Headline
Traditional finance, Islam, & the wall in between
Islamic finance is often misunderstood, partly because of its limited presence in competitive markets, but mostly because academic and public discussion rarely confronts how Islamic and traditional financial practices actually
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Zafar Iqbal, ex-DU VC Maksud Kamal likely to face charges over July Uprising
ICT prosecutor says investigation into the two academics’ alleged roles is nearing completion
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Houthis announce major military operation in Yemen
A Houthi spokesperson has written on X that the group will soon reveal more details of what he called a “wide and qualitative military operation,” but did not elaborate. Earlier
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Houthis claim to have killed 45 in attacks on Yemeni government forces
Yemen’s Houthi rebels say they have killed 45 people in missile attacks on Yemeni military camps in Hadramout and Marib governorates. Thursday’s attacks on military camps run by Yemen’s Emergency
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How life changed for me in my 40s
Embrace the transformative power of turning 40 by prioritizing self-love, setting boundaries, and building emotional resilience. Ageing brings newfound confidence, healthier habits, and the freedom to embrace life completely on
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When the real cost of food delivery is your health and wealth
Break the fast food delivery habit by creating a monthly ordering budget, meal prepping simple ingredients, and identifying emotional stress triggers. Reclaiming your kitchen safeguards long-term health, saves money, and
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416 killed in road crashes across Bangladesh in July: RSF
Motorcycle accidents claimed 138 lives, while Dhaka division recorded the highest number of crashes and deaths
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Bangladesh
Govt appoints Kazi Jesin as BTV chief for one year
Public administration ministry issues notification naming her director general
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Tonu murder suspect’s bail suspended
The Appellate Division has suspended the High Court bail granted to former army warrant officer Hafizur Rahman in the murder case of Comilla Victoria College student Sohagi Jahan Tonu. Hafizur
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Oman rolls out visa scheme for Bangladeshi farm workers
Oman has opened applications for registered farmers to hire Bangladeshi agricultural workers under an approved labour recruitment programme. The initiative is being carried out under approvals from the Ministry of
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Government reshuffles top bureaucracy, appoints four new secretaries
The government has installed new secretaries at four ministries in a fresh round of bureaucratic reshuffling. The Ministry of Public Administration issued separate orders on Thursday confirming the postings, two
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Former MP Akhtaruzzaman sent to jail in anti-terrorism case
Former Gazipur-5 MP Akhtaruzzaman has been sent to jail after being shown arrested in an anti-terrorism case filed with Tejgaon Industrial Area Police. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Ripon Hossain ordered his
14h - The Financial Express - (original version)
Kushiara, Teesta flow above danger marks as flood threat widens
The Kushiara in the northeast and Teesta in the north are flowing above danger levels, the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said. At 9am on Thursday, the Teesta was flowing
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International
Israel charges settler in killing of Palestinian activist in West Bank
It was the first such indictment since the outbreak of the Gaza war in 2023
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India says it is not committed to import ethanol under US trade deal
India will not offer any concessions or ​commitments regarding the import ‌of ethanol from the U.S. in the India-U.S. trade discussions, the ​Indian Commerce Ministry said in ​a statement on
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India's Modi turns to Instagram to woo young voters after Gen Z protest
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Instagram recently with selfie-style videos shot after hours in a bid to win over young voters following Gen-Z protests that highlighted growing frustration
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Iran warns Gulf states: tell Trump to desist or we hit you hard
Iran has made a concerted diplomatic push with Gulf states, warning them explicitly that Tehran will hit their oil, power and water plants unless they convince Donald Trump to end
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Trump's Iran dilemma: He's stuck in war with no exit in sight
With President Donald Trump’s war against Iran now in its sixth month, this week's flurry of threats and diplomacy has underscored the ever-tighter bind he finds himself in as he
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US rethinks nuclear plans for China, Russia: NBC
The Pentagon is working on a major overhaul of the United States' nuclear strategy that would place greater emphasis on tactical nuclear weapons in any future conflict involving China or
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Technology
Meta AI found hacking another organisation during evaluation
Meta has disclosed that one of its artificial intelligence (AI) models gained access to another organisation's systems during a security evaluation, becoming the latest technology company to report an AI
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SpaceX rocket thought to have crashed into the moon in unintentional collision
A four-tonne piece of a discarded SpaceX rocket that has been floating in space since last year is believed to have unintentionally crashed into the moon at high speed, in
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'Great American Treasure Hunt' launched to mark US founding anniversary
A milestone was marked in the celebration of United States’ 250th anniversary with the public launch of the "Great American Treasure Hunt," an interactive digital experience, inviting users to discover
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Sport
Argentina declare July 15 national day to mark World Cup win over England
Following the final whistle, several Argentina players celebrated with a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" ("The Falklands are Argentine").
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Salah signs two-year deal with Trabzonspor
The club's statement to the Turkish stock exchange said Salah will receive a 20% share from products sold under his name, plus conditional bonuses each season.
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There's a lot of unknowns going in, says Hazlewood on Darwin Test
With over 400 games of professional cricket under his belt, Josh Hazlewood has a vast knowledge about the strengths and weaknesses of many of the world's best batters.
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Bangladesh drawn with Sri Lanka, UAE in Women's Asia Cup
All matches will be played under lights at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
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Real Madrid or Barcelona: Where will Rodri go?
According to a BBC Sport report, Manchester City midfielder Rodri is facing one of the biggest decisions of his career, with both Real Madrid and Barcelona ready to pounce if
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Politics
Who can contest Bangladesh’s presidential election?
Candidates must be at least 35, secure the support of two MPs and submit nomination papers by August 13
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NCP demands Indian envoy be summoned over Hasina’s Delhi press conference
Asif Mahmud accuses India of using the ousted prime minister as a “pawn” to undermine Bangladesh’s sovereignty
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India arranged Hasina’s Delhi press conference to insult July martyrs: Rizvi
BNP leader condemns the August 5 media event and says allowing the ousted prime minister to make political statements undermined Bangladesh’s sovereignty
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11-Party Alliance announces nationwide protests over gas, electricity crisis
Coalition announces long marches, rail journey and Dhaka rally from September to November
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11-party alliance announces 4 long marches, Dhaka ‘grand rally’
The Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party alliance on Thursday announced a series of long march in four divisions and a ‘grand rally’ in Dhaka to press for a set of demands including the
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‘Another revolution is approaching’
Opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday warned that “another inevitable revolution” was on the horizon and urged his supporters to prepare for it.
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Business
Cabinet committee approves purchase of 8 LNG cargoes from four international suppliers
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Thursday recommended a number of proposals in principle, including the emergency procurement of eight liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes from four international suppliers
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Bangladesh's RMG exports to the US fall 5.75% in Jan-Jun
For the single month of June 2026, exports from Bangladesh to the US were $763.57 million, up 5.74 percent compared with June last year
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Investment confidence hinges on policy continuity: Bida chief
The BIDA organised a briefing at its office in Dhaka, on the investment-related outcomes of the national budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year
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Editorial
Merit of importing LNG from Myanmar
Bangladesh's renewed interest in importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from neighbouring Myanmar comes at a time when the country's energy crisis has reached an alarming level. Against the backdrop of
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Bangladesh's manufacturing success without brands
For close to five decades now, Bangladesh has been sewing clothes for the entire world. Shirts worn in New York, jeans sold in Berlin, jackets displayed in Sydney, and babywear
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Overcoming urban work-hour loss and cooling city environment
A World Bank report titled "A Liveable Future: Protecting Jobs and Growth from Extreme Heat in South Asia's Cities" claims that Dhaka suffers the worst productivity loss due to extreme
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Teacher shortage must be addressed
Students should not suffer because of bureaucratic issues.
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Our garments cannot come at the cost of our rivers
Bangladesh’s garment industry has transformed the country’s economy, but one part of that success rarely appears in export statistics. It is the unfortunate environmental costs borne by the country’s rivers.
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Entertainment
Kazi Jesin appointed to head Bangladesh Television for one year
Journalist and news presenter Kazi Jesin has been appointed director general of Bangladesh Television (BTV) for a one-year term. The public administration ministry issued a notification on Thursday confirming the
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Nirjo Habib's new single ‘Obujh Prem’ to release under G Series
Singer Nirjo Habib is set to release his new romantic single, "Obujh Prem", under G Series on August 6.
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Graphic designers find their artistic voice in 'Beyond the Brief'
A commercial designer creates advertisement, product designs that help businesses communicate their brand, engage audiences, and support commercial objectives. It begins with a brief and a client. But Art is
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Health
Pregnancy after 35: Separating facts from fear
Navigate pregnancy after 35 confidently by prioritizing balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and preconception check-ups. Dr Aklima Zakaria Zinan highlights essential medical monitoring to manage gestational diabetes risks, empowering mothers toward
20h - Daily Star - (original version)
6 more measles-linked deaths in a day, 85 new cases
Bangladesh has reported six more suspected measles fatalities over the past 24-hour count, four of whom died in the Dhaka Division. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on Thursday
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Life style
Dhaka's daycare crisis and the women paying for it
Nushrat Jahan is 27, works at a private bank near Dhanmondi, and has been transferred across Dhaka and beyond more times than she can comfortably count. Her husband works outside
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