Bangladesh
Johny, Papon help Bangladesh to 2-1 win against Maldives
Young midfielder Papon Singh came off the bench to score a stoppage-time winner as Bangladesh fought back from a goal down to beat Maldives to a 2-1 in their FIFA international friendly at the Bashundhara Kings Arena on Saturday.
16 November 2024, 13:22 PM
Shafik Rehman to return to TV with 'Lal Golap' after 8 years
After an eight-year hiatus, renowned journalist Shafik Rehman is returning to television with his iconic magazine show “Lal Golap” on Banglavision. Rehman, who hosted the popular program before his prolonged absence from the country, will be back on screens starting December 1.
15 November 2024, 05:15 AM
Shakib Khan’s ‘Dorod’ to release in 100 theatres, tickets on presale
The highly anticipated film “Dorod”, featuring Dhallywood’s leading star Shakib Khan, is scheduled to hit theatres this Friday (November 15).
14 November 2024, 06:31 AM
Imrul Kayes retires from Tests, first-class cricket
Former Bangladesh opener Imrul Kayes has announced his retirement from Test cricket as well as first class cricket through a video message on his social media handles on Wednesday afternoon.
13 November 2024, 09:46 AM
Can Bangladesh reduce income inequality by 2030?
In Bangladesh, challenges hindering the achievement of economic equality are: low public expenditure on education, training, health, rural development and social protection.
13 November 2024, 07:00 AM
Indian High Commission celebrates Nazrul’s legacy
The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre (IGCC) of the Indian High Commission organised a musical evening dedicated to Shyama Sangeet by Kazi Nazrul Islam. The event took place yesterday afternoon.
13 November 2024, 06:48 AM
Booters confident about win against Maldives
Inspired by the success of women's team, Bangladesh men's football team are looking to pull off a good result against visiting Maldives in the first of two FIFA Friendly matches at the Bashundhara Kings Arena today.
13 November 2024, 02:00 AM
Maldives eye victory in both friendlies
Maldives team arrived here on Monday to play two FIFA friendly matches against Bangladesh, with the hope of winning both matches following their return to international football after a year.
11 November 2024, 18:30 PM
Funding decarbonisation in RMG sector requires smart policies
The challenges are multifaceted, from a heavy reliance on fossil fuels to inefficiencies within factory operations.
11 November 2024, 06:00 AM
Freedom is more than the absence of oppression
Dissent in Bangladesh has been met with hostility, with individuals being labelled as traitors or enemies of the state for expressing opposing views.
9 November 2024, 07:00 AM
Baby Naznin to return home
Celebrated singer Baby Naznin is all set to return to Bangladesh after spending eight years in the United States. Her brother, Enam Sarkar informed The Daily Star that she is expected to arrive tomorrow.
9 November 2024, 05:16 AM
COP29 must see a scale-up of Loss and Damage Fund
The loss and damage cycle requires holistic, integrated, and continuous climate financing urgently from local, national, and international government and non-government actors.
7 November 2024, 07:00 AM
Catastrophic collapse hands Tigers 92-run loss in first Afghanistan ODI
Bangladesh need 236 runs to win.
6 November 2024, 09:30 AM
The fight for social accountability in Bangladesh
The experience of the students in the 2024 movement serves as a stark reminder that when government evades accountability, the populace suffers, resources are wasted, public services falter, and disenchantment proliferates.
5 November 2024, 11:30 AM
‘Stree 2’ hits Bangladeshi theatres today
This week marked a significant milestone for the Bollywood film "Stree 2," as the distribution company, The Abhi Kathachitra, secured final clearance for its release. The film therefore hits theatres nationwide starting today, inviting audiences back into its much-anticipated story.
1 November 2024, 04:34 AM
Bangladesh stumble to 38-4 in reply to SA's 575-6 dec
Bangladesh trail by 537 runs after a commanding performance by the visitors that gifted maiden Test centuries to three batsmen including Tony de Zorzi, who was dismissed before lunch on 177.
30 October 2024, 05:56 AM
Bangladesh upbeat about defending SAFF title
Bangladesh are upbeat about defending their title of SAFF Women’s Championship as they square off against Nepal in today’s final at the Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu today, with the match kicking off at 6:45pm Bangladesh time.
30 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Cabrera expects Hamza to play for Bangladesh from first match of Asian Cup Qualifiers
Bangladesh football team’s head coach Javier Cabrera told media today that he expects Leicester City midfielder Hamza Choudhury in the side from the start of the first match of the AFC Asian Cup in March next year.
28 October 2024, 13:20 PM
Chaotic off the pitch, sublime on it
Success and controversy are apparently walking hand in hand for Bangladesh in their title defence of SAFF Women's Championship in Kathmandu.
28 October 2024, 01:30 AM
Bangladesh storm into final with 7-1 thrashing of Bhutan
Tohura Khatun scored a hattrick while skipper Sabina Khatun bagged a brace as defending champions Bangladesh stormed into the final of the SAFF Women's Championship with a 7-1 win against Bhutan in Kathmandu today.
27 October 2024, 09:22 AM