facebook

Asia

...

29 expat voters from 12 countries register for Thakurgaon-1 by-poll

EC has sent postal ballots to overseas voters; election scheduled for October 29

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 4:57 pm

Indonesia targets 66 hospital upgrades by 2027

Antara News 30 Sep 2026 4:51 pm

Bangla QR payments to become cheaper, instant for merchants from tomorrow: BB

Bangladesh Bank today announced a series of measures to expand Bangla QR, the country's interoperable QR payment standard, including lower merchant costs, instant settlement and incentives for financial institutions.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 4:48 pm

ICC World Cup 2027: What is ticket ballot and how does it work?

The ticket ballot will open alongside the official match schedule announcement on October 1 for the Men's Cricket World Cup 2027, at the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) in Cape Town.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 4:44 pm

Dozens injured in French student protests over school resources

The demonstrations and blockades, which began last week and coincided on September 29, with a broader public-sector strike, have become a political flashpoint at a sensitive moment for France

The Hindu 30 Sep 2026 4:17 pm

BB sees weaker growth, elevated inflation ahead

The BB said high-frequency indicators suggest subdued economic activity in the first quarter of FY27

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 4:17 pm

Russia issues nuclear warning to NATO as tensions rise in the Baltic

Russia will be ready to use the entire arsenal of forces and capabilities at its disposal, including nuclear weapons, to defend its territory should NATO countries undertake any attempt aimed at isolating the Kaliningrad Region from the rest of the country, says document sent to NATO

The Hindu 30 Sep 2026 4:16 pm

Bangladesh media reform remains stalled despite calls for independent commission, roundtable told

Speakers cite structural weaknesses, declining public trust and difficulties retaining young journalists

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 4:14 pm

Nepal PM Shah to make meaningful visit to India, date yet to be finalised: Foreign Minister Khanal

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal says Nepal received Indias invitation for Prime Minister Balendra Shahs visit soon after the governments formation, with preparations under way

The Hindu 30 Sep 2026 4:13 pm

Edible oil prices will not be hiked without proper scrutiny: minister

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has said edible oil prices will not be raised before the matter is properly examined.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:57 pm

President seeks more Chinese investment, cooperation on dignified Rohingya return

Calls for cooperation in RMG, EVs, semiconductors and solar energy

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:55 pm

Retired Major Gen Golam Mohiuddin arrested over attack on New Gini Properties

Golam Mohiuddin is accused No 4 in the case filed over the attack

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:35 pm

KIA Recaptures Regime Stronghold Controlling Northern Supply Route

Seizure of hilltop base overlooking Mongmit deals blow to regimes Kachin offensive.

The Irrawaddy 30 Sep 2026 3:34 pm

Pertagas

Antara News 30 Sep 2026 3:26 pm

Islamic credit cards: what you need to know

Any scheduled bank offering Islamic banking services may issue taka cards

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:23 pm

Evening shift at public hospitals under consideration: Health minister

Sakhawat says proposal aims to make better use of hospital facilities and provide more services

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:04 pm

Shafiqur questions eviction drive in his constituency without prior consultation

Says consultation could have led to a better, more effective solution

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:03 pm

Railway says ex-lessee has no permission to collect Chattogram parking fees

The Daily Star found SA Corporation workers collecting fees at two station parking lots more than four months after the High Court discharged a rule concerning the lease

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 2:32 pm

24-hour police monitoring planned for Durga Puja: Home minister

Digital platform to ensure rapid reporting of any untoward incident, Salahuddin says

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 2:30 pm

Who are the Emirati power brokers behind crisis-hit Manchester City?

Premier League confirmed reports that the club had been found guilty of the charges related to financial breaches, saying the club had created sham contracts and disguised secret funding, breaking rules for nearly a decade.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 2:27 pm

'He will never walk free': Indian judge's letter promises child sex abuse survivor

In the emotional letter, the judge describes the survivor as he bravest little girl this court has ever seen.

BBC 30 Sep 2026 2:15 pm

Killing Civilians Will Never Crush the Rakhine Spirit: AA Responds to Kyauktaw Massacre

The regimes bombing of a market in Kyauktaw, which killed 50 civilians, was a deliberate response to battlefield setbacks in Rakhine, an AA spokesman told The Irrawaddy.

The Irrawaddy 30 Sep 2026 2:08 pm

Investigation officer begins testimony in Ziaul Ahsan crimes against humanity case

The 15th prosecution witness describes his investigation, including statements recorded, places visited and evidence collected

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:59 pm

IO begins testimony in Ziaul Ahsan crimes against humanity case

The 15th prosecution witness describes his investigation, including statements recorded, places visited and evidence collected

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:59 pm

As bridge construction drags on, suffering mounts on Pirojpur-Barguna road

Work on 16 bridges and 29 culverts along the 38 km road remains incomplete, with the deadline extended to June 2028

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:28 pm

Injured Raphinha will miss India friendly

The October 3 fixture will be the first senior international meeting between Brazil and India.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:14 pm

16-year-old hacked to death in Chattogram

Police say five detained in connection with the killing

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:14 pm

BFIU seeks Salman Muqtadir's bank account details

It was not immediately clear why the BFIU sought the information

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 12:56 pm

Police vehicle vandalised, DNCC garbage trucks torched during eviction drive in Mirpur-10

Drive launched to clear footpaths of illegal structures, hawker stalls

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 12:22 pm

Three women stopped at Dhaka airport: When a social prejudice becomes an immigration decision

The reported barring of three women from a Nepal trip shows how deeply ideas about women, family approval and independence remain embedded in Bangladesh

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 12:12 pm

Habiganj transport owners call strike from tomorrow as row with Moulvibazar owners deepens

Detained buses and failed talks fuel year-long dispute that repeatedly leaves commuters stranded

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 11:47 am

379 detained in fourth phase of Cumilla drive against teen gangs

Police say detainees are being screened for criminal involvement

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 11:46 am

Narrow, winding Barishal-Kuakata highway takes a heavy toll

Sharp bends, roadside markets and illegal vehicles add to risks; widening proposal awaits approval

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 11:42 am

Electric tower at risk of falling into river in Barishal

Erosion threatens 33kV tower supplying electricity to five unions

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 11:25 am

30-minute player Jamal gives a 90-minute reminder

For a team still trying to establish its identity under a new coach, the question may no longer be whether Jamal can contribute, but how best to use what he still has to offer.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 11:12 am

Malaysia's ex-PM Mahathir in hospital for observation

Malaysia's 101-year-old former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad has been hospitalised for observation, his aide told AFP, following the death on Monday of his wife of seven decades

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 11:03 am

Perilous passage in pictures: The daily boat ride over the Someshwari

Thousands of people are forced to make this crossing all year round

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 10:53 am

Two BCL men arrested over locking govt offices in Ctg

One of the arrestees was seen in video footage locking several government offices and pasting AL posters

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 10:48 am

'Lamine is the best': Nico Williams makes Ballon d'Or claim for Yamal

Nico Williams championed Yamal's undisputed credentials for the Ballon d'Or after the teenage forward bagged a brace and set up another in Spain's 4-1 dismantling of Croatia on Tuesday.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 10:27 am

Argentina begin new chapter against Bolivia ahead of Messi

Argentina begin an emotional international break on Thursday [6am, Bangladesh Time] when they face CONMEBOL rivals Bolivia at the Cordoba

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 10:26 am

9th China

Antara News 30 Sep 2026 10:13 am

UnionPay Showcases at the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo

Antara News 30 Sep 2026 9:50 am

Is Dooley fighting the wrong battles?

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 9:25 am

World Off-Track on Nearly Every Food System Goal

Antara News 30 Sep 2026 9:21 am

One third of world population exposed to harmful air pollution

In a new analysis covering the first eight months of 2026, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) highlighted the close relationship between climate change and air pollution

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 8:56 am

Trump touts AI boss pledge to self-regulate

US President Donald Trump yesterday said the tech executives gathered at the White House to discuss regulating AI had signed a morally binding commitment to build adequate safeguards on the fast-moving technology.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 7:59 am

US-led troops exit Iraq: what's next for pro-Iran groups?

With the US-led anti-jihadist coalition leaving Iraq, Baghdad faces mounting pressure to rein in Tehran-backed armed groups, a difficult task in a country long caught between its allies, the US and Iran.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 7:51 am

Premier Leagues conspiracy theory: City CEO hits back

Manchester City chief executive officer Ferran Soriano said on Tuesday his club will be vindicated after blasting the guilty verdict for breaching financial rules as a Premier League conspiracy theory.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 3:45 am

Yamal inspires Spain to Croatia romp on World Cup homecoming

Lamine Yamal scored two goals and set up another as Spain hammered Croatia 4-1 on Tuesday in the Nations League in their first home game since lifting the World Cup.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 2:28 am

Sanctions, titles stripped or stars leaving: What next for City?

Manchester City have been plunged into crisis after a damming verdict found the Premier League leaders guilty of widespread financial fraud across a nine-year period between 2009 and 2018.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 2:21 am

'If City's appeal fails, they cannot stay in the league and have to suffer': Club's former chairman

Manchester City must be expelled from the Premier League after being found guilty of breaching financial rules, according to the club's former chairman David Bernstein.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:47 am

FIFA boss Infantino blasted as would-be 'emperor' by UEFA's Ceferin

UEFA chief Aleksander Ceferin on Tuesday attacked FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying football has no need for emperors, while powerful Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser al-Khelaifi insisted he has no interest in becoming the next head of global football.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:38 am

Premier League confirms Man City guilty of serious financial breaches; City set to appeal

Manchester City have been found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules over a nine-season period between 2009 and 2018, it was confirmed on Tuesday.

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 1:24 am

38 eminent citizens warn of rising attacks, land grabbing

Joint statement urges impartial probe, accountability beyond home ministry

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 12:06 am

Salahuddin, Ashraful reunite at Fortune in D3

Former Bangladesh national team senior assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin was picked as Fortune

The Daily Star 30 Sep 2026 12:00 am

The United Nations long road to restoring trust

The UN, one of humanitys greatest achievements, needs to confront its deepening crisis of trust

The Hindu 29 Sep 2026 11:05 pm

BNP campaigned for

Ruling party is pursuing constitutional amendments on its own terms, he says

The Daily Star 29 Sep 2026 10:40 pm

BNP expels Mofizur Rahman Mamun amid Mirpur extortion allegations

The ward 91 president in Pallabi loses all party posts and membership following allegations linking him to a network involved in land grabbing and other criminal activities

The Daily Star 29 Sep 2026 10:03 pm

New DCs appointed to Tangail, Nilphamari, Patuakhali, Pirojpur

3 incumbent DCs transferred to different ministries as joint secretaries

The Daily Star 29 Sep 2026 9:45 pm

Key trafficking suspect arrested in Dhaka, over 2,000 may be victims: SRB

Mohammad Arzu Rahman allegedly operated the racket for 12 years, collecting Tk 20-25 lakh per person with promises of jobs in Europe

The Daily Star 29 Sep 2026 9:45 pm

Woman allegedly raped in Mymensingh; police hunt for accused

Police say the 35-year-old man escaped after neighbours heard the woman

The Daily Star 29 Sep 2026 9:44 pm

Spotify faces outages as thousands report problems

Spotify is reportedly experiencing technical difficulties, with more than 17,000 users in the US reporting issues as of 8:12 pm Bangladesh time, according to outage tracking website downdetector.

The Daily Star 29 Sep 2026 9:43 pm