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Quad delivering results for people in Indo-Pacific: Rubio

The group reviewed progress in turning shared priorities into real benefits for the Indo-Pacific region

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

UN ends its Somalia political mission after three decades

UNSOM was established by the UN Security Council in 2013 to support Somali authorities in the transition to democracy and the rule of law after more than two decades of conflict involving militias, Islamist groups and criminal gangs

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

Quad ministers express grave concerns over economic coercion

The four ministers expressed grave concerns regarding economic coercion, including through arbitrary export restrictions, said a statement from the Quad alliance in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:05 pm

Mominul out of Sylhet Test due to concussion protocol

Mominul was replaced on October 30, meaning the seven-day period will not have elapsed when the Sylhet Test begins on November 5.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 7:04 pm

New gamma irradiation centre to boost farm exports: agri minister

The government opens a new gamma irradiation centre in Gazipur

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:55 pm

28 prominent citizens condemn obstruction of Manik Posari

Demand fair investigation and legal action over alleged obstruction by local Jamaat leaders and activists in Pirojpur

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:24 pm

France heads into third weekend of protests as youth-led rallies sweep Europe

Interior Minister Laurent Nuez warned of a very high risk of disorder, especially after dark on Halloween

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 6:08 pm

BARVIDA Car Expo in Dhaka from Nov 5-7

The association seeks policy changes to revive reconditioned vehicle market

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 5:48 pm

Shanto rues umpire

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto said luck also did not favour his side during the fourth innings of the first Test against West Indies, following an eight-wicket defeat in Mirpur.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 5:38 pm

One dies of dengue, 1,633 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 419 as total cases reach 1,35,000

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 5:23 pm

Minister calls Indonesian youth to help shaping AI

Antara News 31 Oct 2026 10:56 am

10 Bangladeshi women return after serving three years in Indian jail

Ten Bangladeshi women returned home through the Benapole international checkpost last night after serving three years in an Indian jail

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 9:08 am

India announce second-string squad for SAFF Championship

Defending champions India have announced a 28-member squad for the upcoming SAFF Championship in Dhaka, with their Under-23 head coach Naushad Moosa set to take charge of a largely second-string side as the senior team prepares for two friendlies against New Zealand.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:58 am

Argentina would have won 2026 World Cup final if it went to penalties: Martinez

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez believes the Albiceleste would have beaten Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final had the contest gone to a penalty shootout, insisting he was confident of coming out on top from the spot.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:45 am

HSC results today: How to check online, via SMS

More than 12.7 lakh candidates registered for this year

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:33 am

Pakistan hope to have saved their best for tri-series final

Pakistan are aiming to win a tri-series on home soil for the first time but face a stiff challenge from party poopers Sri Lanka in the final in Lahore on Saturday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:15 am

Fears of violence as France braces for Halloween protests

More than 40 metro stations will be closed in the capital and tram services will also be disrupted

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:12 am

Trump backtracks on rallies in turbulent end to midterms campaign

Trump reversed course and reinstated two rallies in Kansas and Iowa a day after canceling them, a move which had raised questions about his health and about the state of the race

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:08 am

Flavio Bolsonaro says he left Brazil because he is the victim of 'persecution'

The persecution began even sooner than I imagined, Mr. Bolsonaro said during an Instagram livestream in which he discussed his decision to flee after his Brazilian passports were cancelled as part of a money laundering investigation

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 8:04 am

The Indian chef who brought curry to America - then vanished

Indian chef Ranji Smile opened Americas first Indian restaurant in 1901 - then became a fake prince.

BBC 31 Oct 2026 7:32 am

U.S. scraps G20 photo after Europeans object to being pictured with Russia's Lavrov

The cancellation has added to concerns about the poor prospects for the G20 diplomats to reach consensus on many of the most contentious issues they face

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 7:09 am

What are U.S. midterm elections?

The U.S. midterm elections on November 3 determine control of Congress, with all 435 House seats, about one-third of the 100 Senate seats, and numerous state governorships up for grabs, in a nationwide vote that weakens or strengthens the Presidents agenda depending on which party prevails.

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 7:09 am

Belief all that

Instead of stamping their authority on the game, Bangladesh's batters were left in despair at the end of Day 3 of the first Test against West Indies at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium yesterday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:30 am

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Antara News 31 Oct 2026 6:26 am

Xsolla Highlights Southeast Asia

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Antara News 31 Oct 2026 5:05 am

'Kane deserved Ballon d'Or, but Yamal is at that level'

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has eacted very well following the disappointment of the Ballon d'Or being awarded to Harry Kane, his coach Hansi Flick said on Friday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 12:44 am

Rickelton, Mulder hit tons as South Africa set Australia 288-run target in series decider

Former schoolmates Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder hit centuries and swung the series-deciding third Test in South Africa's favour at Newlands on Friday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 12:06 am

China ruling party says 'eliminated dangers' after 33 expelled

In more than a decade in charge, Xi has cracked down hard on graft, ensnaring thousands of officials and purging dozens of members of the powerful Central Committee and a string of top military brass

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 10:05 pm

Over 1.2 lakh register for Bhutan

Four-day gathering begins Nov 1 at Gelephu Mindfulness City; governor outlines judicial and investment progress

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 9:58 pm

Suspended Jubo Dal leader accused of attempting to rape woman after promising to free husband

Woman files case after recording alleged assault on her phone

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 9:54 pm

JCD leader Shakil

Local party leaders accuse Abdul Aziz

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 9:48 pm

Two suicidal dismissals, two different versions of Tawhid Hridoy

It would be premature to draw sweeping conclusions about his Test career from a single match. Young players deserve time to learn, and mistakes are an inevitable part of that process. But the manner in which Hridoy has surrendered his wicket twice makes the need for reflection unmistakable.

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 9:35 pm

Sajek road blockade to be relaxed for one day on November 1

Two protesting organisations announce one-day relaxation but say indefinite blockade will continue afterwards

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 8:35 pm

Irfana breaks 12-year-old national record

Irfana also helped Bangladesh Navy

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 8:31 pm

Christa Pike says she feels constant pain in her first statement since failed Tennessee execution

Pike survived two doses of pentobarbital as the State tried to execute her on September 30 for the 1995 stabbing death of classmate Colleen Slemmer

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 8:03 pm

Bangladeshi arrested in Switzerland after asylum centre roommate

Swiss prosecutors say circumstances and motive remain under investigation

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:54 pm

Fishing trip ends in tragedy as lightning kills six in Pabna

Three children among the dead

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:47 pm

Diego Maradona at 66: El Pibe de Oro never fades

Diego Maradona is no longer here to celebrate another birthday. But the murals, school projects, charitable initiatives and countless memories show that his presence has never really disappeared.

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:23 pm

Cumilla police detain 351 in overnight anti-crime drive

Coordinated operation across 18 police stations targets teen gangs, drug dealing and mugging; 132 face legal action

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:20 pm

Mission 200: Nayeem hopes to turn the tide

Day three is traditionally the moving day of a Test match, and things certainly moved swiftly in the first Test between Bangladesh and West Indies in Mirpur on Friday. Unfortunately for the hosts, the movement was entirely in the wrong direction.

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:16 pm

Coast Guard intercepts 40 tonnes of cement allegedly destined for Myanmar

Eight detained and cargo boat seized during special operation in Chattogram

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:15 pm

Father, 5-year-old son killed in Netrokona motorcycle collision

Wife, eight-year-old daughter among three critically injured in head-on crash in Kendua

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 7:08 pm

Bangladesh, Japan explore alternative financing to deepen economic ties

Both sides agree to take steps to explore opportunities to work together in new sectors, says Bangladesh's finance ministry

The Daily Star 30 Oct 2026 6:39 pm

Israeli forces committed war crimes, genocide even after Gaza ceasefire: UN Commission

In Gaza, Israeli forces have continued expanding their territorial control, resulting in the killing and injuring of Palestinian civilians, including children, who approach or cross the Yellow Line, which separates Israel- military controlled Gaza from the Palestine-ruled parts of the enclave, Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar said.

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 6:08 pm

Rakhine Civil Society Urges UN No-Fly Zone as Civilian Deaths Soar

Humanitarian and civil network in western Myanmar demands international intervention after regime airstrikes claim 62 lives in September alone.

The Irrawaddy 30 Oct 2026 5:51 pm