Law and order now top priority: Jamaat chief

Shafiqur says Japan keen to expand cooperation with Bangladesh
9 May 2026, 19:20 PM

The Daily Star begins divisional anniversary events in Khulna

Khulna becomes the second stop in the newspaper’s month-long divisional anniversary tour
9 May 2026, 17:23 PM

Measles camp in Bandarban's Kurukpata hampered by lack of transport, electricity

Locals allege emergency vehicle and solar equipment meant for health services are being kept at UP chairman’s residence
9 May 2026, 17:06 PM

Around 60 DU Kuwait Maitree Hall students fall sick in suspected waterborne illness

Chemical residue in water suspected; authorities say situation now under control
9 May 2026, 16:10 PM

Govt launches probe into measles fatalities: Health secretary

'An investigation is underway,' the health secretary said at a programme today
9 May 2026, 15:39 PM

Canal re-excavation must be part of spatial planning, not isolated work: BIP

Planners’ body calls for integrated approach linking waterway restoration with climate adaptation, land use and waste management
9 May 2026, 15:32 PM

Media cannot operate independently under pressure from powerful quarters: AK Azad

Says he is considering placing either Samakal or Channel 24 under a trust to protect editorial freedom
9 May 2026, 14:03 PM

‘We were supposed to welcome her home, not receive her body,’ Bristy's father says

Father recalls slain Bangladeshi student's dreams as body reaches from the United States
9 May 2026, 13:44 PM

PM rides ‘smart car’ built by specially-abled youth

17-year-old innovator showcases locally developed battery-operated vehicle at PM’s office
9 May 2026, 13:38 PM

Democracy, tolerance key to free media: Speakers

Experts at journalism conference say press freedom depends on democratic practices, accountability, and good governance
9 May 2026, 13:11 PM

Shafiqur visits injured July warriors at Bangkok hospital

Jamaat ameer urges authorities to ensure proper treatment; injured victims call for implementation of July Charter
9 May 2026, 12:07 PM

Locals find 10 Bangladeshis near Moulvibazar border, hand them over to BGB

The detainees told BGB they were been pushed into Bangladesh by BSF; police later handed them over to their families
9 May 2026, 11:59 AM

Body of Bristy, Bangladeshi PhD student killed in Florida, reaches Dhaka

Bristy and Limon posthumously awarded doctoral degrees by USF
9 May 2026, 11:34 AM

Songs, recitations mark Tagore’s 165th birth anniv at Chhayanaut

The programme began at 6:30pm with an opening address by festival president Dr Sarwar Ali, who formally inaugurated the celebration.
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Bumper litchi harvest likely in Pabna

In just two hours, 2000 litchis were sold. Fruit trader Md Nasir felt like he struck gold after selling his entire stock at the Indara Mor of Pabna town on Thursday afternoon.
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM

No room to walk on Ctg footpaths

Footpaths across key commercial areas in Chattogram have become increasingly inaccessible, forcing pedestrians onto busy roads and raising serious safety concerns.
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Star wins global accolade for youth readership drive

The Daily Star has clinched the third place in the Best Initiative to Bolster Next Generation of Readership category at the 89th INMA Global Media Awards 2026, a global stage that honours the most innovative initiatives in the news industry across the world.
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Civil admin top posts: Frustration grows over contractual appointment

25 out of 85 secretaries are contractual appointees; bureaucrats call for cancelling contracts
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM

BNP moves to restore grassroots discipline

BNP Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will sit with grassroots leaders today as the ruling party seeks to restore discipline and strengthen its organisational structure.
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM

PMO cell to track MPs’ dev pledges

The Prime Minister’s Office has formed a special cell to ensure quick and effective implementation of the promised and expected programmes of members of the parliament.
9 May 2026, 00:00 AM