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Interim govt cannot afford to fail on reforms: CA

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus stated that without reforms to the state structure, all efforts by the interim government will be ineffective.

'The parties will hold dialogue with the commissions on these reports and work towards achieving a consensus'

Ahead of summer demand and on BPDB request, Adani Power has agreed to resume full supplies by next week

AN APOLOGY TO OUR READERS

We recognise that our coverage of President Trump’s reference to Bangladesh was inaccurate and misleading. We have thoroughly investigated the matter and taken measures in the digital newsroom to rectify the mistake

Which savings certificate offers the highest returns?

In recent years, treasury bills and bond interest rates have exceeded those of savings certificates

BSF expresses regret for assaulting Bangladeshi farmers

The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) expressed regret at a flag meeting today over attacking Bangladeshi farmers after entering Bangladeshi territory at the Phulbari border in Kurigram yesterday.

BJP, NDM oppose local elections before national polls

Bangladesh Jatiya Party (BJP) Chairman Andaleeve Rahman Partha today informed the interim government that his party does not want local elections to be held before the national election.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / How the ex-PM used and abused intelligence agencies

We need legal frameworks to prevent their future misuse

Man killed during robbery in Dhaka's Kawla

A man was killed during a robbery in the capital's Kawla area today

DU, JnU admission tests on same day cause severe traffic chaos

The decision to hold Dhaka University (DU) and Jagannath University (JnU) admission tests on the same day has led to heavy traffic congestion, making it difficult for candidates to reach their exam centres on time

Inter's Thuram an injury doubt for crucial clash at Juventus

 Inter Milan could be without French forward Marcus Thuram due to an injury as they prepare for a tough outing against Juventus at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, manager Simone Inzaghi said on the eve of the Serie A clash.

The meeting, which began at 3:00pm, was attended by nearly 100 politicians from 26 parties and alliances, according to Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam

Discussions will lead to a guiding charter

The first meeting of the crucial commission, headed by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, included 26 political parties and alliances

Scientists turn pollution into fuel in climate breakthrough

Scientists have developed a solar-powered device that can pull pollution from the air and convert it directly into fuel for cars and planes

Three Israeli hostages freed in Gaza, Israel begins releasing 369 Palestinians in exchange

Gaza fighters handed three Israeli hostages over to the Red Cross on Saturday

DCs conference set to begin tomorrow

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus is expected to inaugurate the conference at 10:30am at his office

Opinion

Opinion

Election by the year-end is most logical

Political parties must reach a consensus on election timing, reforms

Devils, heroes, or something in between?

Should we continue to condone unregulated public outbursts?

Business

Business

Declining investments dampen growth outlook

Bangladesh’s investment-to-GDP ratio declined by 0.25 percentage points to 30.70 percent in the fiscal year (FY) 2023-24, according to official data, signalling a potential slowdown in future economic growth.

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Sports

Sports

BNS renamed as National Stadium, Dhaka

The Bangabandhu National Stadium (BNS) has been renamed as National Stadium, Dhaka on Saturday, a circular from the National Sports Council (NSC), signed by NSC secretary Aminul Islam, confirmed.

World No.1 Jannik Sinner accepts 3-month doping ban

Jannik Sinner accepted on Saturday a three-month ban from tennis after the world number one admitted team mistakes led to him twice testing positive for traces of banned substance clostebol last year.

Watch / Can Bangladesh prove Ponting wrong? 

Ricky Ponting said that Bangladesh will struggle in the upcoming Champions Trophy

News

News

AN APOLOGY TO OUR READERS

We recognise that our coverage of President Trump’s reference to Bangladesh was inaccurate and misleading. We have thoroughly investigated the matter and taken measures in the digital newsroom to rectify the mistake

Sohel Hasan Galib sent to jail for 'hurting religious sentiment'

A Dhaka court has sent poet and essayist Sohel Hasan Galib to jail in connection with a General Diary (GD) filed over hurting religious sentiment.

Never too late: 46-year-old man appears for JnU admission test

Taku, a 46-year-old from Naogaon, recently sat for the admission test at Jahangirnagar University

Biplobi Workers Party for election within 2025

Saiful said they have urged the government to distribute copies of the six reform commissions’ full reports to different stakeholders including political parties

Entertainment

Entertainment

Decentralising filmmaking: ‘Monsoon Revolution Film Production Workshop’ hosts Dhaka event

With the vision of decentralising the filmmaking industry and nurturing new talent from across the country, the Monsoon Revolution Film Production Workshop has been launched under the initiative of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The workshop aims to create opportunities for aspiring filmmakers beyond Dhaka, empowering them with hands-on training in storytelling, cinematography, production, editing, and the application of technology in filmmaking.

Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan inaugurates Ananda Academy, says cultural knowledge can prevent environmental harm

Today Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, officially inaugurated the newly established Ananda Academy for Performing Arts (AAPA), as the chief guest. The inauguration of this project by the Social Services and Management Trust (SSMT) was held at SSMT House in the Baridhara area of the capital.

'Bridgerton' actors tease season four romance between Benedict and Sophie

"Bridgerton" fans got a first glimpse of the hit Netflix show's season four yesterday, which will see a romance blossom between the noble family's second son Benedict and a servant.

Life & Living

Life & Living

How to stop your flowers from dying as fast as your New Year’s Resolutions

Keep Valentine's flowers fresh longer by trimming stems at 45 degrees, removing submerged leaves, using room-temperature water, adding flower food, changing water every two days, avoiding fruit, keeping them cool, and reviving drooping blooms with warm water.

#Events / Rickshaw art rolls into Ekushey book fair at Kureghor Prokashoni’s stall

Kureghor Prokashoni Ltd’s Ekushey Book Fair stall merges literature and rickshaw painting, showcasing Bangladesh’s artistic heritage. Led by Shamim Rahman Abir, it highlights cultural preservation through Monir Hossain’s vibrant hand-painted designs.

#Perspective / Seven days of Valentine’s love, seven ways to go broke!

This hilariously brutal breakdown of Valentine’s Week exposes its capitalist grip. From overpriced roses to unnecessary teddy bears, love has become an economic heist. True affection needs no extravagant spending — just presence, not presents.

Youth

Youth

Meet The Daily Star’s newest campus ambassadors

Campus Stars – the exclusive campus ambassadorship programme of The Daily Star – is set to begin its 2025 session with the newest batch of campus ambassadors.

University of East Anglia offering merit scholarships to Bangladeshi students

UEA is offering merit-based scholarships to Bangladeshi students applying to postgraduate taught programmes.

Career struggles of young female lawyers

In courtrooms and corridors, in the common spaces and cafeterias where clients and spectators are present, female lawyers have to put up with crass comments, mockery, and harassment.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

US startup Apptronik raises $350 mln to create humanoid robots

US-based robotics firm Apptronik has secured $350 million in a recent funding round, spearheaded by B Capital and Capital Factory, with additional backing from Google’s parent company Alphabet. The funding will be used to scale production of the company’s humanoid robot, Apollo, which is designed to automate tasks in supply chains, such as moving packages in warehouses and manufacturing facilities.

Apple chooses Alibaba as AI partner in China: report

Apple has chosen Alibaba as its artificial intelligence (AI) partner in China, marking a strategic move to regain lost ground in the world’s largest smartphone market. Alibaba Group Chairman Joe Tsai confirmed the collaboration on Thursday at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, as per reports by The Information and Reuters.

Next Step / Shikho aims to bring in the AI hype to ed-tech—here’s how

Shikho, a Bangladesh-based edtech company, has recently introduced a beta version of Shikho AI, an artificial intelligence tool aimed at addressing educational gaps for Bangla-speaking students.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

July killings: UN report reveals shocking findings

Find out more on today's Star News+

'Aynaghar' finally uncovered, but what now?

After much discussion and criticism, Yunus visited the Aynaghars or torture cells

We must eliminate criminals from Bangladesh: Sarjis

He emphasised that the "Clean Bangladesh Operation" should not be a brief arrest campaign

Will DeepSeek become a major competitor to OpenAI?

The competition in the world of artificial intelligence, or AI, is getting more intense day by day. Along with powerful models like OpenAI's ChatGPT, China's DeepSeeK AI is also gaining popularity. How is this new AI startup surprising the whole world? Let's find out in today's Star Explains.

Non-payment of players, small boundaries, suspicions plaguing BPL 11 

The latest episode of Pitch Perfect brings you an in-depth discussion of the disappointing plight of the BPL and its future.

Environment

Environment

Plastic pollution by tourists wreaking havoc on Sundarbans

Pollution caused by the unchecked use of plastic items by tourists is wreaking havoc on the biodiversity and ecosystem of the Sundarbans, speakers said at a discussion marking Sundarbans Day.

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Sundarbans at risk from climate change and industries, say speakers

The Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world, and its forest-dependent communities are now at risk due to the impact of climate change and unregulated industrial expansion, speakers warned

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Speakers raise concerns on Sundarbans Day

This year’s theme is: "Love the Sundarbans on Valentine’s Day"

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Sundarbans Day: Deer poaching surges in the Sundarbans

Illegal deer hunting has surged in the Sundarbans, threatening the delicate ecosystem of the world’s largest mangrove forest.

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Nature Quest

LIZARDS OF LUCK … A pair of Tokay geckos lounging in a crevice at the Hazarikhil Wildlife Sanctuary in Fatikchhari. Native to Southeast Asia and abundant in Bangladesh, these large, nocturnal reptiles are named for their distinctive “tokay” call, a loud sound heard in the evening.

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Corruption threatens climate action, watchdog warns

Graft could see funds intended to tackle global warming diverted to other ends and weaken the implementation of environmental regulations

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BELA demands cancellation of road, car park project in Osmani Udyan

In the letter, sent on February 9, BELA urged authorities to immediately halt all activities encroaching upon open spaces in the park. It also called for consultations with urban planners to remove unauthorised structures and ensure unrestricted public access, according to a press release

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Most countries miss UN deadline for new climate targets

As of Monday morning, many of the world's biggest polluters - including China, India and the European Union - had not done so.

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