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Chhatra Dal leader alleges NCP attack over Tk 3cr claim involving Hannan Masud; MP denies allegation

Abdul Gaffar says his family home in Hatia was vandalised after he accused Hannan Masud of seeking money to escort an Awami League leader to the airport; NCP calls the allegation false
5 June 2026, 17:51 PM

College Chhatra Dal unit president held for attacking police in Netrokona

Two constables injured during altercation at a bus stand; case filed
5 June 2026, 17:08 PM

Rainfall likely to increase in next five days: Met office

Southwest monsoon likely to extend up to Cox’s Bazar coast within next 48 hours
5 June 2026, 15:26 PM

Bangladesh, Türkiye signal ‘new era’ of strategic partnership

Rohingya crisis, Gaza conflict dominate talks as both countries eye expanded trade, defence and investment ties
5 June 2026, 14:38 PM

Father incurs Tk 6 lakh in debt trying to save twins, loses both to measles

The shopkeeper from Mirsharai says his twin sons missed measles vaccination after doses ran out, both died within 12 days following months of treatment
5 June 2026, 13:52 PM

BGB blocks multiple push-in attempts along northern border

Dozens, including women and children, remain stranded near zero line in Lalmonirhat, Panchagarh and Chapainawabganj
5 June 2026, 13:48 PM

Woman, 5-year-old son, among 3, killed in Brahmanbaria highway crash

Pickup rear-ends auto-rickshaw on the Cumilla-Sylhet highway
5 June 2026, 13:11 PM
5 June 2026, 13:09 PM

Lawachara: The forest that breathes plastic

Once a shelter to 460 species, Lawachara National Park, now is plagued by tourists littering carelessly
5 June 2026, 13:02 PM

Woman sustains burns in acid attack by ex-husband in Habiganj

Police arrest accused hours after incident; victim transferred to SOMCH burn unit
5 June 2026, 12:56 PM

Patuakhali doctor offers 50% discount in consultation fees for Argentina fans

The initiative intends to celebrate festive atmosphere surrounding World Cup, says the physician
5 June 2026, 12:48 PM

Brothers players boycott Agrani Bank match over unpaid dues

Sohag Gazi told The Daily Star that repeated assurances from the club management had failed to materialise
5 June 2026, 12:22 PM

‘He who fought for the country with guns and guitar’

Ekushey Padak-winning musician Azam Khan is regarded as the pioneer of Bangla pop music. He was not only the first pop superstar of Bangladesh, but he was also a freedom fighter who valiantly fought for the independence of the country. Today, on his 15th death anniversary, this article chronicles this maestro's life, tracing his journey from the Liberation War until his death on June 5, 2011.
5 June 2026, 11:00 AM

Bus plunges into Padma at Daulatdia ferry ghat; three injured

The SB Paribahan bus was later salvaged from the river
5 June 2026, 10:56 AM

Bangladeshi dies in New Delhi hotel fire

High Commission working on earliest repatriation
5 June 2026, 10:15 AM

Diallo gives Ivory Coast shock win over France

France, who are one of the World Cup favourites, will play another friendly against Northern Ireland in Lille on Monday
5 June 2026, 09:39 AM

‘A unique strength working within us’

Speaking to The Daily Star, Afeida reflects on her return to the side, the captaincy change, the team’s dip in form, coping with personal tragedy in the camp, and the challenge of facing India in Saturday’s final.
5 June 2026, 09:00 AM

China's Xi to visit North Korea June 8-9: state media

This will be his first trip to Pyongyang in seven years
5 June 2026, 08:55 AM

Anthropic calls for pause of global AI development

Latest models showing signs of escaping human control, it says
5 June 2026, 08:44 AM

US allying itself with Colombian 'narco-traffickers,' Petro accuses

Colombia's outgoing president criticises Trump for his endorsement of Abelardo de la Espriella
5 June 2026, 08:40 AM