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You have crushed fascism, now strengthen democracy and press freedom

The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’

ERF-Nagad Best Reporting Award 2023 / Star journo Ahsan Habib, 18 others awarded

Habib won the first prize in the private sector category for series reports on "War hit private sector harder than pandemic"

Jisshu Sengupta to finally share screen with Shakib Khan in ‘Borbaad'

The filming of Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan’s latest movie “Borbaad” is currently underway. Under the direction of Mehdi Hasan Hridoy, the project is being shot in Mumbai, India.

Shakib Khan-starrer 'Borbaad' to feature Mamunur Rashid

Veteran actor Mamunur Rashid has just about wrapped up filming for his latest exciting project, “Borbaad,” directed by Mehedi Hasan Hridoy. After completing the shoot in Mumbai, India, he has officially returned to Bangladesh.

Mehazabien’s leap: From being K-drama fan to premiering ‘Saba’ at Busan

Celebrated actress Mehazabien Chowdhury has embarked on her cinematic journey with her debut film, “Saba”. Currently, she is in South Korea, attending the prestigious Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) to showcase the project.

Hats off to grassroots women torchbearers

Five grassroots women were honoured at the seventh edition of the Unsung Women Nation Builders Award-2023 yesterday evening for their resilience and dedication that empowered themselves and brought about meaningful changes in society.

4th Death Anniversary of Latifur Rahman / Tribute by Mahfuz Anam: Remembering the flagbearer of independent journalism

As we commemorate Latifur Rahman, we miss his presence, warmth and personal touch in championing the cause of independent journalism.

Laurels for women breaking the barriers

Building Technology and Ideas Ltd (bti) and The Daily Star yesterday honoured 12 women from various walks of life for their exemplary contributions to nation-building.

Yet another woeful birthday for Kumar Bishwajit

Legendary singer and composer Kumar Bishwajit is enduring another woeful birthday as his only child Nibir, remains hospitalised after a severe road accident. The renowned singer is anxiously awaiting Nibir’s quick recovery.  

June 26, 2018
June 26, 2018

Indalo coming to The Daily Star's Facebook Live June 27

One of the most prolific rock bands in Bangladesh of present time, Indalo is to come live on The Daily Star’s Facebook page on June 27.

June 2, 2018
June 2, 2018

Daily Star website blocked

Since last night, many of our readers have been complaining that they cannot access our website. We have verified the complaints and found that our site is mysteriously not available from some international internet gateways (IIGs).

April 25, 2018
April 25, 2018

The Daily Star wins Asian Media Awards

Bangladeshi English newspaper The Daily Star wins prestigious Asian Media Awards in “Best in Community Service” category.

December 29, 2017
December 29, 2017

Star journo wins award for report on human rights

The Daily Star’s staff correspondent Rafiul Islam is awarded by Crime Reporters’ Association of Bangladesh (CRAB) for his report on human rights titled “No safety in custody”.

December 10, 2017
December 10, 2017

STAR Day At A Glance| Sunday, December 10, 2017

Dear readers, here are the headlines of the day on Sunday, December 10, 2017.

December 5, 2017
December 5, 2017

Desperately missing his guidance in this era of press bashing

It was my grand privilege to have succeeded our founding editor SM Ali in November 1993. Journalism has undergone dramatic transformation in these last 24 years, regrettably not all for the better.

October 14, 2017
October 14, 2017

It's fake

A screenshot of a fake front page of The Daily Star's October 14 issue is going viral in the social media. In the image of the page, it is seen that Editor Mahfuz Anam wrote a commentary (with the headline “A disgrace to Bangladesh” and second headline “As if we are heading to jungle law”). In reality, Mahfuz Anam has not written any commentary recently. The lead story headline “CJ exposes the Govt” and the subsequent second headline are also fake and motivated.

September 29, 2017
September 29, 2017

STAR Day At A Glance| Friday, September 29, 2017

Dear readers, here are the headlines of the day on Friday, September 29, 2017.

September 18, 2017
September 18, 2017

STAR Midday Brief| Monday, September 18, 2017

Dear readers, here are the headlines of the day so far on Monday, September 18, 2017.

September 16, 2017
September 16, 2017

Star Day at a Glance | Saturday 16th September, 2017

Hello readers! Let's have a look into the headlines on the 16th of September, 2017. Happy reading with us!