Return to work within 24 hours or face action: Govt warns Palli Bidyut workers

The warning came in a statement issued by the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources yesterday
7 September 2025, 19:25 PM

Blood Moon 2025: Dhaka witnesses total lunar eclipse

Astronomy enthusiasts and skywatchers gathered on rooftops and open spaces to witness the rare spectacle
7 September 2025, 19:18 PM

Tighten grip on law and order

The interim government has directed the local administration to take a stronger stance in maintaining law and order while encouraging political unity ahead of the upcoming election.
7 September 2025, 18:36 PM

Implementing july charter: Special Constitutional Order mulled

The National Consensus Commission is considering a Special Constitutional Order for implementing constitution-related amendments outlined in the July Charter.
7 September 2025, 18:19 PM

A night of stars and stories

Blender’s Choice–The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards returned for its fourth edition yesterday
7 September 2025, 18:11 PM

ICT ordinance: There’s room for confusion

Election Commissioner Anwarul Islam Sarker yesterday expressed confusion over the draft amendment to the International Crimes Tribunal Ordinance 2025, recently approved by the Advisory Council.
7 September 2025, 18:00 PM

6.44kg of ketamine seized while being trafficked via courier

The Department of Narcotics Control (DNC) has seized 6.44kg of ketamine that was being trafficked to Italy via a courier service. The drugs were dissolved into the fabric of multiple towels, as part of a covert technique to smuggle narcotics.
7 September 2025, 18:00 PM

Illegal shisha bar: Salim, eight others sent to jail

A Dhaka court on Saturday sent Salim Prodhan, a controversial businessman and eight others to jail in a case on charges of running an illegal shisha bar and lounge in Dhaka’s Baridhara area.
7 September 2025, 18:00 PM

Maintain neutrality, avoid political bias in polls duties

Home Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury yesterday advised police officers to maintain neutrality and refrain from aligning with political parties during the upcoming elections.
7 September 2025, 18:00 PM

DSCC closed for 40 days, yet millions spent on fuel: ACC

DSCC’s accounts show that the organisation spends around Tk 5 crore per month on fuel
7 September 2025, 16:40 PM

Information Adviser Mahfuj calls for journalists' responsible role in upcoming election

Whatever happens on the ground must be communicated to the public, he says
7 September 2025, 15:59 PM

CA directs law enforcers to help ensure peaceful, festive Ducsu election

He gave the directive while presiding over a high-level meeting at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka
7 September 2025, 15:59 PM

India’s new immigration law may trigger minority exodus from Bangladesh: Oikya Parishad

Leaders urge interim government to address trust crisis among minority communities
7 September 2025, 14:59 PM

Teens forced into marriage after 'TikTok relationship' rescued by police in Moulvibazar

Girl’s relatives accused of arranging the marriage in Juri upazila
7 September 2025, 14:52 PM

Outrage as injured CU student ‘made to walk’ for photo, despite severe head trauma

Family says Mamun can't recognise anyone and is in constant pain; hospital defends walk as part of ‘routine practice’
7 September 2025, 13:49 PM

'While there have been some setbacks in law and order, we're taking necessary steps'

Home Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury says investigation into Rajbari unrest is underway
7 September 2025, 13:16 PM

Badruddin Umar: An overlooked yet everlasting beacon of light

The best way to honour Badruddin Umar is to read him, to learn from his words and thoughts
7 September 2025, 12:14 PM

All-Party Committee in Bagerhat calls protests over loss of constituency

BNP and Jamaat leaders denounce EC’s delimitation move
7 September 2025, 12:07 PM

Tarique, Fakhrul mourn death of Badruddin Umar

They praise Umar’s uncompromising ideals and lifelong activism.
7 September 2025, 09:44 AM

CA condoles death of Badruddin Umar

Badruddin Umar, who had long suffered from old-age complications, passed away this morning
7 September 2025, 09:09 AM