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Structural weaknesses, poor governance plague economic reform: Debapriya

“If there is no stability in the economy, no other reform will be sustainable,” he said.

The non-tariff barriers hurt Bangladesh-India trade, increasing costs and damaging bilateral trust

“We have already seized substantial amounts deposited in different banks by individuals under investigation or prosecution," he said.

Ishraque's supporters padlock Nagar Bhaban

Protesters began gathering around 9:00am, blocking the main gate and occupying nearby roads

Home adviser defends Nusraat Faria's arrest

Counters journo's question with, 'What would you do if she were accused?'

Nusraat Faria’s arrest ‘unsettling’: cultural adviser

Following the arrest, Cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki addressed the issue in a Facebook post. 

High inflation, costly loans force firms to cut spending

Some manufacturers say they are now opting to reduce office utility consumption, optimise office supplies, minimise bank dependence, and find alternative funding sources.

Forgotten Currents / Bengal’s Ties to the Straits World

Medieval Bengal’s links to the Straits world, a narrow stretch of water connecting to Southeast Asia and beyond, are overlooked. This world saw not only ocean-going vessels, but also coastal and localised traffic which, like riverine transport, has gone largely unrecorded.

Three children injured in Jashore crude bomb blast

Five-year-old girl critical after mistaking explosive for toy; police investigating

Miraz gets PSL call-up, asks for NOC

Bangladesh off-spinner Mehedi Hasan Miraz has asked for a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the Bangladesh Cricket Board today to play for Lahore Qalandars in the ongoing Pakistan Super League. 

10 segments to get 52% of ADP

For the first time, the planning ministry has used a digital budget planning system to categorise spending based on economic codes

The case was filed with the High Court in the Malaysian city of Shah Alam

Rains, thundershowers likely across country

BMD predicted rains at several places in seven divisions of the country including Dhaka commencing at 9:00am today

Four killed in Vietnam landslide after flash floods

The landslide occurred early Sunday in Ba Be district of Bac Kan province following torrential rain on Saturday

Nusraat Faria sent to jail; bail petition hearing on May 22

A Dhaka court today sent her to jail in connection with an attempted murder case linked to July uprising

4 killed as microbus, truck collide in Dinajpur

At least four people were killed and four others injured in a head-on collision between a microbus and a truck in Dinajpur's Birganj upazila this morning

Opinion

Opinion

Bangladesh’s strategic tightrope in Rakhine

The proposal for a Bangladesh-Myanmar aid channel is rooted in a decade of failed diplomacy.

Another setback for Bangladeshi exporters

Fresh Indian curbs on imports from Bangladesh quite concerning

Business

Business

Stocks down in early trading

The DSEX lost 3.18 points to 4,787.90 as of 11:48 am

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Sports

Sports

Messi urges unity as Miami face testing times

“[We need to] keep going. It's a complicated time,” Messi said in a post-match interview with Apple TV.

Tigers eager for improvement in second T20I

Bangladesh skipper Liton Das said that they need to improve death overs batting and also focus on making the most out of conditions with the ball in the second T20I against UAE on Monday.

Pitch Perfect / Bangladesh cricket in a mess: On and off the field

This episode of The Daily Star’s podcast Pitch Perfect takes a deep dive into the unfolding crisis and tries to shed light on the root causes of the dysfunction and explore what it would take to bring Bangladesh cricket back from the brink.

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News

News

Italian PM Meloni likely to visit Bangladesh in August

The two countries eye greater cooperation in core areas to further strengthen the relations

British climber breaks his own record with 19th Everest summit

Mountain guide Cool, 51, first climbed Everest in 2004

School building at risk as embankment encroaches on campus

The embankment now runs along the building's roof, with soil being filled up to the windows on the west side

Entertainment

Entertainment

First-ever Nazrul concert to feature top ten bands

The Kabi Nazrul Institute is set to release a special album featuring ten motivational songs by National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. To mark the launch, a large-scale concert will be held on May 30 at Manik Mia Avenue, with performances by ten prominent bands.

Pritom Hasan, Liza to kick off international tours

Pritom's dynamic stage presence and genre-defying music have garnered him a dedicated fanbase both at home and abroad. His recent announcement has already sparked excitement among fans, with advance ticket sales underway for several concerts.

Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson’s ‘Die, My Love’ receives Cannes standing ovation

The Cannes Film Festival witnessed a rousing reception for “Die, My Love”, the latest feature by acclaimed Scottish filmmaker Lynne Ramsay, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. Premiering in the competition section, the psychological drama received a six-minute standing ovation following its screening.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Why costume jewellery is dominating Bangladeshi fashion

Costume jewellery blends heritage and modern flair, elevating style with ethnic, tribal, or minimalist pieces. Affordable yet expressive, it reflects individuality, tradition, and evolving trends — perfect for fashion-forward women embracing both vintage and contemporary jewellery aesthetics.

#Fiction / It doesn’t rain in Shukhno Gram

In dry, forgotten Shukhno Gram, a station master’s dull routine shifts when a runaway bride in blue arrives. Their unexpected bond, painted with longing, art, and fleeting rain, transforms solitude into a moment of magic.

Rise and resist: Self-defence workshop at Dhaka University

On Saturday, 10 May 2025, students gathered at the central gymnasium of the University of Dhaka for a self-defence workshop titled “Rise and Resist.” Organised in collaboration with Legacy MMA Gym, the event brought together around 120 individuals to learn basic self-defence techniques to respond to harassment or physical assault.

Youth

Youth

Should you consider pursuing an online degree?

Online degrees offer the freedom to study from anywhere, often at a fraction of the cost needed to pursue the same degrees in person from traditional universities.

Are late night study sessions effective?

Do late-night study sessions truly offer the environment conducive to learning and self-evaluation that individuals desire?

How the US funding cuts are affecting international graduate students

The recent measures taken by US President Trump have caught the world of academia off guard, especially international students.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Nvidia announces new chip-linking tech to support custom AI

Nvidia has just announced a new technology aimed at improving how chips communicate with each other in large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

Next Step / Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.

Views / Crushing progress: The e-rickshaw dilemma in Dhaka

In the chaos of Dhaka traffic, one vehicle has quietly taken over: the battery-powered three-wheeler, often called the ‘Tesla’, not the sleek one from Silicon Valley, but the Bangladeshi kind.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

How video game shots are being used as videos of India-Pakistan conflict

Today's Star Explains is on how the web of misinformation is being spread around the conflict, and who is fuelling it

How is Bangladesh being affected despite the US tariff suspension?

Watch today's episode of Star Explains to find out more

24 parties in 8 months: History repeating itself or is democracy growing?

Let's find out the answers in today's episode of Star Explains

May Day: Remembering a bloody history

Find out more about the history behind the significance of this day in today's Star Explains

Bangladesh demanded $4.52 bn and an apology from Pakistan, what’s next?

What does this BBC report indicate? And more broadly speaking, what does the resumption of diplomatic talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan signify?

Environment

Environment

Man jailed for hill cutting, encroaching govt land

The convict, Jitu Mia, had long been occupying the government land, said officials

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Abandoned cyclone shelter turns risky in Kuakata

A rest house turned cyclone shelter in Patuakhali's Kuakata upazila, under the jurisdiction of the Local Government Engineering Department, lies in a state of disrepair, raising concerns regarding safety of hundreds of locals, including children, and tourists, amid heightened risk of cyclones and other natural disasters in monsoon

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Barguna’s Taltali Upazila:100 families finally have access to safe water

Around 100 families in Uttar Jharkhali village under Barguna’s Taltali upazila have finally gained access to safe drinking water following the inauguration of a modern water treatment plant

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49th anniversary of Farakka Long March observed

The event, organised by the Farakka Long March 49th Anniversary Celebration Committee, commenced with a rally from Rajshahi College to Zero Point and back at 3:30pm

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Forest marbles …

A magnificent marbled cat spotted in Fatikchhari’s Hazarikhil Wildlife Sanctuary. First recorded in Bangladesh in 2014, these rare and elusive felines inhabit the dense evergreen forests of Sylhet, Chattogram, and the Chittagong Hill Tracts.

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Govt bans plantation, sale of eucalyptus, akashmoni

In a bid to protect the environment, ecosystems, and biodiversity, the government has banned the plantation, collection, and sale of eucalyptus and akashmoni saplings

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Padma Oil managing director sends resignation letter from USA

He went there on leave to see his ailing wife

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BMD issues lightning alert for parts of Dhaka, surrounding districts

The alert instructed residents to refrain from going outside when a hail starts

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