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Rangpur family killings: Mugdho and Siddhartha to be interrogated at jail gate

Case complainant says extremely dissatisfied with investigation

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:11 pm

Large defaulters to get up to 15 years to repay loans

The previous repayment tenure was 10 years.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:06 pm

Miscreants posing as DB officers rob Tk 12 lakh from bank agent in Noakhali

Gang allegedly intercepted manager, took him towards Feni and later dumped him in Senbagh

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:05 pm

Messi announces international retirement

Argentina legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football through a social media post on Monday.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 8:46 pm

Miraz joins Guyana Amazon Warriors in CPL

Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz is set to represent Guyana Amazon Warriors in the ongoing Caribbean Premier League (CPL), the cricketer confirmed in a post on his official Facebook page on Monday.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 8:37 pm

Xi, Putin discuss visa-free travel, global and regional issues at Bishkek

The two leaders met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit 2026 being held in Bishkek

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 8:17 pm

FIFA president Infantino 'must go', says Platini

Since the World Cup, UEFA threatened to boycott FIFA tournaments until Infantino scrapped the FIFA Forward Enterprises plan to bring in private investment.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 7:35 pm

StanChart Bangladesh fills CEO post after three months

Enamul Huque is the new CEO

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 7:34 pm

Three arrested after Tk 39 lakh mugging in Dhanmondi: Police

Firearm recovered; joint police-DB drives underway to recover cash and arrest accomplices, police say

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 7:22 pm

Mixed reactions to Bangladesh joining Mecca Pact

Experts divided over whether Mecca Pact could become a

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 7:18 pm

Liverpool sign Barcola from PSG for

France winger Bradley Barcola became Liverpool's second-most expensive signing on Monday after joining the Premier League giants from Paris Saint-Germain.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 7:17 pm

BSEC to make listing mandatory for 'public interest companies'

The commission now plans to define what qualifies as a

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 7:16 pm

SSC exams to be held from March 14 next year, no further delay: Milon

Govt wants to strengthen industry-academia ties following Chinese model, Milon says

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 6:59 pm

Govt approves National Pay Scale 2026

The new pay scale will take effect from July 1, 2026; raises minimum basic salary to Tk 20,000

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 6:57 pm

Daily Quiz as Malaysia celebrates Independence Day

A quiz on Malaysia, which is celebrating its Independence Day on August 31

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 6:40 pm

Watch: Inside Lhasa: Tibets ancient city meets modern infrastructure

We also look at Lhasas modern roads and tunnels, visit the Tibet Museum and explore the bustling lanes of Barkhor Street, where centuries-old traditions continue to shape everyday life.

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 6:26 pm

'Intentions are very positive': Tamim on Bangladesh-India series

Bangladesh and India are sincere in their search for a new date for a white-ball series that was first supposed to take place last year, Bangladesh cricket chief Tamim Iqbal said.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Iran dismisses Trump's post of attack on key energy hub of Kharg

Mr. Trumps tweets are laughable, and conditions in Kharg are calm and appropriate, says Hamid Bovard, chief executive of government-run National Iranian Oil Co

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 6:07 pm

Sammilito Islami Bank

However, no profit will be given to those who withdraw their principal amount

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 5:53 pm

4 die of dengue, 1,163 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll reaches 97, cases 35,846

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 5:33 pm

5 ways I actually use ChatGPT Work in my small business to save time and money

From scanning Gmail to catching ugly loan terms, ChatGPT Work has become my practical small-business assistant. Here's how agentic AI delivers real productivity gains for me.

ZDNet 31 Aug 2026 5:18 pm

Tangail to host first-ever sweet festival from September 4 to 6

Three-day festival to showcase traditional sweets, Tangail sarees and local products

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 5:14 pm

Hamza leaves Leicester after 21 years to seal Sheffield United return

The 28-year-old joins the Blades for an undisclosed fee, returning to Bramall Lane after becoming a fan favourite during a successful loan spell in 2025.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 4:44 pm

No trace of drugs in dope tests of Rangpur family killing suspects

Police yet to determine which direction the investigation will take

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 4:09 pm

Three sentenced to death for gang rape in Jamalpur

Court also fines each convict Tk 1 lakh

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 4:03 pm

This is forgery: State minister flags advance attendance at Nganj land offices

Several officials absent after 9:00am during surprise inspection

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 4:00 pm

The big moves to watch out for before transfer window closes

Among the deals still hanging in the balance are some of the biggest names in European football, with Julian Alvarez, Enzo Fernandez and Cody Gakpo all potentially on the move.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 3:44 pm

3 held as 33 AL, affiliates activists accused in Netrokona tree uprooting case

Police say accused also planned attack on power substation

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 3:15 pm

12.87 crore voters can vote in local polls: EC

EC publishes final voter roll ahead of local government polls

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 3:10 pm

Toddler rescued after father allegedly sells him for Tk 1 lakh

Police recovered a document linked to the alleged sale and handed the child to his paternal grandparents

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 2:45 pm

Hit by deadly floods, Nepal renews push for Chinese data and early warnings

China's foreign ministry said the two sides have maintained sound cooperation in the fields of meteorology, water resources and disaster prevention and mitigation.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 2:26 pm

Lianlian DigiTech Reports Strong H1 2026 Results

Antara News 31 Aug 2026 2:17 pm

Iran, US trade fire in first exchange for a month

Iran attacked US military targets in the Middle East on Monday in retaliation for American strikes on an island in the Strait of Hormuz, the first exchange of fire for a month in a war that has engulfed the region

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 2:13 pm

Sony Music and Warner Chappell sue Anthropic over alleged copyright infringement

Sony Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, and other publishers have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic, accusing the artificial intelligence company of unlawfully obtaining and using copyrighted material to develop its Claude models.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 1:38 pm

UNDP lauds EC, offers support for upcoming local polls

UNDP resident representative hails national election as a

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 1:17 pm

Listed criminal 'Pichchi Zahed' hacked to death in Ctg's Satkania

Police suspect previous rivalry behind killing

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 1:17 pm

266m, eight deals and counting: Inside Chelsea and Aston Villa's transfer relationship

In total, Chelsea have paid Villa

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 1:04 pm

HC confirms death sentence of lone accused for rape, murder of 8-year-old Asiya

Bench says Hitu Sheikh committed a

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 12:26 pm

Three cops among five injured in scuffle during arrest attempt in Chattogram

Case was filed for obstructing police from discharging official duties

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 12:03 pm

Sundarbans opens to fishermen, tourists tomorrow amid hopes, safety concerns

Tourism resumes alongside fishing as Forest Department stresses conservation

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 11:35 am

Awful feeling: Djokovic rues physical collapse in US Open exit

Djokovic was visibly struggling throughout the contest, vomiting during the match before being hampered by cramping and back and shoulder problems as the physical demands of the encounter eventually overwhelmed him.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 11:23 am

Nepal flood death toll rises to 903, missing 4,247: Disaster authority

Chinese state media earlier confirmed 16 dead and 546 people missing in Tibet following Wednesday's disaster, taking the overall toll to 919 dead, and 4,793 missing

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 10:44 am

Germany edge Spain to retain Hockey World Cup

Struthoff ran across the Spanish goalkeeper before turning the ball into the net one minute before the end of the third quarter to see the Germans to a record-equalling fourth World Cup, matching the tally of Pakistan.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 10:15 am

West Asia LIVE: Irans army says it attacked UAEs Al Minhad Air Base with drones, state TV reports

Tehran said the attack was in response to the killing of Irans Revolutionary Guards and Iranian civilians on Larak Island.

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 10:10 am

Friendship's Runa Khan gets Ramon Magsaysay Award

The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation announced the names of the 2026 award recipients in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, today, Monday.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 10:05 am

113 sued over alleged Awami League rally in Jashore

Former state minister, five ex-MPs among accused over alleged anti-government procession on August 28

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:57 am

13 glacial lakes in India

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami orders scientific surveys, sensors and stronger early-warning systems

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:50 am

Djokovic falls in US Open first round, earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years

It also ended his run of 78 Grand Slam first-round victories, a streak stretching all the way back to Djokovic's 2006 loss to Paul Goldstein at the 2006 Australian Open.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:49 am

Calhanoglu fires Inter to nervy Cagliari win, Como stun Napoli

Hakan Calhanoglu's early strike earned Inter Milan a 1-0 win at Cagliari on Sunday as they continued a perfect start to their Serie A title defence, while Como edged Napoli 2-1 to spoil Massimiliano Allegri's home debut.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:22 am

Trial for accused mastermind of 9/11 attacks set for June 2028

Last year, a US appeals court refused to allow Mohammed and two of his co-defendants to plead guilty under agreements that would have spared them the death penalty.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 9:21 am

What we know about deadly Nepal-Tibet floods

Hundreds have died and thousands are missing after Wednesday's flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

BBC 31 Aug 2026 8:33 am

Google Maps now shows 'Lake America' in U.S., not 'Lake Ontario'

Canadians will see 'Lake Ontario' and those outside U.S. and Canada will see both names, Google says, days after Donald Trump signed an order renaming the water body

The Hindu 31 Aug 2026 7:02 am

What will Sonia Gandhi's memoir reveal about India's most powerful dynasty?

Sonia Gandhis memoir may finally answer questions about power, loss and the Gandhi familys political legacy.

BBC 31 Aug 2026 5:46 am

Root urges England to be 'grown-ups' after Pakistan series win

England captain Joe Root urged his side to celebrate in a grown-up way after a 194-run success in the second Test at Lord's on Sunday sealed a series win over Pakistan.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 3:35 am

U-20s target Uzbek upset

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 1:26 am

Cricketers satisfied with BCB

The much-awaited meeting between the Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) took place at the board premises yesterday, with cricketer Nasir Hossain saying afterwards that the players had been informed the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) would not take place this season.

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 1:20 am

Khalilur leaves Dhaka to assume UNGA presidency

Khalilur is scheduled to remain on the visit from August 31 to October 21

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 12:54 am

9 senior police officials transferred

Includes additional deputy inspector generals (DIGs) and superintendents of police (SPs)

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 12:46 am

3 sustain bullet wounds in Dhaka

Taken to DMCH for treatment

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 12:24 am

Tigresses begin Asia Cup quest

Bangladesh women

The Daily Star 31 Aug 2026 12:00 am

Red-hot Chelsea not the finished article says Alonso

Xabi Alonso said Chelsea are still a work in progress after a thrilling 4-3 win against Brighton on Sunday extended his perfect start as Blues boss.

The Daily Star 30 Aug 2026 11:52 pm