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22 years and 4 months: Brendan Taylor takes over from Tendulkar as longest-serving ODI player

Brendan Taylor replaced India great Sachin Tendulkar as the longest-serving one-day international player on Tuesday after the Zimbabwe veteran took the field for the series opener against Australia in Harare.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 3:11 pm

Extradition of Hasina, Quader, others needed to ease ties with India: Zahed

Adviser says issue was raised with Indian high commissioner

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 3:00 pm

Crude bomb explodes in front of Supreme Court

Explosion takes place around an hour after ICT-2 sentences seven, including Quader, to death

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 2:51 pm

Indian police detain driver who hit female biker in viral video

The incident has sparked a broader discussion about the harassment and hostility faced by female motorcyclists.

BBC 15 Sep 2026 2:46 pm

Govt plans year-round safety lessons for primary students: Bobby Hajjaj

Traffic police, fire service and other agencies to join, he says

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 2:43 pm

Bangladesh seeks EU withdrawal of HRCM status

The status has increased cargo handling costs and processing time since 2017, civil aviation minister tells British high commissioner

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 2:33 pm

India-Pakistan tie to kick off SAFF Championship in Dhaka

Defending champions India will take on Pakistan in the opening match of the SAFF Championship, which will kick off in Dhaka on November 5.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 1:54 pm

Gibran, Poulev hold talks to strengthen ties

Antara News 15 Sep 2026 1:30 pm

President Fakhrul in Sylhet on first visit since taking office

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir arrived in Sylhet today for the first time since taking office.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 1:24 pm

Mitchell Marsh 'wanted to play for Zimbabwe'

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh has revealed that he once dreamed of representing Zimbabwe, where he spent three years of his childhood while his father, Geoff Marsh, coached the national team.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 1:21 pm

Bangladesh committed to peaceful use of nuclear technology: Science minister

He was addressing 70th Regular Session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference in Vienna on September 14

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 1:20 pm

Probe committee formed over MMCH lift fire

Committee asked to submit report within three working days

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 1:12 pm

Govt not consulted over Nov 12 local polls date: Shahe Alam

EC says it is a tentative schedule, will finalise date after discussion on Thursday

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 12:27 pm

Bangladesh Bank resumes dollar sales after 14 months

The central bank sold $11.50 million to six banks yesterday

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 12:07 pm

Life after Messi: What Argentina can learn from post-Maradona era

Argentina

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 12:04 pm

Oil climbs as Saudi pipeline outage, fresh attacks heighten supply concerns

Brent crude futures rose $1.37, or 1.3%, to $107.05 a barrel at 0406 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures were up $1.53, or 1.51%, at $102.92 a barrel

The Hindu 15 Sep 2026 12:04 pm

Quader, six others sentenced to death for July Uprising atrocities

The International Crimes Tribunal-2 today sentenced Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader and six others to death in a crimes against humanity case over atrocities committed during the July Uprising in 2024.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 12:01 pm

Dooley sees Bishwanath as a forward option

Bangladesh national team head coach Thomas Dooley believes defender Bishwanath Ghosh could have been an option as a centre-forward in the absence of a recognised number nine.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 11:50 am

2 army men killed in training: Families meet PM, receive financial aid

Nation will remember their sacrifice with deep respect, Tarique Rahman says

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 11:38 am

Wiping out measles impossible due to vaccine hesitancy in rich countries, says Gates

Around 100,000 children still die from measles each year

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 11:09 am

Asiya rape and murder: Full HC verdict released, clearing way for Hitu to challenge death sentence

The full text of the High Court verdict was released yesterday

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 11:01 am

Why Asian gold is within reach for India's women hockey team

The team's fifth-place finish at the World Cup has raised hopes of a medal at the upcoming Asian Games

BBC 15 Sep 2026 10:36 am

BCB leaning towards designated Test venues?

Tests at home have gained more priority than ever due to the current World Test Championship model. Every point counts and Bangladesh, currently fourth, are also concerned about the four home Tests against West Indies and England remaining in the cycle.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 9:57 am

US Supreme Court blocks Trump mail-in ballot restrictions

Only two of the six conservative justices on the nine-member panel offered a dissent.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 9:25 am

From power to judgement: Quader, six others face ICT verdict today

After about eight months of trial, the tribunal announced yesterday that it would deliver the verdict today

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 8:46 am

Police arrest man after multiple people wounded in China knife attack

A video seemingly captured from CCTV showed a man in a face mask stabbing a woman in the face as he walked past her in front of a restaurant.

The Hindu 15 Sep 2026 8:09 am

A big loss and Butler falls back to blame game

Since the Women's Asian Cup qualifiers, Bangladesh have been in decline, while Butler's handling of setbacks has increasingly raised questions.

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 7:30 am

Why cash continues to thrive even as India's digital payments grow

Digital payments are booming, yet cash remains deeply embedded in the economy in India, central bank data shows.

BBC 15 Sep 2026 4:45 am

Bob Mackie, fashion designer for the stars, dies at 87

He received Academy Award nominations for costumes worn in the films Lady Sings the Blues, Funny Lady, and Pennies From Heaven

The Hindu 15 Sep 2026 1:06 am

Four Jamalpur policemen injured during arrest of man accused in drugs case

Accused's family tried to snatch him away during drive; accused's wife detained

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 12:54 am

Ex-Islami Bank staffers block highway in Ctg's Karnaphuli

Demonstrate against reported attack on a Dhaka programme of terminated Islami Bank employees; protest withdrawn after two hours

The Daily Star 15 Sep 2026 12:03 am

Mourinho praises 'incredible' Guler amid battle for minutes

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho hailed playmaker Arda Guler on Monday ahead of the team's visit to face Elche in La Liga.

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 11:29 pm

Manchester derby VAR stood down from Premier League duty

Matt Donohue, the video assistant referee (VAR) who allowed Erling Haaland's winner in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United, has not been selected to officiate at any of next weekend's Premier League fixtures.

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 11:15 pm

Trump says there is SICK conspiracy against AI and data centres, dismisses new guardrails

The only control or guardrails that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and the U.S.A. has that, in spades! Mr. Trump said

The Hindu 14 Sep 2026 11:13 pm

Concert goes ahead in Brahmanbaria after venue changed over Qawmi group

Hundreds attended the performance at Brahmanbaria Government College

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 11:01 pm

Thousands of students lives were ruined: DU topper refuses Deans Award

Tahseen Jahan says her political identity affected her academic life, while university officials outline steps taken to facilitate her viva

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 10:18 pm

Trump says open to engaging with Iran

I will determine whether or not the U.S.A. will choose to engage, the concept of which we are open to, Mr. Trump said on his Truth Social network.

The Hindu 14 Sep 2026 10:04 pm

Govt may force life insurers to sell assets to settle claims: Khosru

The minister said 57 percent of life insurance claims remain unpaid, adding that the BNP-led government had uncovered widespread irregularities in the sector since taking charge

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 9:50 pm

Bangladesh spot LNG nears $30, three times pre-war rates

Bangladesh is now paying nearly $30 per million British thermal units (MMBtu) for liquefied natural gas from the spot market, almost three times what it typically paid before the war in the Middle East, as the government scrambles to secure supplies amid a prolonged gas crisis

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 9:44 pm

Rumeen seeks action over DAG Choton

Letter alleges objectionable and defamatory remarks targeting the Brahmanbaria-2 MP

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 9:36 pm

UAE cancels visas of over 4,000 Bangladeshis, leaving many unable to return to jobs

Bangladesh seeks diplomatic review as affected expatriates say cancellations came without explanation

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 9:16 pm

52 eminent citizens raise concern over new CHT committees

Joint statement urges reconstitution of the committees and full implementation of the Chattogram Hill Tracts Accord

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 8:59 pm

HC rules forced resignation of Gazipur school headmaster invalid

Managing committee to face disciplinary action if verdict ignored and headmaster not reinstated

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 8:51 pm

Saudi football body vows action against Jota chants, Ronaldo urges life ban

Saudi Arabian football authorities promised to take action and Cristiano Ronaldo called for life bans after rival fans taunted Al-Hilal's Ruben Neves about the death of Diogo Jota, his friend and former Portugal team-mate.

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 8:50 pm

BKMEA seeks stronger policy coordination for garment sector

Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) today urged the government to form a high-level committee to coordinate policymaking for the garment industry.

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 8:40 pm

Markets react calmly to Nazara

Antara News 14 Sep 2026 7:37 pm

Mohammedan seek release of nine players, fixture changes

The requests came a day after the BFF released the schedules for the professional league and Federation Cup.

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 7:13 pm

A 7-year-old left for school and went missing. Her body was found under a house floor

Police say Mariam Akhter was raped and strangled after stopping at a classmate

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 7:11 pm

Regime Airstrikes Kill 5 More Civilians as Rakhine Counteroffensive Falters

Warplanes bomb residential areas as junta suffers setback in bid to reclaim Ponnagyun and Ramree from the ethnic Arakan Army.

The Irrawaddy 14 Sep 2026 6:42 pm

BNP abandoned pledge to institutionalise democracy: Jamaat

July uprising created historic chance to establish democracy, says Shafiqur

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 6:38 pm

Bishwanath ruled out of FIFA ASEAN Cup after fresh injury setback

Bangladesh defender Bishwanath Ghosh has been ruled out of the upcoming FIFA ASEAN Cup in Indonesia after sustaining a hamstring injury.

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 6:31 pm

US Accreditation Body Gives Stamp of Approval to Hospitals Linked to Regime Leader

US-based AACI accredited two hospitals linked to Min Aung Hlaing and his family, whose business interests have been targeted by US sanctions.

The Irrawaddy 14 Sep 2026 6:30 pm

Gas supply to industries to near previous levels by tomorrow evening: PM Tarique

Prime minister makes the assurance during a three-hour exchange with business leaders and media professionals at the Secretariat

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 6:03 pm

REHAB president removed over loan default

Bangladesh Bank

The Daily Star 14 Sep 2026 5:50 pm