No link with Aynaghar, claims Maj Gen Ziaul Ahsan
"I was not related to Aynaghar," Ziaul told the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) where he was produced today
Star Interview / Political party consensus will determine speed of reforms, election
Prof Yunus says in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam
Yunus joins first meeting at Secretariat
The meeting of the Advisory Council started at 11:03am with Yunus in the chair
8 ex-govt high-ups produced before ICT
Eight former high-profile government officials were produced before ICT at 10:20am
Environmental impact assessment: It’s now mandatory for all RHD projects
The Roads and Highways Department must carry out the Environmental Impact Assessment for all its future projects to avoid possible negative impact on the environment.
S Alam says Singapore citizenship is a shield against central bank ‘intimidation’: FT
The letter and Saiful Alam’s threat to pursue international arbitration mark his most serious pushback yet against Bangladesh’s interim government.
Dhaka stocks regain
Of the traded shares, 213 advanced, 89 declined, and 67 remained unchanged
Lima hails UAE's demolition of Qatar as best performance of 2026 qualifiers
Four-goal striker Fabio Lima said the United Arab Emirates' 5-0 thrashing of Qatar on Tuesday was his team's finest performance in the third phase of Asia's World Cup qualifying.
Bangladesh loses $335m a year for corporate tax abuse
Bangladesh is losing $355 million in tax annually because of outward profit shifting by the corporates, particularly multinational firms, and abuses by individuals who have wealth, especially in tax havens.
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A R Rahman and wife Saira Banu separating after 29 years
Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman and wife Saira Banu are separating after 29 years of marriage, their lawyer said on Tuesday.
Victory over Saudi Arabia gives World Cup belief, says Indonesia coach
Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team's shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup.
Los Angeles passes 'sanctuary city' ordinance to protect migrants
"We are extremely concerned, given that this is a city where about a third of the population is immigrants
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Ukraine hits Russia with US ATACMS missiles for first time on war's 1,000th day
Moscow has said such weapons cannot be launched without direct US operational support and their use would make Washington a direct combatant in the war, prompting Russian retaliation
Nadal's sensational career ends
Superstar Rafael Nadal's glittering career in professional tennis came to an end on Tuesday as Netherlands eliminated Spain in the Davis Cup quarter-finals.
When dance speaks the language of resilience and spirit
With its universal message of hope, “A Rising Lioness: In Search of Beauty” speaks not only to burn survivors but to anyone facing disabilities, neurodiversity, or societal exclusion. By portraying a journey of courage and transformation, the production inspires reflection on the values of empathy, and inclusion, and celebrates the human spirit of resilience.
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Food prices stubbornly high despite govt measures
When prices of widely consumed staples like potatoes, edible oil, sugar or onions spike and remain inflated for extended periods, it understandably hits the poor and low-income people where it hurts the most: in their wallet.
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Nadal v Djokovic: The most contested rivalry
Rafael Nadal's rivalry with Roger Federer will forever be remembered for a series of classic clashes, but his head-to-head record against Novak Djokovic featured more matches and was more closely fought.
Six memorable Rafael Nadal Grand Slam finals
Rafael Nadal ended his career on Tuesday as Spain were elimintated from the Davis Cup finals, after a spectacular career that brought him 22 Grand Slam titles.
Indo-Bangla high-level meet in Dec
Bangladesh and India’s first high-level official meeting since the fall of the Awami League government is scheduled for December in Dhaka.