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7 tourists injured as jeep overturns in Sajek

Seven tourists were injured when a jeep carrying them overturned while returning from Sajek Valley in Rangamati this morning

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 12:47 pm

Zimbabwe turn the tables on Bangladesh in ODIs

Zimbabwe

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 12:04 pm

UK flags slow reforms, corruption in post-uprising Bangladesh

British report says political freedoms have improved, but AL figures still face criminal proceedings

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 11:50 am

Out-of-control truck kills 13 at Hindu festival in India

The heavily loaded truck reportedly lost control in the early hours of Sunday and hit devotees gathered at a temple in Gwalior, in the central state of Madhya Pradesh.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 11:42 am

12 detained, prohibitory orders imposed as 19 deaths trigger probe into safety lapses

Forensic experts and police are examining CCTV footage, entry and exit arrangements, and possible crowd-control failures. The Bengal government has announced financial assistance for victims

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 11:31 am

PM stresses discipline, professionalism, public trust in armed forces

Highlights domestic defence production, military welfare and joint operational capabilities, while recalling the Army

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 11:12 am

Police sue resort owner, manager over fire that killed 10 in Cox

Four named in case, 19 others listed as unidentified accused; resort manager detained

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 10:59 am

APUB calls for crackdown on fake certificate rackets

Association urges intelligence-led operations and legal action against those involved in forged academic documents

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 10:42 am

Oprotim murder: Charge sheet likely in 2-3 days

Three accused have given confessional statements, says Cumilla SP

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 10:03 am

Will be back in a few weeks: Martinez after surgery

Chelsea and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has undergone surgery for a fractured jaw but remains hopeful of returning to action in the coming weeks after suffering the injury against Everton in a Premier League encounter yesterday.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 9:56 am

Neymar hails

Brazilian superstar Neymar has hailed Lamine Yamal as the best player in the world, throwing his support behind the Barcelona teenager ahead of the 2026 Ballon d

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 9:42 am

Major fire breaks out in Alberta after deadly incident at military base

Canadas Defence Minister says that people have been killed and injured in an incident at a military base in Alberta that caused a major fire

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 8:11 am

Clashes and fires break out as protesters rally across France, joining students

Police fired tear gas and water cannons to push back people wearing hoods and masks and throwing fireworks, paving stones and other objects at officers in the Place de la Rpublique, northeast of the Paris city centre

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 7:05 am

Israeli settlers attack European diplomats, beat French mayor

Violence is surging ahead of bitterly fought October 27 elections, coinciding with Palestinians' annual olive harvest which has been repeatedly disrupted by Israeli settlers as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to shore up his pro-settlement right-wing base.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 6:54 am

US goes on the offensive in central Asia

With the United States mired in its war with Iran, and the conflict in Ukraine showing no signs of abating, Rubio has stepped up his foreign travel with recent trips to Europe and Latin America, smack in the middle of the US midterm election campaign.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 6:52 am

Two dead, 11 injured in Kansas after truck drives through soccer game, police say

The other fatality was a 35-year-old man, while 10 of the injured had traumatic injuries believed to be non-life-threatening, police said.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 6:50 am

Batters should have won this match for us: Taskin

Pacer Taskin Ahmed admitted that a lack of game awareness and an inability to build partnerships led to Bangladesh

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 6:30 am

Several Afghan Taliban personnel killed in alleged retaliatory action along border: Pakistan officials

The firing was reported in the Taida sector, Upper Kurram and Ghuz Garhi areas, where the Afghan Taliban allegedly opened fire to facilitate the cross-border infiltration of militants, says security official

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 1:26 am

At least 17 dead in crush at Hindu festival event in India

Many more have been injured at an event in the Indian city of Kolkata to mark a Hindu festival.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:49 am

Unstoppable Barca thrash Betis to extend perfect start

Hansi Flick's dominant Barcelona routed 10-man Real Betis 5-2 on Saturday to return five points clear at the top of La Liga.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 12:46 am

Pakistani opposition leader warns against concentration of power in military establishment

Mr. Rehman said Pakistan could function effectively only when the military, bureaucracy and elected institutions operated within their respective constitutional domains

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 12:34 am

India, West Indies draw T20 series after rain washes out decider

India and West Indies had to settle for a 2-2 draw in their five-match T20 series after the fifth and deciding game ended with no result due to rain on Saturday.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 10:53 pm

People who believe in nationalism will protect cultural heritage: Rizvi

Says Lalon Shah moved beyond conventional framework of religious practice

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 10:12 pm

Haaland stars in Man City win, Liverpool beat Brentford

Erling Haaland starred with a double as Premier League leaders Manchester City beat Ipswich 3-2, while Liverpool came from behind to seal a 2-1 win at Brentford on Saturday.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 9:56 pm

Durga Puja puppet procession brings wildlife conservation message to Thakurgaon

Illuminated animal models made by villagers highlight the role of wildlife in maintaining ecological balance

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 9:37 pm

Hackers heat French supermarket fridges, sparking fires and spoiling food

The Paris prosecutors office said that a large-scale attack was affecting connected refrigerators in several major food retailers across France, leading to food losses and fires

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 8:33 pm

Martinez conscious after head clash, taken to hospital

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso said Martinez was conscious when he left the stadium, offering an initial update on the Argentina international

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 8:26 pm

Procurement authority seeks feedback on preference for local goods

The Bangladesh Public Procurement Authority (BPPA) has sought stakeholders

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 8:25 pm

Pakistan detains hundreds from former PM Khan's party as protests falter

Detentions followed the Central government's imposition of emergency rule on October 11 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial stronghold of Khan's PTI party, after major protests demanding the former premier's release

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 7:12 pm

Iran backs political process to resolve Saudi-Houthi conflict: FM

The Houthis have repeatedly attacked Saudi targets including energy facilities and Riyadhs international airport, where 13 people were killed in a major attack last week

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 7:12 pm

Garment worker dies following confrontation by official at Ashulia factory

CCTV footage shows the official behaving aggressively towards worker shortly before she collapsed; factory suspends him

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 7:04 pm

Poorest energy-importing nations falling behind as AI widens global divide: IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that low-income, energy-importing countries outside the artificial intelligence (AI) value chain are falling further behind, having been vulnerable to begin with

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 6:46 pm

Bangladesh set for inaugural FIFA U15 WC and Festival

Bangladesh will participate in the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan later this month, with a 14-member squad set to represent the country in the global youth football event.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 6:10 pm

Minister directs tourism board to assess damage after Inani resort fire

Calls for emergency meeting with local administration, law enforcers and tourism stakeholders

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 6:02 pm

7 die of dengue, 1,872 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll now 342

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 5:56 pm

Biman plans to resume Dammam flights on Oct 21, Riyadh suspension continues

Jeddah and Madinah services operating as usual

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 5:50 pm

Jamal Bhuyan scores after five years

Bangladesh captain Jamal Bhuyan scored his first goal in Bangladesh's top-tier professional league in five years as Brothers Union held Rahmatganj MFS to a 2-2 draw in the Bangladesh Football League at the Bir Shreshtha Ft Lt Matiur Rahman Stadium in Munshiganj on Saturday.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 5:40 pm

Live baggage monitoring system installed at Dhaka airport

32 CCTV cameras, 18 monitors installed across eight baggage belt areas

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 5:34 pm

Fire breaks out at Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals building in Gazipur

Two fire service units working to bring blaze under control

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 5:31 pm

Zimbabwe opt to bat as injured Litton misses tri-series opener

Tawhid Hridoy, who is leading Bangladesh in the absence of regular skipper Litton Das, confirmed at the toss that Litton would miss the match due to an injury.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 4:48 pm

Vatican says Pope Leo to be released from the hospital on October 17, four days after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after doctors identified a suspected cancerous nodule. The surgery confirmed he had adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 4:36 pm

Customs houses asked to keep trade running during Durga Puja holidays

It was addressed to the commissioners of eight customs houses, including those in Dhaka, Chattogram, Benapole, Mongla and Bhomra, and of 16 customs, excise and VAT commissionerates

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 4:33 pm

Bangladesh gets first woman chief information commissioner

JU Prof Nahreen Islam Khan appointed CIC, two others named information commissioners

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 4:32 pm

Coach crashes into truck in Turkey, killing 11: authorities

The coach crashed near the entry to a motorway between the city of Bursa and the seaside city of Izmir, the governor's office of the local Manisa district said on X, stating the toll

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 4:29 pm

Pakistan has robust nuclear security regime: IAEA

She also commended Pakistans contribution to developing the skills of the nuclear security workforce, saying it had a far-reaching impact.

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 3:58 pm

Cancer care closer to home for Bagerhat

A Rampal centre expands access to low-cost cancer care and diagnostics, reducing the need for trips to Khulna

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 3:36 pm

Garment workers, police clash in Uttara

Workers demand Tk 30,000 minimum monthly wage, payment of arrears

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 3:26 pm

Bangladesh celebrates Durga Puja under heavy security; PM and President stress communal harmony

A total of 33,851 puja mandaps have been set up across Bangladesh this year, including 258 in the capital city Dhaka, according to the Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad. The number has increased by nearly 1,500 from last year, according to BSS

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 3:12 pm

PM visits alma mater, urges students to help build country

At Dhaka Residential Model College, Tarique urges students to keep the country clean and green and plant more trees

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 2:47 pm

Oil tanker on fire after hitting mine in Hormuz: Iran's Guards

Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Saturday said an oil tanker was on fire in the Strait of Hormuz after hitting a mine in the waterway at the heart of the Middle East war

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 2:33 pm

Trump blocking Russia sanctions a 'historic moment': Putins envoy

The Kremlin and Putin who appeared in military uniform and said Moscow intends to seize the rest of eastern Ukraine have not yet reacted to the move, which is a major diplomatic win for Russia

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 2:14 pm

Why stop us when government supports women athletes?

While Bangladesh women's football has brought the country considerable success and international recognition, girls in some parts of the country continue to face intimidation and discrimination for playing the sport.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 1:27 pm

Doctor suspended as PM catches him smoking in hospital room

Tarique Rahman ordered action against the associate professor during a surprise visit to Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 1:18 pm

Anthropic proposes law regulating AI to US lawmakers

The companys draft bill would let Washington block a models release if there is an imminent risk of killing more than 50 people or causing more than $1 billion in damages, but only with a judges approval

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 1:12 pm

800m jobs gap looms, private capital key: World Bank

A job is not a statistic. A job is dignity, said World Bank Group President Ajay Banga

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 12:50 pm

CUET VC holds syndicate meeting without teacher representatives

The virtual meeting called amid a campus shutdown urged stakeholders to restore academic activities and proposed a neutral committee

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 12:43 pm

Case filed over Netrokona journalist Alif murder; no arrests yet

Police, PBI, SRB and intelligence agencies working to identify perpetrators, OC says

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 12:11 pm

Eight crude bombs recovered in Jashore town

SRB official suspects a gang may have been planning acts of sabotage during the Durga Puja celebrations

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 11:54 am

Flaw in flat-track code

Since Mushtaq Ahmed became spin coach, Bangladesh

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 11:08 am

Pakistan says substantial forces, resources already in Saudi Arabia under defence deal

Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan made the remarks at his weekly press briefing in response to a question on the growing threat posed by Yemens Houthi rebels to Saudi Arabia

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 10:36 am

Japan protests Russias extradition requests for ICC president Tomoko Akane and eight other court staff

Japan has criticized Russias request for the extradition of the International Criminal Courts president and eight other tribunal officials from the Netherlands, where the court is based

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 10:35 am

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Antara News 17 Oct 2026 10:29 am

PM visits hospitals, educational institutions to assess the dengue situation

The prime minister left his Gulshan residence at 9:10am for the surprise visits

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 10:21 am