Gems of Nazrul launches ‘Agnibinay Notun Protibha’
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Reform must begin within parties
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PM approves highway plan to connect Bhola to rest of country
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Zonta launches ‘Nirvoy Nari’ project in Siddhirganj
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Police aiding extortion to be identified, brought under law: Home minister
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Chinese family visas for Bangladeshi women surge nearly 50‑fold in 3 years
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Bring plastic, take home a sapling
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Kolkata hotel fire: 5 Bangladeshi victims repatriated through Benapole, 1 via Bhomra
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Woman's body recovered from Bangshi river in Dhaka with clay pot tied around neck
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Will rebuild Bangladesh under Tarique Rahman’s leadership: Moyeen Khan
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TIB condemns attack on Shah Ali Shrine, urges exemplary punishment, fair probe
Asks Jamaat‑e‑Islami and Islamist parties to clarify stance on diversity and independence spirit
16 May 2026
Elenga flyover construction, rain fears raise Eid travel concerns on Jamuna highway
Authorities brace for heavy Eid traffic
16 May 2026
‘From today, let our only mission be nation-building and state reconstruction’
Says Tarique Rahman after inaugurating the re-excavation of historic Khorddo Khal canal in Chandpur
16 May 2026
Women falling behind in politics despite the spirit of July: Speakers
Reserved seat MPs and representatives are merely holding ornamental positions
16 May 2026
Body found in Padma River believed to be of Kapasia family murder suspect
Police await DNA confirmation as relative claims identification
16 May 2026
A life worth Tk 200? Woman dies after oxygen support allegedly removed in Barishal
Accused trolley man suspended; three-member probe committee formed
16 May 2026
Tobacco costs Bangladesh Tk 87,000cr annually: Experts demand higher taxes
Anti-tobacco activists call for policy reform ahead of FY2026-27 budget
16 May 2026
Despite storm losses, growers eye bumper Haribhanga mango harvest in Rangpur
Production is forecast to cross 40,000 metric tonnes, with marketing expected to begin from June 20
16 May 2026
Bangladesh’s ties with India hinge on renewal of Ganges treaty: Fakhrul
BNP leader warns failure to renew Farakka Treaty could create serious concerns for the country
16 May 2026
PM backs demand for Cumilla division, hints at agricultural university
Scheduled to inaugurate canal re-excavation, address rally at Chandpur Government College
16 May 2026
CPJ calls for release of Farzana Rupa, Mozammel Babu over ICT case
Bangladeshi authorities must stop 'weaponising' tribunal to target journalists, it says
16 May 2026
Kaarina Kaisar no more
Content creator passes away while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Chennai
16 May 2026
Brazil pledges support for Bangladesh’s UNGA presidency bid
Adviser Kobir raises Dhaka’s BRICS ambitions as both sides push for deeper Global South cooperation
16 May 2026
JU authorities announce 14-point security plan after attempted rape on campus
Quick response team, hotline, CCTV expansion and stricter entry controls among key measures
16 May 2026
Bangladesh, US sign deal on energy cooperation
Bangladesh and the US have formally signed a memorandum of understanding on strategic cooperation in the energy sector, aiming to enhance Bangladesh’s long-term energy security.
16 May 2026
Measles deaths climb to 451
Twelve more children died of measles and measles-like symptoms in the 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday, taking the total number of confirmed and suspected measles deaths to 451.
16 May 2026
Consumers stare at higher power bills
Electricity consumers are set to face higher bills as the government considers combining tariff hikes with the restructuring of residential billing slabs in a move that could sharply raise costs for middle-range users.
16 May 2026
Free media more vital than ever for democracy
The media must help society identify its failings and retain public trust through truthful, credible and independent journalism, said speakers at a discussion marking The Daily Star’s 35th anniversary in Rajshahi yesterday.
16 May 2026
Act against criminals regardless of affiliation
At least one deputy inspector general (DIG) and three superintendents of police (SPs) said senior officials repeatedly instructed them not to consider political identity during anti-drug and anti-extortion drives.
16 May 2026
Tajuddin Park or Central Park?
Confusion has emerged over the identity of Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Memorial Park in Gulshan, Dhaka, after five new signboards reading “Gulshan Central Park and Sports Complex” were installed there.
16 May 2026