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Jamaat could have resolved questions over its 1971 role with Razzaq

Law minister says the former Jamaat assistant secretary general

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 1:16 pm

At least one dead, four injured in school shooting in southern Philippines

The incident follows two shootings since June at schools in the south of the country. School shootings were previously rare in the Philippines

The Hindu 18 Sep 2026 1:16 pm

Teenager arrested over killing of 6-year-old boy in Mymensingh

Police say the suspect allegedly attacked the child and concealed his body inside a bathroom

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 12:53 pm

Man killed, another injured as motorcycle hits divider on Dhaka's Hanif Flyover

Chan Mia Kabir died at DMCH hours after the crash in Jatrabari

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 12:35 pm

China vessel rams and damages Philippine fishing boat, Coast Guard says

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources vessel BRP Datu Magat Salamat was on a mission to distribute fuel assistance to Filipino fishermen when a China Coast Guard vessel carried out a series of dangerous manoeuvres

The Hindu 18 Sep 2026 12:08 pm

Early voting begins in U.S. midterm elections that could flip control of Congress

Election administrators say they're prepared and confident the vote will be accurate and secure

The Hindu 18 Sep 2026 11:18 am

2 killed, 10 injured as bus hits 3 vehicles in Mymensingh

Police say the Dhaka-to-Mymensingh bus struck two human haulers and a CNG-run auto-rickshaw while overtaking another bus in Trishal

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 11:09 am

Asian Games: Bangladesh begin hockey campaign with defeat

Bangladesh will play their second match against Japan on September 22.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 10:29 am

How long can Butler blame the gap?

Bangladesh's back-to-back SAFF titles and Asian Cup qualifications have taken them into bigger competitions, but repeatedly explaining the gap does little to narrow it. The infrastructure may not be in Butler's hands, but selection, preparation, tactical adjustments and game management are.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 9:14 am

17-Year-Old Samba makes dream Manchester City debut

Samba was one of 10 changes Enzo Maresca made to the side that won a dramatic derby against Manchester United with 10 men on Sunday and the 17-year-old made his case for more minutes going forward.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 8:29 am

England seal series with 14th successive T20I win over Sri Lanka

Tonight was a special performance, very clinical, said Brook, who took a mere eight balls for his 23, at the presentation ceremony.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 8:15 am

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Antara News 18 Sep 2026 7:42 am

Ready or not, the BFL begins today

The league will now be played at seven venues, raising questions over whether the BFF can maintain standards after struggling to do so at five venues last season.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 7:30 am

TOURISE Unveils 2027 Summit Under the Theme

Antara News 18 Sep 2026 7:21 am

Poland warns Russia planning drone or rocket strikes on NATO territory, says attacks will be called accidental

Polish PM also announced he would travel to Ukraine overnight to September 18, in what can be seen as an act of defiance against Russia after European leaders narrowly escaped a drone strike on a train near the Polish-Ukrainian border early in the week

The Hindu 18 Sep 2026 5:06 am

Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India sweep series 3-0

Abhishek stood out with his third T20 century as he surpassed Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza's ton off 33 balls against Gambia in 2024 and Finn Allen's effort from the same number of deliveries in New Zealand's T20 World Cup semi-final win over South Africa earlier this year in India.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 1:03 am

Zimbabwean Tavengwa Mukuhlani named new ICC Deputy Chair

Mukuhlani serves on the ICC Finance and Commercial Affairs (F

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 12:56 am

Two U.S.-bound vessels apparently compromised by hackers: officials

The Coast Guard, which referred only to the August 21 boarding, said that foreign cyber actors were involved but did not identify them; Maritime security group Dryad Global confirmed that one of the ships was the Liberian-flagged VL Prosperity

The Hindu 18 Sep 2026 12:55 am

Cabinet Division warns govt employees against lobbying over service matters

Employees seeking intervention through others may face departmental action under government conduct and discipline rules

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 12:53 am

English FA calls for Infantino to release World Cup sell-off documents

FA chair Debbie Hewitt, who is also a FIFA vice-president and a member of the FIFA Council, has written to Infantino asking for full disclosure of all information relating to the scheme before the FIFA Council next meets on October 15.

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 12:50 am

Developing countries should help shape global security architecture: Defence adviser

Shamsul Islam stresses dialogue, resilience and South-South cooperation at Beijing Xiangshan Forum

The Daily Star 18 Sep 2026 12:47 am

PM Tarique greets Modi on his birthday

PMO Bangladesh posts birthday message for Indian prime minister on Facebook

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 10:50 pm

Yemens Houthis say Saudi strikes killed one, targeted telecom towers

The Houthis have been reporting dozens of daily Saudi strikes since they seized control of strategic coastal areas overlooking the Bab al-Mandeb strait from Saudi-backed government forces

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:12 pm

EC plans Tk 10.08cr spending on banners, leaflets for local polls

Procurement plan includes 51,200 eco-friendly banners, 51,200 dropdown banners and 130,000 leaflets

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 10:09 pm

SRB, disappearance act, cyber amendments draw criticism at NCP discussion

Speakers allege govt is reviving old repressive structures through legal measures

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 9:11 pm

Pakistan announces austerity measures amid rising fuel prices

Fuel allocations for government vehicles will be cut by 50%, although vehicles used by the armed forces, law enforcement agencies and essential services will be exempted; Markets will be required to close by 9 p.m., while marriage halls can operate until 10 p.m. and restaurants until 11 p.m.; drug stores and medical laboratories will be exempted from the restrictions

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:11 pm

China, U.S. top diplomats discuss high-level interactions in call, Beijing says

Head-of-state diplomacy serves as the anchor of China-U.S. ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, adding that the two sides should strengthen communication, advance cooperation, manage differences and respect each others core interests

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:04 pm

Parliamentary body seeks update on govt efforts to bring Hasina back from India

Committee also reviews Rohingya crisis, safe migration and human trafficking

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 9:01 pm

He is a god-gifted talent: Rashid hails Sooryavanshi

Rashid has faced Sooryavanshi in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where the teenager has emerged as one of the format's most talked-about young hitters.

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 8:54 pm

Govt committed to preventing human trafficking: Law minister

Asaduzzaman says structural, procedural limitations responsible for trial delays

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 8:33 pm

No demolition as Abahani field facilities set for upgrade

The Housing and Public Works Ministry cancelled Abahani Limited

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 8:21 pm

Medisca Launches Global Peptide Division

Antara News 17 Sep 2026 7:06 pm

Tata Sons extends Chandrasekaran's term as chairman but a battle looms

Tata Trusts, the majority shareholder of Tata Sons, has called the reappointment illegal, indicating uncertainty ahead.

BBC 17 Sep 2026 5:36 pm

BARVIDA stages nationwide protest against ban on used EV imports

Around 1,300 member businesses of the association in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj, Sylhet, Chattogram, Cumilla, Khulna, Mymensingh, Rajshahi, Rangpur and Dinajpur remained closed as part of the protest

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 5:14 pm

EC aims to complete local government polls before June 6

Commission reassesses tentative November-December windows

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 5:01 pm

Tk 490cr Rajshahi overpasses miss deadlines, worsen traffic woes

Four projects launched to ease congestion remain unfinished, leaving commuters with road closures, potholes and diversions as deadlines are pushed back

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 4:36 pm

ACC seeks bank, overseas asset details of Asif Mahmud and wife

The anti-graft body has asked the BFIU for records of accounts, investments and financial transactions as part of ongoing inquiries into alleged corruption and money laundering

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 4:30 pm

Govt to strengthen consumer rights body: commerce minister

Outlining future operational plans, he said existing services will gradually be brought onto digital platforms, alongside increased training and use of modern technology

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 4:12 pm

12 sewage entry points identified at Gulshan Lake, PM orders action

Tarique Rahman directs authorities to block sewage flows, expand mechanical cleaning and enforce treatment plants at applicable buildings

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 4:00 pm

EC orders check of polling-centre CCTV cameras ahead of local elections

Election officials must report camera status by September 24 and take steps to restore units that are no longer functioning

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 3:48 pm

Menzies plans $12m Bangladesh investment, 1,000 direct jobs if it wins Dhaka airport licence

Bangladesh could eventually become a source of aviation workers for its overseas operations, British aviation services company says

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 3:44 pm

After 12 years of riding in Dhaka, here

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The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 3:26 pm

Bangladesh suffer another heavy defeat, lose 6-0 to South Korea

Bangladesh suffered another heavy defeat at the Asian Games, losing 6-0 to South Korea in their second Group F match at Nagai Stadium in Osaka, Japan, on Thursday.

The Daily Star 17 Sep 2026 3:23 pm