary

Ctg journos working in Dhaka announce 2026-2028 executive committee
6 June 2026, 21:01 PM

50 rescued from Malaysia-bound trawler off Teknaf, 9 arrested

Traffickers lure victims with promises of jobs abroad, Coast Guard says
6 June 2026, 21:01 PM

Man shot dead while hunting deer in Ctg's Fatikchhari

Victim dies en route to hospital; police investigating circumstances of shooting
6 June 2026, 20:39 PM

Tarique Rahman stresses area-specific tree plantation for better survival rate

Prime minister says soil, local environment must guide plantation efforts; 25cr tree programme planned
6 June 2026, 16:31 PM

Bangladesh, Turkey to form joint committee to boost defence, political ties

Annual foreign minister-level meeting also planned to strengthen strategic cooperation
6 June 2026, 15:46 PM

Breaking free from power sector looting cartel will take time: Info minister

Says govt working to restore sector after years of corruption and mismanagement
6 June 2026, 14:01 PM

CHT activists express concern over Dipen Dewan's resignation

Activists cite growing uncertainty over implementation of CHT Peace Accord
6 June 2026, 13:19 PM

CNG filling station owners seek commission hike to Tk 13.96 from Tk 8

Association warns of nationwide programme from July 1 if demand remains unmet
6 June 2026, 13:12 PM

PM chairs meeting on nationwide 25 crore tree plantation drive

Meeting discusses implementation plans and activities marking World Environment Day
6 June 2026, 12:34 PM