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Jnr Tigers begin Asia Cup campaign on Thursday

Bangladesh, champions of the 2023 and 2024 editions, will face Sri Lanka on November 7 before completing their group-stage campaign against Malaysia on November 9.

The Daily Star 5 Nov 2026 1:05 am

Six sides, one crown as SAFF Championship returns to Dhaka

The hosts are nevertheless considered as the top favourites, followed by India and Sri Lanka. Their challenge will be to convert the confidence generated by the arrival of diaspora players into consistent performances under the pressure of a home tournament.

The Daily Star 5 Nov 2026 12:54 am

Tigers caught between expectations and reality

Even within the Bangladesh camp, there was scepticism about relying heavily on spin, particularly after their struggles in Mirpur. Head coach Phil Simmons hinted at a sporting surface.

The Daily Star 5 Nov 2026 12:25 am

U.S. judge temporarily blocks deportation of detained Afghans to Afghanistan or Pakistan

The order pauses planned removals until Saturday after advocates and lawmakers warned that deported Afghans could face persecution, torture or death

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 11:03 pm

Bangladesh agrees new garment pay scale from December amid protests

Workers are demanding the monthly minimum wage be raised to 30,000 taka ($242) from 12,500 taka, saying rising food, housing and transport costs have eroded their purchasing power

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 10:06 pm

Nur questions feasibility of Tk 30,000 minimum wage for garment workers

State minister says the government has already formed a wage board and questions the justification for continuing protests while discussions are underway

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 9:11 pm

Raphinha rises in three Barcelona rankings

The Brazilian forward struck twice to end Villa's perfect start to the competition while further cementing his place among the club's greatest Brazilian players.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 9:03 pm

Bangladesh Bank sells another $100 million through auction

Interbank dollar rate surpasses Tk 124, reserves slip to $36.43 billion

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 8:46 pm

Death row convict who fled Kashimpur jail during July Uprising arrested in Narayanganj

Abu Mokarom escaped with other inmates during a prison riot on August 6, 2024

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 8:38 pm

Run while you still can: Video showing multiple pistols circulates in Chattogram

Police say the video was circulated by a man known as Bullet Hridoy, who faces multiple criminal allegations, but suspect the footage may be old

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 8:34 pm

No room to undermine 1972 Constitution: Dr Kamal Hossain

Constitution can be amended to meet people's needs, he says

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 8:15 pm

Business stories worth a read now

Busy day? Catch up on the business stories you shouldn't miss before calling it a day

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 7:39 pm

Neymar leaves proud legacy with Brazil, says former captain Cafu

I am fully convinced that 2030 will be completely different, said Cafu, who played under Ancelotti at Italian side AC Milan.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 7:30 pm

Sammy eyes 2-0 'Christmas present' in Sylhet to seal unbeaten year for West Indies

West Indies head coach Darren Sammy is firmly setting his sights on a 2-0 series sweep over Bangladesh in the Sylhet Test starting on Thursday, an achievement he believes would be the perfect Christmas present to cap off a historic year.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 7:25 pm

SAFF Championship 2026: All you need to know

Bangladesh will be looking to end their 23-year wait for the title. Once dubbed the 'South Asian World Cup', the tournament has gradually lost its appeal over the years, but its historical significance and competitive value remain important in the region.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 7:11 pm

Garment unrest part of planned political conspiracy: Salahuddin

Home minister alleges former Awami League politicians and vested groups are orchestrating violence

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 6:50 pm

6 more die with measles-like symptoms in a day

Combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths reaches 1,269 this year

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 6:45 pm

State minister calls for stronger domestic production of livestock vaccines

Bangladesh must strengthen its capacity to produce livestock vaccines through research and innovation, as 85 percent of the country's requirements are currently met through imports, State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salauddin Tuku said today

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 6:13 pm

Man reportedly electrocuted while trying to steal cables in Kamalapur

Police recover body near Kamalapur Water Tank

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 5:34 pm

Israel election commission rejects Benjamin Netanyahu charges of fraud

The Central Elections Committee said it had conducted an audit of 9,069 polling stations following complaints and was confident that the announced results accurately reflect the will of the voters

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 5:10 pm

Shafiqur urges govt to address garment wage demands, prevent further unrest

Jamaat chief calls for urgent talks with workers and factory owners, warning that further disruption could harm the export sector; demands fair probe into garment worker's death in Gazipur

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 5:03 pm

Over 100 garment factories shut amid protests and clashes in Savar, Ashulia

Police fire tear gas and sound grenades following clashes with workers

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 5:00 pm

Classy Kohli's 80th ODI fifty powers India to five-wicket win over New Zealand

The second game of the five-match series is in Wellington on Saturday.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 4:47 pm

Bangladesh commits $130m to expand eye care for 20 million people

Investment announced at first Global Summit for Eye Health

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 4:26 pm

Bangladesh considers forming up to $2 billion sovereign fund: finance minister

The minister is now in Seoul to expand bilateral trade

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 4:19 pm

Who is Abdul El-Sayed, first Muslim U.S. Senator-elect?

Abdul El-Sayed is set to become the first Muslim to enter the U.S. Senate with his victory over former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers in midterm elections

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 4:12 pm

29 Dhaka South wards at high risk of dengue, survey finds

Aedes mosquito larvae and pupae found in 403 of 2,250 households surveyed

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 4:06 pm

Indonesia to push for ASEAN

Antara News 4 Nov 2026 3:59 pm

Money changers can now open custodial forex accounts

Under the new guidelines, the accounts can be used exclusively for the safe storage, deposit and withdrawal of foreign currency notes

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 3:42 pm

HC sets November 11 for order on Asif Mahmud

The former adviser challenged the legality of the commission

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 3:26 pm

Tahsif murder case: Disha placed on fresh three-day remand

Jarika Tasnim Disha to be questioned further over her movements with Tahsif on the night of his death

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 3:23 pm

Tahsif murder case: Disha remanded again as police probe possible disputes

Investigating officer outlines seven grounds for further interrogation, including the need to establish whether Disha and Tahsif had arguments

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 3:23 pm

IOM outlines plan to strengthen Bangladesh

Proposed 2027

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 3:11 pm

HSC retake form fill-up begins tomorrow

Eligible candidates who failed up to two subjects can apply online until November 9; exams to begin December 1

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 3:02 pm

HC issues rule over illegal sand extraction from Padma River

Petitioner seeks probe into alleged legal violations, action against those responsible

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 2:59 pm

New jetty offers way out of St Martin

Stakeholders back shifting operations from Nuniachhara to Khurushkul, but BIWTA flags unfinished safety work

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 2:50 pm

Police disperse crowd at garment worker

At least four grenades fired as police clash with NCP leaders, activists during prayer for victim Toufique Hossain

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 2:44 pm

Bangladesh favourites at SAFF, Farhaan will be South Asia

He also identified India and Pakistan as contenders, pointing to India

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 2:20 pm

Indonesia Detains 3 Police Generals Suspected Of Wiretapping President

Asep Safrudin, head of the National Police's Criminal Investigation Agency, said the suspects were being investigated for illegally intercepting communications, accessing electronic systems without authorization and deleting electronic data.

NDTV 4 Nov 2026 2:05 pm

We just have to prove it: Bangladesh coach, captain embrace pressure of ending 23-year wait

Bangladesh last lifted the trophy in 2003, and the tournament's return to the country after eight years has raised expectations among supporters.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 1:48 pm

Police seek fresh remand for a friend in ex-air force officer Tahsif murder case

Investigators seek seven more days to question Jarika Tasnim Disha over her movements with Tahsif on the night of his death

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 1:45 pm

Hospital vandalised in Mohammadpur over dispute about patient's bill discount

Hospital authorities allege looting and losses of up to Tk 60 lakh; police examining CCTV footage, one detained

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 1:31 pm

DTCA chief attached to ministry over remarks comparing BNP slogan to Hadith

Additional Chief Engineer Syed Moinul Hasan appointed as new DTCA executive director

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 1:29 pm

U.S. midterm elections: Musk jokes about GOP election defeat after spending record sums on party

Democrats seized control of the U.S. Congress on November 3, capturing both the Senate and House of Representatives

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 1:09 pm

'India is bigger than US for ChatGPT': OpenAI's Sam Altman says Americans are negative about AI, Indians unusually positive

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has revealed that India has more ChatGPT users than the US, making it the company's biggest market by users. Speaking to Raj Shamani, he praised India's growing AI adoption and said Americans were unusually negative about AI compared with the rest of the world.

The Economic Times 4 Nov 2026 12:49 pm

India Women's Hockey Team To Open Asian Champions Trophy Campaign

The Indian women's hockey team will commence its campaign in the six-nation Asian Champions Trophy on November 19 in Bhopal, aiming for a third consecutive title. Following their recent Asian Games gold, India will face Malaysia in their opening match, with the tournament concluding on November 28.

Rediff 4 Nov 2026 12:32 pm

Delhi air quality worsens ahead of Diwali as firework restrictions enter force

On Wednesday morning, Delhi's air quality index reading stood at 377, in the very poor category.

BBC 4 Nov 2026 12:20 pm

US midterm election results 2026: List ofIndian-origin winners

Indian-Americans Suhas Subramanyam and Pia Dandiya won their seats in the US House of Representatives, while Vivek Ramaswamy was defeated in the race to become Ohios next governor

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 12:13 pm

Indonesia president sacks his chief of staff for alleged

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto sacked his chief of staff on Wednesday for what his office said could be treason, a day after his arrest with two top police

devdiscourse 4 Nov 2026 12:09 pm

Xflow launches SaaS Subscription Management tool for businesses to manage global vendors like AWS, OpenAI, Slack and more

Bengaluru: Xflow, a leading cross-border payments company, today announced the launch of SaaS Subscription Management, the latest addition to its product suite. With this solution, businesses can pay and track global SaaS subscriptions such as AWS, OpenAI, Figma, Slack. Cross-border recurring payments on domestic cards are expensive and prone to failure because of card and []

apnnews 4 Nov 2026 11:46 am

Cyclone Murasu: All 70 gates of Prakasam Barrage opened; 71,000 cusecs released into Krishna

The inflows come largely from the Keesara, Munneru and Budameru streams after heavy rain in NTR district

The Hindu 4 Nov 2026 11:37 am

BFF boss denies organisational confusion, but admits SAFF hype is missing

Unlike the previous three SAFF Championships held in Dhaka, in 2003, 2009 and 2018, when Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) went to considerable lengths to build anticipation -- putting up festive decorations, billboards and banners -- there is little sign of promotional activity this time.

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 11:20 am

Missing foreign medical student found dead in Cumilla pond

Police say cause of death will be determined after autopsy

The Daily Star 4 Nov 2026 11:17 am