Five Bangladeshis confirmed among 9 killed in Kolkata hotel fire
19 August 2026
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Accidents and Fires
Pay scale: When will govt employees get a pay hike?
19 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
Sheikh Hasina's extradition: What will India consider, and who will decide?
19 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
Update / They drifted to their deaths over 11 days
17 August 2026
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Bangladesh
Torn notes? Here's how to get your money back from bank
12 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
Delhi's invitation amid diplomatic tensions: Will Tarique Rahman visit India?
13 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
SSC pass rate falls to 62.25%; GPA-5 holders also decline
10 August 2026
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Education
How much have the people’s aspirations been reflected in post-July Bangladesh?
2 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
The future of student politics in Bangladesh: Post-July crisis or a new hope?
1 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
David Emon: How the fugitive 'top criminal' was brought down
1 August 2026
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Star Multimedia
What is digital bank?
How would it be if it was possible to get bank loan with just a few clicks on your mobile phone or can deposit money in or withdraw money from your bank account while sipping tea sitting on a roadside tea stall?
1 September 2023
Japan PM dines on Fukushima fish amid nuclear plant water row
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida dines on Fukushima fish in a renewed public relations effort to support Japanese seafood, after wastewater was released from the area's crippled nuclear plant into the Pacific
31 August 2023
Laundering S$1b: Singapore denies bail to foreigners, slaps charges
Ten foreigners accused of involvement in a major money laundering operation in Singapore were again remanded to custody on Wednesday, with new charges slapped on eight
31 August 2023
BNP marks International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
BNP leaders and activists formed a silent human chain with tying black cloths over their faces at the party’s central office in Nayapaltan today, marking International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
30 August 2023
Bangladesh’s Asia Cup mission gets underway with Sri Lanka encounter
Bangladesh have made the Asia Cup final three times but are still searching for their first trophy. Can Shakib Al Hasan’s side put an end to their trophy hunt? The wait continues but before that let’s take a look at Bangladesh’s strengths, weaknesses, and chances of winning. The Tigers begin their Asia Cup mission with an encounter against Sri Lanka. Can the Tigers trump the Lankans in their opening fixture? To discuss all of this and much more, The Daily Star brings you Star Non-Striker’s End.
30 August 2023
iPhone 15 to be released officially on September 12
Apple has officially announced its annual event, scheduled for 12 September at Apple Park. The invitation, titled "Wonderlust," indicates that the company plans to unveil its iPhone 15 series, among other products.
30 August 2023
Bogra Motors manufactures, exports automobile filters
There are 350 different types of filters made by Motors Bogra Pvt Ltd, from motorbike filters to car filters. These filters, produced in Bangladesh, are exported overseas as well as being used locally
29 August 2023
Putin's 'Bad Book' names had a tragic end
From Prigozhin through Politkovskaya, many people who got into Putin's "bad book" suffered terrible consequences. The strange death had to be accepted by many of them. Some of them who came close to death have survived
28 August 2023
Teesta river overflowing
Heavy rainfall and an onrush of water from upstream of Teesta have flooded adjacent areas
27 August 2023
Shakil becomes first Bangladeshi to complete the 'Great Himalaya Trail'
The 'Great Himalaya Trail' goes from east to west of Nepal through the Himalayan mountains. Less than 50 people from around the world have covered this 1,700km trail on foot. Ikramul Hasan Shakil from Phulbaria village, Gazipur became the first Bangladeshi to complete the adventure on July 9
26 August 2023
Jumping from billboards to OTT
From learning the basics of music, painting, and practising in theatre, Afia Tabassum Borno's passion for acting remained in her heart
26 August 2023
Fishermen blame high fuel costs for high price of Hilsa
The hilsa season is currently at its peak. Hilsa is being sold in Barishal markets for Tk 1,500-1,600 per kg
24 August 2023
Why dengue situation turned into a crisis
The dengue situation in the country has worsened. The month of August has already seen a record number of infections and deaths due to the outbreak
24 August 2023
Mohammadabad: A 650-year-old city in Jhenaidah
Mohammadabad is an ancient city of the Sultanate period
23 August 2023
Jheel Kutum Café in Hatirjheel remains a burnt memory
Film cafe Jheel Kutum was a popular destination for those who visit Hatirjheel in the capital. Before being burnt down in fire, the café was decorated with posters of popular films from home and abroad and various related materials
22 August 2023
Indonesia's new capital: Costly bet or sound investment?
The new Indonesian capital is expected to be fully ready by 2045, but the plan is to have some state institutions move there from early 2024.
22 August 2023
Grieving parents of August 21 grenade attack victim want swift execution of verdict
Devastated by the loss of their son, Mamun, the parents have endured profound mental and physical distress over the last 19 years.
21 August 2023
Watch: How Safa Kabir evolved from ‘girl next door’ to multifaceted star
The gorgeous actor dropped by The Daily Star office to share her childhood dreams, projects, and more.
21 August 2023
Where anyone can eat: ‘House of free food' in Jashore’s Shyamla Gachi village
Food is being cooked and arranged on the table. Street children, people with disabilities, and homeless people come from nearby areas for a decent meal. This is seen every day on the premises of Shyamla Gachi Model Madrasa in Sharsha upazila of Jashore.
20 August 2023
Govt sets toll rate for Dhaka Elevated Expressway
The government has fixed the toll rates for vehicles to get on the Dhaka Elevated Expressway
20 August 2023