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A growing herd in a shrinking forest
As elephant numbers grow in the forests of the Mymensingh region, shrinking habitats, blocked migration routes and escalating human-elephant conflict are threatening the future of one of Bangladesh’s last remaining
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Life is sweeter when it overcomes crises with aplomb
No one knows when life's journey comes to an end unless one makes a voluntary but undesirable choice for making it happen. Why do people, particularly those in the prime
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WHO calls for accelerated action to prevent drowning in Bangladesh
Ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) has called for accelerated action in Bangladesh to build on the country's leadership in drowning prevention through greater investment
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President Mohammed Shahabuddin may resign shortly citing physical illness as the reason
President Mohammed Shahabuddin may resign shortly citing physical illness as the reason, responsible sources have indicated. According to sources within the government and the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), a
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WildTeam, Friendship launch community healthcare initiative for Sundarbans forest-edge residents
WildTeam, a conservation organisation, and Friendship, an international Social Purpose Organisation, on Tuesday launched a community healthcare initiative to bring primary health services, health awareness and referral support closer to
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Made in Faridpur, sold in America
Embracing Bangladesh as their adopted home, American couple Jacob and Joya Berlin have built Action Joy Enterprise, a social venture that helps trafficking victims and trauma survivors heal and also
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Heidelberg sinks into losses in Q2
Heidelberg Materials Bangladesh slipped into the red in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026 as soaring raw material costs, weak demand and intense market competition squeezed profit margins. The Germany-based
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Bangladesh
BLAST calls for labour rules overhaul to ensure safer workplaces
BLAST submitted its recommendations to the Ministry of Labour and Employment on July 22 and to the relevant committee on July 23
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‘I resigned without any pressure’: Shahabuddin tells Star
Former president Mohammed Shahabuddin said he resigned of his own accord, describing life at Bangabhaban as restrictive and saying he now felt free.
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Jamaat ameer tells party leaders-activists to be ‘very careful’
He made the remarks on Friday afternoon while addressing the members’ (Rukon) conference organised by the party’s Dhaka district unit at the Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh (IDEB) Multipurpose Hall
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Dhaka, Bangkok discuss prospect of 10,000 jobs for Bangladeshis in Thailand
The issue was discussed during a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser Humaiun Kobir and Thai Deputy Foreign Minister Vijavat Isarabhakdi in Bangkok this morning, according to a
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Govt plans 100MW skid-mounted, gas-run plant in Bhola
The government has moved to build a 100MW skid-mounted, gas-fired power plant on the Bhola island to utilise the long-stranded natural and diversified energy sources to cope with the mounting
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Who will be the next president?
After Mohammed Shahabuddin’s resignation, debate within the ruling BNP has centred on one question: who will be Bangladesh’s next president?
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BGB foils BSF bid to push six people into Bangladesh through Jhenaidah border
Six individuals remain inside Indian territory after BGB patrol intercepts alleged early-morning push-in attempt
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International
US measles cases hit 31-year high to 2,318 as vaccinations decline
The overall 2026 figures represent the highest number of U.S. cases in a single year since a major resurgence of the highly contagious disease in the period from 1989 to
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International Criminal Court members dismiss prosecutor Khan over sexual misconduct allegation
Khan's dismissal immediately triggers the election process for a new ICC prosecutor who is not expected to be voted in before next year.
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Venezuela quake recovery to take years: Red Cross
Recovering from the earthquakes in Venezuela will take years, the Red Cross said yesterday, one month on from the June 24 disaster that killed more than 5,000 people.
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Govt vessel hit by Chinese water cannon - Says Philippines
The Philippines accused China’s coast guard of blasting a Filipino government vessel with a water cannon near a disputed South China Sea reef yesterday, the third confrontation between the two
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Thousands of young protesters we..
Thousands of young protesters were camped on the streets of India’s capital New Delhi on Thursday (Jul. 23), defying new restrictions in the latest show of strength for a movement
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Turkey’s Ozel quits CHP to found new party
Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel and 91 breakaway lawmakers yesterday applied to launch a new political party, seeking to regroup to challenge President Tayyip Erdogan after their former party faced
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80,000 flee infernos in France, Spain
Europe’s wildfire crisis forced more than 80,000 people to flee for safety yesterday, as holidaymakers boarded boats to escape fires on one French peninsula and Spanish officials ordered mass evacuations
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Technology
Fields medal awarded to 4 young mathematicians
The Fields medal, known as the Nobel prize of mathematics, is handed out every four years and this time was awarded to two Chinese citizens, one American and one Canadian.
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Sport
AFC Challenge League / Fortis, Police embrace ‘rare opportunity’
Fortis will host Kyrgyzstan’s Muras United FC at Bashundhara Kings Arena in Dhaka, while Police will face Syria’s six-time league champions Al Ittihad Ahli of Aleppo SC in Jordan on
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Australia not taking Bangladesh lightly an achievement: Shanto
Bangladesh Test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto believes Australia's decision to name a full-strength squad for the upcoming two-Test series is an achievement in itself for the Tigers, saying it reflects
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'Mind your own business': Neymar hits back at critics over poker controversy
The 34-year-old came under fire after photos emerged of him taking part in a poker tournament in Sao Paulo on Tuesday, the same day Santos thrashed Venezuela's Universidad Central de
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New Germany coach Klopp says he'll quit if media targets his family
The 59-year-old German, known for his high-intensity football and direct communication style, has been tasked with leading the four-times world champions into a new era after another disappointing World Cup
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Pirlo set for Italy job after Guardiola rejection: report
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, Italian daily La Repubblica reported
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আলোচিত
ইসরাইলকে স্বীকৃতি দিলে সৌদির সাথে পরমাণু চুক্তি কার্যকর হবে : ট্রাম্প
গাজা সংঘাতের পর থেকে তারা একটি স্বাধীন ফিলিস্তিনি রাষ্ট্র প্রতিষ্ঠার সুস্পষ্ট রূপরেখার ওপর জোর দিয়ে আসছে।
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রাষ্ট্রপতি পদে মির্জা ফখরুলকে সবচেয়ে যোগ্য মনে করছেন ড. আসিফ নজরুল - DesheBideshe
ঢাকা, ২৪ জুলাই – বাংলাদেশের পরবর্তী রাষ্ট্রপতি হিসেবে বিএনপি মহাসচিব মির্জা ফখরুল ইসলাম আলমগীরকে সবচেয়ে যোগ্য প্রার্থী হিসেবে দেখছেন অন্তর্বর্তী সরকারের সাবেক আইন উপদেষ্টা ড. আসিফ নজরুল। শুক্রবার ২৪ জুলাই
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Politics
Jubo Dal activist shot dead in Mirpur
Unidentified assailants have gunned down a Jatiotabadi Jubo Dal activist and wounded two traders in Dhaka's Mirpur-13. The shooting took place around 11:00 pm on Friday outside the Opex Garments
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Looking back at July
On the morning of July 25, 2024, television cameras captured a moment that would come to define the July Uprising.
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10 of Bangladesh’s 18 presidents did not complete their terms in office
Shahabuddin’s resignation adds another chapter to a presidency repeatedly disrupted by assassinations, coups and political upheaval
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'Shahabuddin Chuppu must be arrested immediately': NCP demands
Following his resignation, there is no longer any scope for legal immunity, says Akhter Hossen
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'BNP govt orchestrated Shahabuddin’s resignation': Nahid
NCP leader says former president should have been removed and arrested, and warns against allowing him to leave the country
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Business
Women built the RMG might. Now they are losing ground
Women once made up 80% of the garment workforce, that share has fallen below 55%
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Businesses in a bit feel-good mood for comparative advantage
New US tariffs are taken as the lesser of two evils as businesses appear to be in a bit feel-good mood for Bangladesh's comparative advantage over main rivals especially in
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FBCCI urges steps to slash BSTI fees
The country's apex trade body has requested the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) to reduce its licence, product testing and renewal fees. The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce
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Editorial
Before Bangladesh adds a third language, it needs the right language policy
Last month, the prime minister told parliament that his government was planning to introduce courses on a third language from Class 6.
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Why Bangladesh's population planning must factor in climate-driven mobility
Climate change is not just transforming Bangladesh’s landscape; it’s gradually reshaping where people live, work, and build their futures.
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Securing energy security by achieving renewables targets and aggressive exploration of natural gas
Although Bangladesh possesses limited economically recoverable coal reserves, natural gas has remained its principal primary energy source. The country's natural gas industry began with the discovery of the Haripur Gas
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Can We Roar as Loudly for Bangladesh as We Do for Football?
In the early hours of 20 July, thousands of Bangladeshis gathered around giant screens to watch Spain face Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. From Dhaka University to
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Brazil- Argentina fan rivalry: Why is it so intense?
Few countries in the world are as obsessed with the Argentina-Brazil rivalry as is Bangladesh. It cuts deep into every layer of society and often erupts into violence. Even in
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Entertainment
Crafting the crescendo: The legacy of Ferdausi Rahman
The living legend Ferdausi Rahman launched her highly anticipated autobiography Loke Bole Prem Ami Boli Jwala on 7 July at the Bengal Shilpalaya Gallery in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The event was
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How a Bangladeshi movie made its way to the Venice Film Festival
Even during shooting the film, director Rubaiyat Hossain did not imagine 'The Difficult Bride' would secure a place in Venice Film Festival so soon.
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John Cusack backs NEET protesters, shares Arundhati Roy’s article
Hollywood actor John Cusack has backed student protests over alleged NEET irregularities by sharing an article from Booker Prize winning author and activist Arundhati Roy, who criticised the authorities over
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Anjan Dutt backs Delhi student protests, salutes the protesters
Dutt said he believed in democracy and the Constitution and praised the students for raising their concerns through what he described as democratic, constitutional and non-violent means.
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Life style
Bangladeshis can travel to six Asian countries without visa
Bangladeshi passport holders can travel to six destinations in Asia without obtaining a visa before departure, according to the latest Henley Passport Index. In the July 2026 edition of the
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