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South Korea, Turkey agree to deepen nuclear energy, defence ties

The two sides agreed that cooperation on Turkey's Sinop nuclear power plant project has been progressing smoothly

The Hindu 3 Nov 2026 10:08 pm

Two wins, one nightmare: What happened the last time Bangladesh hosted the SAFF Championship

Expectations are soaring as Bangladesh dials up preparations for the SAFF Championship 2026, kicking off this Thursday at the National Stadium.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:58 pm

External gains mask persistent weakness in domestic economy

The ongoing unrest in the garment sector, with worker protests continuing for a fourth consecutive day, further complicates the outlook.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:49 pm

Sajek blockade eased for farm produce, students; protest to continue

Organisers announce exemptions from November 4 but vow to maintain indefinite road blockade until residents' five-point demands are met

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:32 pm

BFF's reception culture: Beyond welcoming the U-15 booters

Bangladesh, in fact, ranked 130th among the 189 participating countries, a distinction that further highlights the importance of making the tier-based result clear.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:32 pm

Uphold spirit of Liberation War, ensure constitutional rights: Dr Kamal Hossain

Struggle for people's rights not over, says prominent jurist at a Constitution Day discussion

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:21 pm

Bhutan makes history as 108 stupas are consecrated in a single day

Teams of volunteers work across designated sites at Gelephu Mindfulness City

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:09 pm

5 SPs transferred in fresh reshuffle

Home ministry issues notification

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 8:05 pm

Magistrate asks journalists to leave courtroom during remand hearing in Tahsif murder case

Court grants three-day remand of accused; former district judge questions exclusion of media from open proceedings

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 7:55 pm

BNP factional clashes leave 9 dead, 185 injured in October: HRSS report

Human rights body documents 35 BNP factional clashes, alongside rising violence against women and workers

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 7:47 pm

Bangladesh aims to become global manufacturing hub, export gateway: PM

The adviser joins the 29th Sustainable Development Conference in Islamabad

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 7:27 pm

Security concerns force postponement of Liberation War Museum exhibition on four national leaders

Museum authorities say law enforcers requested postponement citing security risks

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 7:27 pm

26 lawyers file writ seeking more Supreme Court judges, better facilities

Petitioners seek increased judicial budget, more judges and improved facilities for lawyers

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 7:08 pm

No BB approval needed for preference share dividends up to 5%

Companies will not need prior approval from Bangladesh Bank if the dividend rate on preference shares issued to foreign investors is 5 percent or less of their face value

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 7:00 pm

Kane targets Ronaldo

Fresh from his Ballon d

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 6:46 pm

IPL 2027 as British citizen? Ex-Pakistan pacer Amir denies reports

The 34-year-old took to social media platform X on Monday to clarify his position after reports emerged that he was considering registering for the upcoming auction.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 6:38 pm

Garment workers block highways in Savar, Narayanganj; clash with police

Traffic grinds to a halt on Dhaka-Aricha Highway and Dhaka-Narayanganj Link Road

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 5:51 pm

Climate change threatening food security of women, children: food minister

The minister said adverse climatic conditions are making it harder to store food grains for long periods

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 5:47 pm

Indonesia targets 60 days of crude oil storage

Antara News 3 Nov 2026 5:39 pm

Thai Military Chief Summons Myanmar Attach

Thailand warned Myanmar to prevent further cross-border damage after regime attacks in Karen State injured a Thai resident and damaged buildings on Thai soil.

The Irrawaddy 3 Nov 2026 5:31 pm

Indian tourist killed after two helicopters collide near Everest base camp

The two aircraft crashed just metres from the ground after trying to land at the same spot.

BBC 3 Nov 2026 5:21 pm

Iran unveils huge billboard with threat against Donald Trumps life

We will kill Trump, read the billboard towering over the busy Enghelab Square in Tehran

The Hindu 3 Nov 2026 4:10 pm

Tahsif murder: Friend Dip on three-day fresh remand

A Dhaka court today placed Ahmed Shahriar Reza Dip, a friend of former Bangladesh Air Force officer KM Tahsif Souri, on a three-day fresh remand in a case filed over Tahsif

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 3:41 pm

33 AL-affiliated people arrested over alleged sabotage during worker protests: DMP

Arrestees detained in drives across Dhaka over past 24 hours

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 3:39 pm

Dhaka surveyor held while allegedly taking Tk 1 lakh bribe

He had allegedly demanded Tk 80 lakh for land demarcation and mutation

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 3:11 pm

AFC postpones 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia due to

A number of sports events in Saudi Arabia have been cancelled or postponed in recent weeks following Houthi attacks on the country.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 3:01 pm

Two newly elected MPs take oath

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed attended the oath-taking ceremony conducted by Parliament Secretary Barrister Md Golam Sorwar Bhuiyan.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 2:24 pm

Ex-ICT prosecutor leaves country as bribery probe remains incomplete

Chief prosecutor says committee's work is at final stage but gives no timeline

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 2:17 pm

PM pays courtesy call on President after Japan visit

Meeting covers issues relating to national interests

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 2:08 pm

LPG price hiked for long-term welfare: Zahed

Adviser says half of Tk 48,000cr earmarked for energy subsidy spent in two and a half months

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 2:07 pm

Will the US Midterms Have an Effect on Myanmar?

This week, veteran journalist Kyaw Zan Tha discusses how a resounding defeat for Donald Trump Republicans in this weeks elections could impact faraway Myanmar.

The Irrawaddy 3 Nov 2026 1:48 pm

SAFF Championship around the corner, but no one seems ready

Fondly dubbed the 'South Asian World Cup', the SAFF Championship is just around the corner, but it is hard to believe that the region's biggest football show is about to take place in Dhaka.

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 1:29 pm

Education minister not interested in forming commission despite BNP pledge

Ehsanul Hoque Milon questions whether a panel can set the direction of education amid rapid technological changes

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 1:15 pm

Police fire sound grenades as garment workers block Gazipur roads

Workers from several factories take to the streets, disrupting traffic on Gazipur-Sylhet highway

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 1:08 pm

Rendezvous with Xiong'an Cultural Showcase Held

Antara News 3 Nov 2026 12:46 pm

No Marufa as Bangladesh announce squad for Emerging Nations Trophy

Marufa is reportedly suffering from a bone-related issue in her right foot, which also forced her to miss the third and final ODI during Bangladesh

The Daily Star 3 Nov 2026 12:43 pm