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Shanto disappointed but praises Afghanistan

It is disappointing, but they played brilliantly. We couldn't take opportunities. The fast bowlers have been doing a very good job. I expected the spinners to come into the match; they tried, but Afghanistan played very good cricket, Shanto said during the post-match presentation ceremony.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 8:16 pm

Bangladesh wants to sign trade deal with Oman

The commerce minister expressed interest in meeting with Oman

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:41 pm

Couple allegedly stole gold from temple idols and sold it to jewellery shops: Police

Lipi and Arnab were arrested from Dhaka's Uttarkhan on October 11

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:33 pm

Dhaka to strongly raise Yunus harassment with Washington: Humaiun Kobir

State minister urges US law enforcement to identify those involved and take action

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:30 pm

Netrokona woman jailed for filing false rape case

DNA test ruled out accused as child

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:22 pm

Bangladesh seeks Dutch backing for EU trade deal

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir today sought the Netherlands

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:20 pm

Jamaat did not field women as 70% said they were not ready: Mardia Mumtaz

Reserved-seat MP says, party hopes to prepare women to contest elections over the next five years

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 6:45 pm

Ivy gets fresh bail in case linked to July 2024 uprising

Although Ivy had already secured bail from HC in the case, her lawyer said a fresh bail application was filed with lower court today and granted

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 6:17 pm

Govt plans age limit of 35 for entering legal profession: Law minister

Asaduzzaman says steps have been sought from authorities concerned to prevent late-career entry into law

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 6:06 pm

CUET VC freed after nearly 30 hours of confinement

The VC was confined to his office around 12:30pm yesterday

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 5:57 pm

Chinese man, Bangladeshi woman arrested over alleged liquor production in Savar

Police seize 15 litres of locally brewed alcohol and equipment from Hemayetpur flat

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 5:41 pm

Hazlewood takes six as Australia win Durban Test

Fast bowler Hazlewood twice broke promising stands and finished with six for 49.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 5:35 pm

Govt to reassess tourist limits, season for Saint Martin

The government will reconsider the duration of the tourism season, the daily visitor limit and the departure point for tourist ships to Saint Martin

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 5:30 pm

Hezbollah announces aid for displaced in Lebanon, despite pressures

The announcement also comes despite the U.S. sanctions on Iran, which backs Hezbollah with weapons and resources

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 5:14 pm

6 more die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours

Combined toll from confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths reaches 1,170 this year

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 5:12 pm

9 die of dengue, 1,954 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 316 this year as total cases reach 103,396

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 5:08 pm

Romario picks Pele over Messi in GOAT debate

Romario, a key figure in Brazil

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 3:55 pm

Doctors differ over health of CUET VC after more than 24 hours in confinement

One says he is fine; another finds high blood pressure and says he is ready for hospital

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 3:47 pm

Govt to consult experts on dengue vaccine trials: State minister

Dhaka city corporations to set up fever clinics, says MA Muhit

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 3:41 pm

Probashi Card being tested in 4

State minister outlines plans for higher remittance incentives, priority healthcare and other services for cardholders

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 2:43 pm

Messi still trying to comprehend his own greatness

Watching Lionel Messi often leaves football fans with a delightful dilemma. Which piece of magic should they admire most?

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 2:38 pm

Power plant fined Tk 20 lakh for polluting Sangu river

DoE orders compensation after tests find contamination levels exceeded permissible limits

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 2:32 pm

Hundreds queue in Hong Kong to glimpse Van Gogh painting unseen in public for 60 years

The November 18 auction will test the strength of the high-end art market, in which collectors have continued to compete for scarce trophy works, undeterred by broader economic uncertainty.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 1:38 pm

Saudi warning system stayed silent before deadly airport attacks

The government has not said why there were no alerts to the public before the four Riyadh attacks in the past week.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 1:35 pm

Only 18% of Kuakata water project completed as December deadline nears

Land acquisition delays treatment plant construction; municipality seeks one-year extension

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 1:34 pm

Deputy speaker urges opposition to form shadow cabinet

Says opposition should refrain from resorting to street agitation

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 12:33 pm

Indonesia seeks to strengthen Batak ulos industry

Antara News 13 Oct 2026 12:29 pm

India 'cockroach' leaders detained after entering barricaded protest site

Protesters climbed over barricades in central Delhi to demand the election chief resign over revised voter lists.

BBC 13 Oct 2026 12:28 pm

Couple killed in hit-and-run while collecting bottles beside highway in Cumilla

Police reviewing CCTV footage to identify the vehicle

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 12:14 pm

Ziaul Ahsan to attend ICT proceedings virtually from jail

The tribunal approved prosecution's request citing security concerns over transporting the former military officer

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 11:50 am

DNCC evicts illegal structures from Panthapath footpaths

Josna, a local woman whose primary source of income was destroyed in minutes, broke down in tears as all five of her goods-carrying vans were demolished during the drive

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 11:24 am

Why did Brazil President Lula file a complaint against Meta? | Explained

This is not the first time where Meta, formerly Facebook, has been accused of election interference.

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 11:11 am

CUET VC remains confined to office as standoff continues

Two people fall ill inside office as protesters press for VC's removal and restoration of former VC

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 10:14 am

What are the debates surrounding Nidal Hasans execution?| Explained

The move to make livestream the execution by firing squad has drawn criticism from activists, lawmakers across party lines, other nations, and international organisations alike for its barbaric nature and symbolism linked to autocracy and anarchy

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 10:11 am

Global growth to slow to 3.1% this year as war and AI boom split world economy: IMF

Countries shielded from the energy shock and connected to the tech supply chain are holding up

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 9:31 am

IMF warns of AI market correction, cyber threats to financial system

The cautionary message was delivered by the International Monetary Fund's latest Global Financial Stability Report, published on the second day of its annual gatherings with the World Bank, held this year in Thailand's capital, Bangkok.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 9:27 am

Benapole port to suspend trade for eight days during Durga Puja

Passenger movement to continue; daily revenue collection worth Tk 20 crore could be affected by the suspension

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 9:26 am

Hackers heat French supermarket fridges, sparking fires and spoiling food

The Paris prosecutors office said that a large-scale attack was affecting connected refrigerators in several major food retailers across France, leading to food losses and fires

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 9:08 am

US says it opposes Chinese 'coercion' after Belize, Paraguay ministers sanctioned

China sanctions Belize, Paraguay ministers over Taiwan ties

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 8:18 am

Can Carrick's 'hungry' Man United bounce back against Atletico?

United visit Spanish side Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday looking to improve on just one victory in their last six matches across all competitions.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 8:13 am

Rhythm behind the stumps helps Litton break batting slump

While his bat finally came alive, Litton

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 8:00 am

Fire brought under control after 12 hours at Chawkbazar market

Ten firefighting units remain at the scene to fully extinguish the blaze

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:55 am

Ronaldo on target as Al-Nassr win after security delay in Riyadh

Kick-off was delayed after Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence issued a safety warning 15 minutes before the scheduled start time in Riyadh, which has been targeted by missiles fired from Yemen-based Houthis in recent days.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 7:42 am

Running for Cover: The Limits of Early Warning in Rakhine Air War

The Myanmar regimes escalating air campaign in Rakhine exposes a deadly gap in civilian protection on the ground, warns conflict researcher Khine.

The Irrawaddy 13 Oct 2026 6:57 am

DIC Commences Global Rollout of ECOVART

Antara News 13 Oct 2026 5:40 am

Boardroom feud tests trusted Indian business empire

The dispute raises questions about the Indian conglomerate's governance, succession plans and future.

BBC 13 Oct 2026 4:40 am

Why Pakistan declared emergency in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa | Explained

The military-backed government in Pakistan has imposed emergency rule in the Opposition PTI-ruled Province, citing rise in terrorist attacks; the move comes amid a prolonged stand-off with the party of jailed ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan and a worsening security situation in the Province

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 4:26 am

Renshaw shines again as Australia close in on victory in first South Africa Test

Australia's Matt Renshaw played a leading role to leave his side needing six wickets on the last day of the first test to beat South Africa as the hosts were 102-4 at the close of play at Kingsmead on Monday.

The Daily Star 13 Oct 2026 1:02 am

Visas in limbo as U-19s sweat on clearance for Oman tour

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 12 Oct 2026 11:50 pm

Litton backs spinners to seal Bangladesh victory on Day 5

Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das is counting on Bangladesh

The Daily Star 12 Oct 2026 11:23 pm

Do not force me to lay siege to police stations: Jamaat MP warns Rangpur officials

Mahbubur Rahman accuses the administration of sidelining him and favouring one political party in government committees and fertiliser dealerships

The Daily Star 12 Oct 2026 10:31 pm