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U.S. and China should stay clear-eyed on AI cooperation and competition, says Scott Bessent

Bessent, who will travel to China next week for U.S. President Donald Trumps third meeting this year with Chinese President Xi Jinping, said that he wanted to build a constructive relationship on the basis of balance and reciprocity

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 8:15 am

Rubio says 'no need' to attack Iran as diplomacy gathers pace

Tehran said its offer to reopen Hormuz within two days if Washington agreed to a raft of conditions remained on the table

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 8:06 am

U.S. House Oversight Committee criticises Trump administration over release of Epstein records

The 137-page report, released by the GOP-controlled committee, comes nearly a year after Congress passed and President Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 7:11 am

U.S. judge says Trumps $10 billion BBC defamation case can proceed

U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Kuntz in Florida declined to throw out Mr. Trumps defamation claim against the BBC, saying Mr. Trump had plausibly alleged that the broadcaster damaged his reputation and knew or should have known the clip was misleading

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 6:06 am

U.S. Army member arrested in U.K. for alleged Russian links

The U.K. authorities said the investigation was not linked to other ongoing counterterrorism investigations

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 5:05 am

NMDC said to be in talks with Russias Rosatom over lithium investments

Rosatom and Russian miner Nornickel, however, are developing the countrys largest lithium deposit through their PolarLithium joint venture, with commercial production expected to begin by 2030

The Hindu 10 Nov 2026 11:17 pm

Khulna University sets new dates for admission tests

First-year undergraduate admission tests for Units A and B to be held on February 4, and those for Units C and D on February 5

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 10:27 pm

Israeli forces shoot dead 14-year-old in West Bank: Palestinian officials

The Israeli military, asked by AFP about the incident, said on Tuesday (November 10, 2026) it had acted to hwart stone-hurling and terrorist attacks in the area.

The Hindu 10 Nov 2026 10:15 pm

Khulna residents living in fear amid extortion, killings: Jamaat MP tells parliament

Two other Jamaat MPs raise concerns over gas shortages and rising LPG prices

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 9:48 pm

11 AL, associate body activists arrested in Netrokona

Those arrested include members of the Awami League, Jubo League, banned Chhatra League and Swechchhasebak League

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 9:19 pm

Neighbouring country backing attempts to destabilise Bangladesh: Jamaat

Meeting of opposition lawmakers raises concerns over Matarbari agreement, garment sector crisis

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 9:05 pm

Ex-IGP Benazir out on bail but barred from leaving UAE: Home minister citing UAE authorities

Salahuddin Ahmed tells parliament that Emirati authorities have restricted Benazir's travel pending the outcome of Bangladesh's extradition request

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:35 pm

Sandpapergate: The controversy is far from over

With Warner supporting his claims, Starc maintaining his denial, Lehmann questioning the extent of team knowledge and Clarke demanding answers, Australian cricket once again finds itself divided.

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:29 pm

Chhatra Shakti DU president attacked with sharp weapons in Sreemangal

The matter is being investigated but no formal complaint filed, say police

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:20 pm

Chhatra Shakti DU president allegedly attacked with sharp weapons in Sreemangal

The matter is being investigated but no formal complaint filed, say police

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:20 pm

BB rebrands small-loan scheme as e-Loan

The central bank backs it with a Tk 100 crore revolving fund

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:11 pm

State minister reiterates prohibition on Awami League publicity across media platforms

Yasser Khan Choudhury reminds news outlets that restrictions on the party and its affiliated organisations extend to publicity campaigns on television, online media and social platforms

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:07 pm

PM reaches T

Tarique was received at Antalya airport by T

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:06 pm

Ex-Sitakunda sub-registrar who registered 74 land deeds for alleged Jungle Salimpur gang leader Yasin suspended

Law ministry takes action against Rayhan Habib over alleged misconduct and corruption

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 8:01 pm

Bangladesh Bank questions bKash over more than 7,000 fake accounts

Central bank demands answers from the mobile financial service provider over concerns involving thousands of accounts, putting account verification practices under scrutiny

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 7:30 pm

True value of success measured by positive impact in others' lives: President

Speaking at IUB's 27th convocation, the Chancellor urges graduates to apply their education for national welfare and embrace lifelong learning

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 7:27 pm

Bangladesh achieves 64.5 percent formal financial inclusion

Bangladesh Bank publishes Financial Inclusion Report

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 7:21 pm

Fatullah residential madrasa had no fire safety measures: Fire service

88 students taken to burn institute after blaze; four in critical condition

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 7:10 pm

Grameen Bank's entrance set on fire in Netrokona

Similar attack was reported at another branch in the district on October 14

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 7:05 pm

Handcuffed Awami League leader snatched from police custody in Sylhet

Attackers blocked police vehicle in Jaintiapur, forcibly free Zakaria Mahmud and vandalised the vehicle; three arrested as police launch operation to recapture him

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 6:29 pm

ASK condemns vandalism of signboard at Dhirendranath Dutta's house

Rights body demands impartial probe, security for Aroma Dutta and withdrawal of archaeology department's order

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 6:24 pm

It's time for Bangladesh to start winning titles, says Hamza

Hamza Choudhury believes Bangladesh football has reached a stage where building hype and attracting attention are no longer enough, insisting that the next step must be winning matches and tournaments.

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 6:19 pm

'I just want to play': Endrick hints at possible Real Madrid exit

The 20-year-old is set to play a role with the Selecao in a friendly against Japan in Singapore on Saturday.

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 6:16 pm

BASIC Bank wins legal battle, gets possession of Motijheel building after a decade

In 2010, BASIC Bank signed an agreement with Business Resources Limited, a developer owned by landowner Sinku Akramuzzaman, for the purchase of the land and construction of the building as part of efforts to house its head office

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 5:58 pm

Shakeel's 93 puts Pakistan in driving seat against Sri Lanka

Saqib dismissed Dinesh Chandimal for one in his second over and then removed a well-set Lahiru Udara for 42 to leave Sri Lanka on 65-3.

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 5:51 pm

Myanmar Embassies Push Tax, Remittance Rules as Migrant Backlash Grows Across Asia

Tensions are escalating between millions of overseas workers and a cash-strapped military regime that has tied passport renewal to mandatory remittance.

The Irrawaddy 10 Nov 2026 5:47 pm

Alvarez exit comments annoyed Atletico players: Alex Baena

The Argentine striker said publicly in June that he had discussed his future with the club and that he best thing for everyone would be a transfer, adding that he was keen to fulfil his dream.

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 5:41 pm

Over 24,000 politically motivated cases withdrawn so far: Law minister

Asaduzzaman tells parliament that even murder cases may be withdrawn if found politically motivated through a screening process, but rape cases will be excluded

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 5:13 pm

PM Tarique reaches Istanbul en route to COP31 summit in Antalya

PM Tarique reaches Istanbul en route to COP31 summit in Antalya

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 5:10 pm

Astonishing inaction by law enforcers enabled nationwide sabotage: Porwar

Jamaat secretary general holds BNP government responsible for recent bomb explosions and arson attacks, alleging that security agencies failed to prevent violence at more than 50 locations

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 4:51 pm

8 die of dengue, 1,595 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 474

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 4:31 pm

Paul McCartney becomes the world

Paul McCartney has become a billionaire, with Forbes estimating the former Beatle

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 4:21 pm

Two Bangladeshi films selected for NHK Japan Prize 2026

Two Bangladeshi documentaries,

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 4:14 pm

Murder case accused escapes from Dhaka courtroom after loosening handcuffs

19-year-old Kausar Mia fled while his police escort was handing over a custody warrant, police say

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 3:59 pm

Attacks on Awami League leaders

Former AL MP Sajjadul Hassan among those affected as houses were reportedly vandalised and looted in Mohanganj; BNP denies involvement

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 3:37 pm

Roma will not release Molina for Argentina duty

Reports in Italy confirm that Roma will not release Nahuel Molina for international duty with Argentina this week, despite his seven-game ban for his antics at the end of the World Cup final being reduced to just four games.

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 3:36 pm

Two former BCL leaders of Rajshahi Medical College taken into police custody

Students, doctors protest alleged 'secret meeting' in director

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 3:23 pm

Myanmar Regime Routs Resistance HQ on Bago

In a surprise raid, the regime seizes the Peoples Defense Forces Special Region Military Command in the rugged hills between Kyaikhto and Shwegyin.

The Irrawaddy 10 Nov 2026 2:59 pm

Woman found hanging from tree in Moulvibazar

The actual cause of death would be determined after the autopsy report was received

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 2:59 pm

Biman to convert two aircraft into dedicated freighters

The move aims to expand cargo capacity and earnings as the government considers leasing aircraft to meet interim fleet needs

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 2:56 pm

Blue Tsunami Claims a Congressional Champion of Myanmar

Bill Huizengas election defeat leaves Myanmar advocates mourning the loss of a key ally in Congressand facing the challenge of rebuilding years of hard-won ties.

The Irrawaddy 10 Nov 2026 2:51 pm

Private car driver injured in crude bomb blast near DU business faculty

Another explosion reported at an adjacent site where a private car was damaged

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 2:49 pm

Bangladesh Confirms Talks With AA Over Rohingya Repatriation

Dhaka acknowledged engaging both the regime and the Arakan Army as the ethnic armed groups control of much of Rakhine reshapes efforts to return Rohingya refugees.

The Irrawaddy 10 Nov 2026 2:39 pm

Explosions heard in Saudi capital Riyadh: AFP journalists

AFP journalists heard the blasts, and residents received an alert on their mobile phones instructing them to take shelter due to an aerial threat

The Hindu 10 Nov 2026 2:14 pm

Former BCB boss Bulbul appointed advisor to Lahore Qalandars

Lahore Qalandars have appointed former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul as an advisor to the franchise

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 2:04 pm

What are the eight Articles of impeachment filed against U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth?

Representative Thomas Massie, backed by lawmakers including Ro Khanna, has introduced eight Articles of Impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in the House; heres what you should know about them

The Hindu 10 Nov 2026 2:03 pm

Fire burns Haor Express coach in Netrokona station

A fire damaged seats in a compartment of the intercity Haor Express at Mohanganj Railway Station in Netrokona early today

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 1:01 pm

A-challan mandatory for all non-judicial stamp duties from July 2027

Under the new arrangement, payments must be made through the A-challan system, regardless of the amount

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 12:53 pm

Giti Tire Makes History with Guinness World Records

PRNewswire Dubai [UAE], November 10: Giti Tire has achieved another milestone in automotive engineering, earning the Guinness World Records

devdiscourse 10 Nov 2026 12:37 pm

NRBC Bank to invest Tk 100cr in securities subsidiary

The private bank will subscribe to 10 crore ordinary shares of Tk 10 each

The Daily Star 10 Nov 2026 12:32 pm

Oxford museum returns ancestral Naga skulls to India

The remains will be taken to Nagaland, where tribal leaders plan a joint memorial and burial.

BBC 10 Nov 2026 11:53 am