What prompted the Bangladesh government to seek a loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and what conditions come with it?

Bangladesh and the World Bank (WB) have completed 50 years of their relationship. As such, there has been a lot of recounting of the WB’s successes. But what really lies behind all this praise? Of all the projects that have been carried out in Bangladesh upon the WB’s prescription, how many have been fruitful for the people of the country? Anu Muhammad, professor of the economics department at Jahangirnagar University, discusses these issues with The Daily Star Opinion.

The Ministry of Women and Children Affairs has arranged free metro rail rides for 700 children.

Awami League leaders hired eight special trains for party leaders and activists during their divisional rally in Rajshahi. But there were so-called strikes during BNP rallies last year. So, where is the level playing field for all political parties?

Money is one of the most fundamental systems in this modern, global world. But how did this system of value exchange start and take over the world?

Adarsha owner Mahabub Rahman, activist Baki Billah, journalist Bithy Shoptorshi and artist Arup Rahee have spoken to The Daily Star Opinion.

For its 5th session, SHOUTx DS Books’ Slam Poetry Nights performed at the Dhaka Lit Fest 2023.

Coffee fruits or coffee beans are cultivated in the Khagrachari hills. Through a unique procedure, this fruit will be produced into drinkable coffee.

Shah Rukh Khan's much-awaited “Pathaan” has been released in around 100 countries, including India, on January 25. .Even amid criticisms and controversies centring the film’s first released song – Besharam Rang – the SRK come-back film is already breaking international box office records.

Professor Mahmud Shah Qureshi, a renowned educationist of Bangladesh, made significant contributions to the field through his teaching at various universities and his role in establishing the esteemed learning centre, IBS.

After almost six years, Aurthohin finally launched a new album, titled "Phoenix Er Diary-1", in December.

A large number of young Bangladeshis have been going abroad with hopes of changing their fate for the better. However, for many, the situation turns out to be anything but better when they fall into the hands of human trafficking rackets.

The increase in gas prices will also increase the production cost of electricity. As a result, the price of electricity will undoubtedly increase again. Did the government change the law to raise the prices at will?

Bangla Academy did not allot a stall to Adarsha Prakashani at the Ekushey Book Fair on allegations of 'political obscenity'. The question arises, whether this is actually an excuse to suppress dissent.

<p>Terminal fees are being imposed on passengers travelling to India. However, there are currently no provisions for the use of restrooms at the Benapole International Passenger Terminal. </p><p>Find out more in today's Star Newsbytes</p>

For the last three years, Pori Moni has been a part of successful film releases in the first quarter of the year – a great achievement for any actor. She comes in front of the camera to talk about her latest children’s film, “Adventure of Sundarban”.

Pakistan is currently facing a severe dollar crisis, with foreign exchange reserves falling to a worrying $4.3 billion.

Panchagarh has five trains, but hundreds in Narayangaj don’t have the trains they need. Why? Is it because it is the Railway Minister’s district? One-third of the trains are inoperative, and the railway incurs losses every year. Carew gives a service, and makes a profit too, why can’t rail?

Traditional pithapuli and payesh made with date juice and molasses are a staple of Bangladeshi winters.

One does not need to go to a police station to file a general diary anymore, for basic cases, such as lost and found. Instead, they can do it online, from anywhere in Bangladesh.