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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.  

February 9, 2016
February 9, 2016

BCL leaders file 2 defamation cases against Daily Star editor

A Bangladesh Chhatra League leader files a Tk 50-crore defamation case against The Daily Star editor for publishing reports based on information given by DGFI which allegedly tarnished the image of Awami League chief Sheikh Hasina. Meanwhile, a local BCL leader files another Tk 1-crore defamation case in Khulna on the same charge.

February 9, 2016
February 9, 2016

Editors are partners of conspiracy

Editors sometimes work as partners of conspiracy against the country's interest, Mahbubul Alam Hanif, Awami League joint general

February 8, 2016
February 8, 2016

7 lawmakers lambast Star in parliament

Six treasury bench lawmakers and an independent MP last night demanded trial of The Daily Star editor and publisher Mahfuz Anam for “running false reports” on Sheikh Hasina after the 1/11 political changeover in 2007.

February 6, 2016
February 6, 2016

Celebrating 25 years

For most people a 25th anniversary celebration is an excuse for a grand party.

February 5, 2016
February 5, 2016

Daily Star’s role earns kudos

Dignitaries from the country and abroad today hailed The Daily Star for its unflinching commitment for journalism and the development of Bangladesh.

February 5, 2016
February 5, 2016

Daily Star honours 25 scholars, nation builders

The Daily Star awards 24 prominent individuals and an institution with lifetime achievement awards at its 25th anniversary event to honour their contribution to the society. They are honoured with the prestige at a gala event commemorating the anniversary at Dhaka’s Osmani Memorial in attendance of President Abdul Hamid.

February 5, 2016
February 5, 2016

Democracy needs active role of newspapers: President

President Abdul Hamid calls upon all newspapers to continue their contributions to the development of the country through responsible journalism. Addressing a programme marking the 25th anniversary of The Daily Star, he says all the media must work to fight extremism and terrorism.

February 3, 2016
February 3, 2016

Inspiring storytellers to join Daily Star's silver jubilee gala

During 25 years of its journey, The Daily Star has unfolded inspiring stories and taken numerous initiatives to make a difference. In alignment with this spirit, The Daily Star arranged an online campaign marking 25 years of Journalism without fear and favour where online readers were urged to submit their inspiring stories.

February 3, 2016
February 3, 2016

‘Save tiger’ awareness campaign starts Feb 11

A two-year-long national awareness campaign to save tigers will begin on February 11.

January 28, 2016
January 28, 2016

Audacity of an offender

In a gross show of power, a car owner first hit a van driver in Dhaka and then beat up a journalist who protested the incident.