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3 BNP, Chhatra Dal men arrested over alleged fertiliser smuggling bid to Myanmar

Police say the suspects were involved in arranging the transfer of 301 sacks of urea fertiliser seized in Mirsarai, Chattogram, for onward transport to Myanmar by sea

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 5:17 pm

Inflation eases to 8.27% in October

Food inflation falls, but non-food inflation climbs to 9.89%

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 5:05 pm

Dhaka Wasa water samples to be retested in Sweden over PFAS concerns: LGRD minister

Authorities test 40 to 50 samples every day to ensure the quality and safety of the water supplied to consumers, Moyeen Khan tells parliament

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 4:57 pm

Over 600 bags of fertiliser looted from dealer's warehouse in Pabna

Agitation follows decision to limit distribution to farmers from three wards

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 4:37 pm

Poor batting, spin bowling cost us series: Shanto

It was undoubtedly a frustrating outcome for Shanto and his men, who struggled to maintain the momentum gained from their historic Test victory in Darwin in subsequent matches against Afghanistan and the West Indies.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 4:24 pm

Speaker Hafiz Uddin urges MPs to respect differing views, prioritise national interests

Opening the fourth session of the 13th parliament, he calls for dialogue, mutual respect and accountability to uphold democratic values and meet public expectations

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 4:15 pm

Three killed, 15 injured as bus overturns in Lakshmipur

Bus overturns on Lakshmipur-Dhaka highway; driver and helper flee the scene

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 3:50 pm

'I feel a deep affinity with Humayun Ahmed

The singer shared his thoughts after recently finishing Ahmed

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 3:39 pm

Untangling Nvidia chief Jensen Huangs Chinese spy connection

Nvidia said that it was investigating its Mr. Huang after he told the board he had been intimate with a customer, Alice Huang, whom U.S. intelligence determined was a Chinese spy, per a report by New York Times

The Hindu 9 Nov 2026 2:12 pm

Two state oil companies report higher profits in FY26

Jamuna Oil

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:57 pm

Two parked buses set on fire in Savar

Two buses torched in separate incidents along Dhaka-Aricha highway; tyres also set ablaze in Bismail

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:43 pm

12-point demand rally leaves battery-run auto-rickshaws scarce across Dhaka

Commuters struggled to reach their destinations as drivers pressed for licences, route permits and an end to vehicle seizures

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:41 pm

Public university admission procedures to begin after December 31

UGC chairman says decision aims to give HSC supplementary examinees a chance to sit for admission tests

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:37 pm

Bagerhat awaits nursing college as construction remains stalled

Tk 17.5 crore project launched in November 2023; contractor halted work after completing 60pc of construction

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:36 pm

Mushfiqur first Bangladesh batter to reach 7,000 Test runs

Mushfiqur now sits comfortably atop Bangladesh

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:15 pm

Uncapped Robin in for SA Tests, Naim returns as opening option

Meanwhile, Mahfijul Islam Robin has earned his maiden Test call-up as a back-up opener. The right-hander has struck three centuries and two half-centuries for Mymensingh in the ongoing National Cricket League (NCL), including a double century against Chattogram Division.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 11:59 am

Tarique to visit T

The prime minister is also expected to meet the Australian prime minister, Uzbekistan's president and China's deputy prime minister

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 11:29 am

BGB deploys 34 platoons in Dhaka, Gazipur and Narayanganj following labour unrest

The force has stepped up security in key industrial areas, with its headquarters monitoring field operations through live footage

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 11:16 am

US-Bangla wins best domestic airline award, seven other honours

Carrier retains the top domestic airline title for the fifth consecutive year at The Bangladesh Monitor

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 10:25 am

Barcelona show Flick's formula still works against the best

Paris St Germain and Real Madrid both had the answers to the questions that Barcelona asked of them last month.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 10:21 am

Trump says immigration crackdown was 'too tough' after midterm setback

The US president acknowledges political damage from sweeping deportations as Democrats make major gains in the midterm elections, reports BBC

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 9:55 am

Fire in China apartment building kills 14: state media

Deadly fires are relatively common in China due to lax building codes and an often slipshod approach to workplace safety.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 9:52 am

Indian capital chokes with pollution after Diwali fireworks

Toxic air in parts of India's capital New Delhi soared to more than 58 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily limit Monday, after fireworks for the Hindu festival of Diwali, air monitor data showed

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 9:50 am

From Catapult to capital: NextFin Asia reaches

Antara News 9 Nov 2026 9:43 am

Tigers wobble as Warrican strikes twice before lunch

The Tigers are already trailing 1-0 after suffering an eight-wicket defeat in the opening Test at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 9:30 am

369-run mountain stands between Tigers and series whitewash

The Tigers are already trailing 1-0 after suffering an eight-wicket defeat in the opening Test at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 9:30 am

Hamza arrives in Dhaka as Bangladesh gear up for Sri Lanka

While Hamza's arrival has lifted the mood around the national team, the Bangladesh Football Federation's handling of media access has once again come under scrutiny.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 8:58 am

Disgraced comedian Russell Brand to be sentenced for rape, assaults

Brand's conviction last week marked the final blow in a scandal-hit showbiz career that saw him embody the anything-goes culture of 2000s British TV and radio

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 8:17 am

At least 35 killed in migrant boat sinking off Senegal

Along this route thousands of people have died in recent years trying to reach Spain's Canary Islands from west Africa

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 8:13 am

Carrick's crunch time, City's freefall and Sage's sack threat highlight PL weekend

Arsenal have rarely hit top gear but a 1-0 win over Hull stretched their lead at the top to five points over surprise challengers Brighton, while slumping Manchester City suffered a shock loss at Nottingham Forest.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 7:57 am

COP31 opens as climate and geopolitical pressures mount

More than 100,000 people are expected to attend COP31 in a sprawling expo centre in the Mediterranean seaside city of Antalya over the next two weeks

The Hindu 9 Nov 2026 7:18 am

Lopez brace fires Barcelona to comeback win over Atletico Madrid

Last season Atletico defeated Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-finals and also in the Copa del Rey, but the Catalans earned some measure of revenge here.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 6:33 am

Pope Leo takes Milei to task as he visits divided Argentina

Pope Leo spoke out in defence of the poor and pensioners, insisting that particular concern be shown for those affected by illness, dependency and disability a veiled reference to the governments controversial cuts to disability assistance

The Hindu 9 Nov 2026 5:08 am

A spin plan that failed to turn

While Bangladesh are putting on a brave face heading into day five, their tactical gambles have repeatedly backfired. A draw is now the most positive result they can realistically hope for in the Sylhet Test, and even that would leave them losing the series. Their decision to back three spin options has once again failed to deliver.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:17 am

United strike twice in stoppage time to draw 4-4 with Villa

Manchester United twice came from two goals down to salvage a remarkable 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday and potentially save manager Michael Carrick's job.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:10 am

'Just give Bangladesh, India the final': Sri Lanka coach Mutairi slams refereeing after Bhutan draw

Sri Lanka head coach Abdullah Al Mutairi slammed the match officials after his side's 2-2 draw against Bhutan in their opening SAFF Championship fixture on Sunday, questioning what kind of refereeing they could expect when they face hosts Bangladesh.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:24 pm

Crude bomb blasts, arson attacks in Dhaka aimed at spreading panic: DMP

Police say several people have been arrested as investigations intensify into explosions and attacks on public transport

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 7:00 pm

Three icons, one era: The numbers behind Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar

Their combined international statistics paint a remarkable picture of an era that football fans will never forget

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:30 pm

With Rooppur's first unit nearing operation, IAEA begins emergency preparedness review

10-member expert team to assess emergency response measures during 11-day mission

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:28 pm

Pakistan first team to reach SAFF Championship semifinals

Pakistan became the first team to book a semifinal berth in the SAFF Championship after 19-year-old striker Najeeb Ullah Khan scored a first-half brace in a commanding 3-0 win over the Maldives at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Sunday.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:06 pm

Rethinking boardroom risk: A constructive path for BSEC

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The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:01 pm

Man killed after being hit by motorcycle in Jhenaidah

Victim, a rickshaw van driver, dies on the spot; motorcyclist critically injured

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:50 pm

High Court gives authorities two more weeks to survey Karnaphuli riverbanks

Court seeks report identifying illegal encroachers following delay in complying with its 2023 order

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:46 pm

Tourism workers

Antara News 8 Nov 2026 4:36 pm

BB eases LC cash margin for Ramadan essentials

Banks asked to give priority to imports of 10 food items

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:23 pm

REHAB calls for an end to unregulated share-based housing business

REHAB cited a recent investigative report that found that, as of September 30, 2026, some 9,823 fraud cases related to land share-based housing projects were pending in court, involving roughly Tk 12,000 crore

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:18 pm

Godzilla sequel leads North American box office

Godzilla Minus Zero opened at the top of the North American box office on Friday, grossing $14.5 million from 3,254 theatres, well ahead of The Cat in the Hat, which earned $6 million from 4,003 locations.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:36 pm

Elvis, Eminem rights holders sue AI music generator Suno

Elvis Presley

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:26 pm

HC directs BIWTA to clear plastic waste from Buriganga banks

Seeks comprehensive report on pollution by December 14

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:25 pm

BNPB's Super Puma crashes in Barito River

Antara News 8 Nov 2026 2:21 pm