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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.  

September 1, 2016
September 1, 2016

Guest delight for The Daily Star

The Daily Star needed a totally committed guest under the bar to cross the quarterfinal hurdle and set up a semifinal showdown

August 31, 2016
August 31, 2016

Daily Star reach semis

The Daily Star (TDS) reach the semi-finals of the Walton-DRU Media Cup Football Tournament after ousting Kaler Kontho 2-1 in penalty shootout at Shaheed (Captain) M Mansur Ali National Handball Stadium.

August 31, 2016
August 31, 2016

Daily Star in last eight

The Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) football tournament is back after six years and so is The Daily Star.

August 30, 2016
August 30, 2016

Daily Star beat Gazi TV in an intense contest

The Daily Star book their place in the quarter-finals of the Walton-DRU Media Cup Football Tournament after a 1-0 victory over Gazi TV at Shaheed (Captain) M Mansur Ali National Handball Stadium.

August 11, 2016
August 11, 2016

Kazakh Balandin destroys 'mankini' myth with Rio gold

Beefy Kazakh swimmer Dmitriy Balandin put the former Soviet state on the Olympic map by winning his country's first gold medal in the sport.

August 11, 2016
August 11, 2016

Bangladesh flagbearers make their bow today

Siddikur Rahman and Mahfizur Rahman -- two of the flag bearers for Bangladesh in the Olympic Games -- will carry the nation's hopes at two different venues of Rio de Janeiro today.

August 4, 2016
August 4, 2016

BCB boss advocates selective coverage

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Nazmul Hassan Papon, upon requests made by members of the media called them to his Beximco Pharmaceuticals office.

July 10, 2016
July 10, 2016

A tribute: Schanberg who first broke Pak atrocities to the world

The Daily Star is paying a tribute to Sydney H Schanberg, a correspondent of The New York Times who upheld before the world the atrocities of Pakistani military in Bangladesh in 1971 through his reporting.

June 16, 2016
June 16, 2016

Bangladesh will not run out of gas any time soon

In reality, the expected gas richness has not been visible because of the lack of exploration. Far more exploration needs to be carried out in order to unravel its true gas potential.

June 13, 2016
June 13, 2016

HC stays proceedings of 10 cases against Star editor

High Court has stayed for three months the proceedings of 10 cases filed on charges of defamation and sedition against The Daily Star Editor and Publisher Mahfuz Anam.