Women falling behind in politics despite the spirit of July: Speakers

Reserved seat MPs and representatives are merely holding ornamental positions
16 May 2026, 18:30 PM

Body found in Padma River believed to be of Kapasia family murder suspect

Police await DNA confirmation as relative claims identification
16 May 2026, 18:28 PM

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, 18:22 PM

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, 17:58 PM

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, 15:53 PM

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, 15:07 PM

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, 14:01 PM

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, 12:33 PM

Kaarina Kaisar no more

Content creator passes away while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Chennai
16 May 2026, 02:27 AM

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, 01:40 AM

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, 01:21 AM

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, 00:00 AM

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, 00:00 AM

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, 00:00 AM

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, 00:00 AM

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, 00:00 AM

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, 00:00 AM

Dhaka cattle markets: BNP-linked bidders get lion’s share

The two Dhaka city corporations have so far completed the leasing process for 17 makeshift cattle markets ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, with most leases going to BNP leaders or individuals linked to the party.
16 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Coast Guard arrests 3 suspected robbers in Sundarbans drive

Operation launched on May 13 after 4 fishermen were abducted
15 May 2026, 17:11 PM

50 SSC answer scripts recovered from school field in Thakurgaon

Police recovers Bangladesh and Global Studies scripts
15 May 2026, 14:41 PM