Corruption and inefficiency of administration is a major hindrance to businesses in Bangladesh, impacting the initiatives of entrepreneurs. CPD Research Director Khandaker Golam Moazzem joins The Daily Star to shed light on these issues and comment on their impact on the business landscape in Bangladesh.

Although Jhenidah too was stirred up from the first phase of the language movement in 1948, it was 1952 when this district burst into protests and processions against the repressive decisions of the Pakistani regime.

Mexico is going to open an embassy in Dhaka as the Latin American country is eager to boost trade and diplomatic relations with the country, considering Bangladesh’s growing economy and importance in both regional and global sphere.

Even if one does find the content of a certain book or the opinions of its author to be agreeable, it is unfortunate for that book to be altogether banned from having a place at the book fair.

With the entire East Bengal, Jashore too was boiling up in protests against the repressive actions of the Pakistan regime from 1948. The frontlines of the movement in the city were in Michael Madhusudan College and the Town Hall premises.

A young village leader is accidentally killed by a superstar. Now, the leader's brother is plotting revenge against the superstar, in this cat-and-mouse thriller.

One of the strongest protests against Pakistan’s repressive actions towards Bangla was organised in Faridpur. In 1952, Ambika Maidan, Rajendra College, and Zilla Schools became the focal points of the movement in the district.

Rajshahi’s contribution is unforgettable in the history of the Language Movement. After Dhaka, Rajshahi is considered to be the most influential in the movement for several reasons.

Shankha Dasgupta is the genius behind Guti, and anyone who has followed his work over the years knows precisely how exceptional he is. The much-anticipated show, Guti, came out on Chorki in January, leaving the viewers binging.

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.