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If we have Martyred Intellectuals Day, why isn't there a Martyred Workers Day?

Professor Dr Salimullah Khan holds an in-depth conversation with The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam.

1d ago

Not only Rab, but entire state machinery involved in enforced disappearances

The Commission of Inquiry into Disappearances recommended that Rab be abolished. But the question is, will the number of enforced disappearances and murders decrease if Rab is abolished?

3d ago

When will the administration be fully operational?

Watch today's Star Viewsroom to find out more

1m ago

Whoever becomes next US president would call for elections in Bangladesh: Shamsuddoza Sajen

In today's Viewsroom, The Daily Star's journalist and researcher Shamsuddoza Sajen joins us to discuss the upcoming US presidential election and its potential effects on Bangladesh

1m ago

S Alam's new corruption information: No bank loans and foreign income

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

2m ago

Why is the share price of Islami Bank increasing, is there any manipulation?

After the fall of the Hasina government, the stock market started to turn around, but now the picture is different. Again, the shares of some companies are increasing abnormally. Is there any manipulation behind it

2m ago

How significant was the meeting between Indian envoy and BNP?

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2m ago

Solving CHT problem requires a special approach: Golam Mortoza

Golam Mortoza, the editor of The Daily Star Bangla, talks to Ahsan Habib on the current issues of the hilly region

2m ago

50 years in Bangladesh: Dissecting the success story of World Bank

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.

1y ago

Transport strike vs hiring trains: Where's the level-playing field?

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?

1y ago

Protest against the decision to not allot a stall for Adarsha

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

1y ago

Life and contribution of Mahmud Shah Qureshi

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.

1y ago

Is Bangla Academy trying to suppress freedom of expression?

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.

1y ago

Satire Show: Railway’s whole life is a loss

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?

1y ago

Why allegations of money laundering not being probed?

In Bangladesh, the problem of money laundering is not new. But, what is the reality of this money laundering allegations? Has any significant action been taken to recover the laundered money?

1y ago

OTT regulations would badly restrict creative filmmaking

Filmmaker Ashfaque Nipun talks to The Daily Star Opinion about how the BTRC's OTT draft regulations, if implemented, could hinder the creatives of Bangladesh.

1y ago

New decision will diminish ACC's authority

The ACC has delegated the power to its secretaries to decide on the transfer and promotion of its deputy directors and assistant directors.

1y ago

Metro Rail: Festivities vs Reality

The Metro Rail project has to be used as a guideline for town-planning.

1y ago