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Trump holds call with Netanyahu over state of Iran war: report

The Israeli source described the call as tough, while the American source said it was direct, according to Axios

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 2:05 am

U.S. mid-term elections: How officials are facing the heat

Poor-quality employment generation has consequences for economic growth; workers without social security spend less, save less and remain vulnerable to economic shocks

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 12:14 am

Bhutan builds 108 stupas in 9 hours, dedicates No. 76 to PM Modi

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk says gesture recognises Indias steadfast support for realisation of Gelephu Mindfulness City

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 10:07 pm

Tea workers protest over unpaid wages, benefits in Habiganj, Moulvibazar

Workers allege three weeks of unpaid wages

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:47 pm

Two confess in journalist Alif's murder

Arrestees give statements before court; police verifying information

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:43 pm

Sajek road remains blocked as transport workers reject one-day relaxation

Transport owners and workers demand a permanent reopening of the route, arguing that a single day of resumed services would serve little purpose

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:34 pm

Bangla QR now allows person-to-person transfers

Under the service, a person can send money to another individual simply by scanning that person

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:15 pm

Seifert blasts 93 as New Zealand win fifth India T20I

Tim Seifert narrowly missed a maiden international century but did enough to steer New Zealand to a seven-wicket win over India in the fifth and final T20I on Sunday.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 7:55 pm

Balancing fair wages and industry competitiveness

Recent labour unrest in Bangladesh's readymade garment (RMG) sector, factory closures and workers' demands for an increase in the minimum wage have once again brought an important economic and industrial issue to the fore

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 7:09 pm

S. Jaishankar meets Russian, Polish, South Korean counterparts; discusses Ukraine, West Asia

The External Affairs Minister also met Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 7:06 pm

Man hacked to death in Dhaka

Biplob, who was currently unemployed, used to run a fish business at a market near Lalbagh Fort

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 6:53 pm

Political ties from student life shouldn

Addressing 45th BCS police and Ansar recruits, home minister stresses discipline, sound judgment and responsible law enforcement

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 6:49 pm

19 detained over violence during workers' protest in Mirpur

Police say multiple cases will be filed over the burning of a police vehicle and attacks on police personnel

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 6:47 pm

Franchise bus service launches with existing vehicles

Six companies have been assigned routes, but disputes over route allocation and delays in repainting buses remain unresolved

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:32 pm

100 victories, 76.33% win rate: Flick's incredible Bar

Since taking charge in 2024, the German tactician has made an extraordinary impact at Camp Nou, establishing himself as one of the most successful managers in the club's history.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:31 pm

Tahsif Souri murder: Friend Disha arrested, police seek seven-day remand

Investigators say CCTV footage and phone records show Jarika Tasnim Disha was with the former air force officer before his death

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:06 pm

Bangladesh dealt a blow as Ronan Sullivan ruled out of SAFF Championship

Imtiaz Hamid Sabuj, a member of the Bangladesh Football Federation's (BFF) National Teams Committee and executive committee, confirmed the news to The Daily Star, saying the young forward had been ruled out of the competition, prompting the cancellation of his travel arrangements.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 2:12 pm

Terrorism is 'red line': Pakistan tells Afghanistan as it warns of action against cross-border threats

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of Pakistan, on Saturday, accused the Afghan Taliban leadership of refusing to address militancy emanating from Afghan soil and instead shifting blame on Islamabad for the deterioration in bilateral ties

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 1:00 pm

Fakhar shines when it matters most as Pakistan end nine-year trophy drought

His latest century, a magnificent 127 off 99 balls, reinforced his reputation as one of Pakistan

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:58 pm

ICT-1 initiates contempt proceedings against AB Party leader Fuaad

Tribunal asks him to appear on November 4 and explain

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:57 pm

Protesting workers walk out of factories, block road in Ashulia

Industrial police say all factories in Narsinghpur closed

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:53 pm

Protesters gather at Ramlila Maidan, Rahul Gandhi calls for march

Delhi Police have outlined crowd-management and traffic measures as Opposition parties demand the Chief Election Commissioner

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:47 pm

President Trump says U.S. still has one or two targets in Iran

The President said the United States is not in a hurry to take offensive action because it had already decimated Irans military and nuclear programme

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 12:10 pm

Nine games without a win, Carrick expects to stay at Man Utd

Michael Carrick said he expects to remain in charge of Manchester United for Tuesday's Champions League visit of Roma despite a 2-0 defeat at Chelsea that stretched the club's winless run to nine matches.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 10:17 am

Gazipur garment workers return to work after protests

Production resumed and traffic returned to normal

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 9:52 am

Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Nino

The decree also calls for deploying more rescue teams in hard-hit areas as Bolivia grapples with both flooding and drought because of El Nino, Paz said in an address to the nation.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 9:22 am

Youth stabbed to death in Khulna

A 35-year-old man was found dead with stab injuries in Khulna city last night

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:41 am

Clashes break out as hundreds of thousands protest in France; officer hit by Molotov cocktail

Clashes erupted in Paris and other French cities on Saturday after hundreds of thousands of people staged a third weekend of protests at soaring living costs

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:30 am

Iran warns US, Israel against new attacks after Trump, Netanyahu threats

President Donald Trump suggested he could launch fresh military action after the United States holds its midterm elections early next week

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:16 am

Kaka reduced to tears after being inducted into AC Milan Hall of Fame

Brazilian football great Kaka was reduced to tears as AC Milan inducted him into the club

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:05 am

When approach and ambitions fail to align

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 7:30 am

India's opposition set to hold mega rally seeking election chief's resignation

It comes amid growing protests over a voter roll revision exercise feared to leave 130 million voters off rolls.

BBC 1 Nov 2026 5:42 am

AC Milan earn 3-1 derby win over Inter

AC Milan's Diego Moreira claimed one goal and two assists as his side took local bragging rights and three precious points with a 3-1 victory over Inter Milan in their Serie A clash on Saturday, while AS Roma enjoyed a 5-2 victory at Udinese.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:57 am

Raphinha, Yamal shine as Barca hammer Alaves to retain LaLiga top spot

Raphinha and Lamine Yamal struck twice each as Barcelona thrashed Alaves 6-1 on Saturday to reclaim their LaLiga lead and get back on track after two damaging defeats.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:51 am

Rickshaw puller injured as ex-addl IGP

Police seize vehicle in Paltan but make no arrest

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 11:23 pm

Franchise bus service to launch Sunday despite operators

816 buses planned for six routes; DTCA says some companies may not join initially

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 10:47 pm

China state TV does not air first La Liga games since Mbappe furore

Chinese state television did not air on Saturday the first LaLiga games since Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe caused anger with a joke about the country's former leader Mao Zedong.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 10:30 pm

Quad delivering results for people in Indo-Pacific: Rubio

The group reviewed progress in turning shared priorities into real benefits for the Indo-Pacific region

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

UN ends its Somalia political mission after three decades

UNSOM was established by the UN Security Council in 2013 to support Somali authorities in the transition to democracy and the rule of law after more than two decades of conflict involving militias, Islamist groups and criminal gangs

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

Quad ministers express grave concerns over economic coercion

The four ministers expressed grave concerns regarding economic coercion, including through arbitrary export restrictions, said a statement from the Quad alliance in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:05 pm

'We have taken to the streets to press the people

Shafiqur speaks at street rally in Gopalganj during 11-party alliance

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 9:57 pm

South Africa beat Australia by 176 runs in third Test to win series

South Africa beat Australia by 176 runs and clinched a series victory when Australia were bowled out for 111 on the fifth day of the third Test at Newlands on Saturday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 7:09 pm

Mominul out of Sylhet Test due to concussion protocol

Mominul was replaced on October 30, meaning the seven-day period will not have elapsed when the Sylhet Test begins on November 5.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 7:04 pm

New gamma irradiation centre to boost farm exports: agri minister

The government opens a new gamma irradiation centre in Gazipur

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:55 pm

28 prominent citizens condemn obstruction of Manik Posari

Demand fair investigation and legal action over alleged obstruction by local Jamaat leaders and activists in Pirojpur

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:24 pm

France heads into third weekend of protests as youth-led rallies sweep Europe

Interior Minister Laurent Nuez warned of a very high risk of disorder, especially after dark on Halloween

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 6:08 pm