Private forest now a bird sanctuary
Today's Star Special will feature the story of Akash Koli Das's bird sanctuary
Ceasefire in Gaza: US vetoes move at UNSC
The United States has blocked a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and the unconditional release of hostages
Mahiya Mahi's nomination papers rejected due to signatures
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Is Bangladesh going towards a deep economic crisis?
How can Bangladesh avoid the economic crisis to deepen further?
Who will benefit from WTO's duty benefit extension?
What are WTO’s duty-free benefits?
Has the number of unemployed really decreased in the country?
The number of unemployed in the country has decreased. In other words, more people are involved in economic activities than ever before
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Raushan won’t run for JS
BNP leader Shajahan to contest polls with AL ticket
BNP Vice Chairman Shahjahan Omar today said he has resigned from the party and gotten nomination from the ruling Awami League to contest the January 7 general election from Jhalakathi-1
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In conversation with Historian Perween Hasan
Although history was not her initial pursuit during her youth, she later wholeheartedly immersed herself in the field
Durga Puja: 65ft Kumbhakarna with 501 idols in Khulna
There is a 65-foot long sleeping idol of Kumbhakarna, along with 501 idols based on stories from the four ages of Hindu mythology. An array of activities are going on centring this year's Durga Puja at Shikdar Bari in Hakimpur village in Khulna
In the words of Professor Niaz Zaman
The contributions of Professor Niaz Zaman to the English translation of modern Bengali literature are truly extraordinary. Born into a non-Bengali family, she has dedicated herself to bringing the captivating world of Bengali literature to the global audience through relentless translation efforts. She also stands as a witness to significant historical events like the Partition and the Liberation War
Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Yash Rohan
Find out on the second episode of The Daily Star's podcast, A Peek Inside with Sadi!
How was the first day of BNP hartal?
Private vehicles operated freely in the city on the first day of the BNP hartal. However, people using public transport faced some hassle as there were fewer options. Long-distance buses were scarce on the highway. In the meantime, there were a number of incidents of arson across the country
80 killed in Gaza camp, UN-run school in Israeli strikes
A Hamas health official said more than 80 people were killed yesterday in twin strikes on a northern Gaza refugee camp, including a UN school used as a shelter for people displaced by the Israel-Hamas war
Over 11,000 killed so far in 40-day Gaza attacks
In a distressing turn of events, Israel conducted a raid on Ibn Sina Hospital amid ongoing turmoil, echoing the recent assault on al-Shifa Hospital. Situated in the occupied West Bank, Ibn Sina Hospital now finds itself encircled by Israeli forces
What will be the role of election-time govt?
Yesterday, the Election Commission announced the schedule for the parliamentary elections. Is a dialogue among opposing political parties possible now? What will be the role of the government and the Election Commission during the election?
229 BGB platoons deployed across the country
A total of 229 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed across the country to help law enforcers maintain law and order, a day after the Election Commission announced the election schedule for the 12th general election..Shariful Islam, public relations officer (PRO) at
17 days of arson across the country
Amid the ongoing political unrest, vehicles and establishments are being set on fire across the country. According to Fire Service and Civil Defence data, more than 150 arsons have been reported nationwide in the last 17 days
Islami Andolan rejects polls results
Islami Andolon Bangladesh (IAB) has rejected the polls schedule and announced fresh protest programme across the country for tomorrow to press home its demand for holding the next general election under a "national government"
PM opens 157 projects including Purbachal, Ctg expressways
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today inaugurated and laid foundation stones of 10,041 structures and houses under 157 development projects, including the Sheikh Hasina Swarani (Purbachal Expressway) and first elevated expressway in Chattogram
