Headline
Multilateralism in retreat: Will middle powers stand up to bullying?
As institutional protections weaken, vulnerability grows. Align too closely and autonomy erodes. Resist alone and retaliation becomes costly. This is precisely why the defense of multilateralism cannot remain a Western
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10 professions likely to see pay rise in 2026
In 2026, salaries in 10 specific professions are expected to grow the fastest in the global market, US-based magazine Forbes reports citing study carried out by research firm Resume Genius.
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Magnitude 4.1 earthquake hits Bangladesh-India border in Satkhira
There have been no immediate reports of structural damage or casualties.
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Fake ‘haha’ reactions attack political opponents ahead of elections
Investigation uncovers bot market selling phony engagements, followers across the political spectrum.
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Bangla yet to be established: discussion
Writers, academics and poets on Monday said that although people sacrificed their lives for Bengali language in the 1952 language movement, still they failed to establish it at every level
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Publishers want Ekushey book fair rescheduled
A group of publishers on Monday urged authorities to reschedule the Amar Ekushey book fair 2026, requesting a decision by February 5 to postpone the event until after Eid-ul-Fitr to
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Bangladesh
Man killed after being hit by speeding pickup in Ramna
Ramna police seize vehicle, detain driver at scene
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BGB recovers cache of explosives, weapons at Moulvibazar border
'Recovery comes at a critical time ahead of election,' says BGB commander
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Govt to sell milk, eggs and meat at affordable prices during Ramadan
The government will sell milk, eggs, beef and dressed broiler meat at subsidised prices during the month of Ramadan to ensure that the general public can easily meet their demand
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Sarwar Alamgir, Aslam Chowdhury cleared to contest Chittagong polls, results publication stayed
The Appellate Division on Tuesday ruled that BNP candidates Sarwar Alamgir and Aslam Chowdhury may contest the upcoming elections from the Chittagong-2 and Chittagong-4 constituencies respectively. However, the court ordered
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Fragmented, decontextualised videos on religiously sensitive issues spreading misinformation
In the run-up to the 13th national parliamentary election, fragmented video clips of political leaders and activists are being circulated on social media in ways that misleadingly frame their remarks
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BNP questions neutrality of 16 election observer organisations
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Tuesday expressed concern over the Election Commission’s approval of 34,442 local election observers from just 16 organisations, alleging that individuals holding top leadership positions in
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Mild earthquake jolts parts of Bangladesh
A mild earthquake shook Satkhira district and adjacent areas on Tuesday.
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International
Iran president confirms talks with US after Trump’s threats
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed on Tuesday that he had ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, after his counterpart Donald Trump threatened “bad things” if no
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Jeffrey Epstein's ties to politicians, business titans and other figures
Justice Department files expose Epstein’s ties to global elites, sparking scrutiny over politics, finance, and academia
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Trump says seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard
Critics have called it a pressure campaign by the administration on liberal universities
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Trump cuts India tariffs, says Modi will stop buying Russian oil
Tariff on Indian goods to be cut to 18%, he says
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WHO chief says turmoil creates chance for reset
Says 2025 was one of the most difficult years in the organisation’s history
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Iran arrests four foreigners for ‘participation in riots’: state TV
Accuses Israel and the US of having had a hand in riots
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Technology
Polytechnic students block Tejgaon over inclusion of BSc graduates in sub‑assistant engineer posts
Traffic halted at Satrasta as demonstrators demand withdrawal of proposal
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Sophos launches new tool for remote workers
Sophos has recently launched a new security product aimed at protecting hybrid and remote work environments.
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Adobe Animate to be discontinued
Adobe has recently announced that it will discontinue its 2D animation software, Adobe Animate.
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Palmpay receives BB approval for smartphone financing pilot
Palmpay, a multinational fintech company offering digital payments and lending services in emerging markets, has received approval from Bangladesh Bank to run a one-year pilot programme financing the purchase of
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Sport
‘The hard work starts now because they have set the standard’
David Hemp, the batting coach during the Tigresses’ successful campaign in Nepal, shared his thoughts on the team’s performance in a conversation with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan on
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Infantino supports lifting ban on Russia
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said he wants Russia's four-year ban from international tournaments lifted because it had "achieved nothing".
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Former France striker Benzema switches Saudi clubs
French striker Karim Benzema, who fell out with his club Al-Ittihad, has joined another Saudi club, Al-Hilal, the current league leaders, where he has signed an 18 month contract, the
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From Mustafizur’s IPL removal to global cricket turmoil: What next?
The spark that lit this wildfire wasn’t a war, a border clash, or even a match. It was the quiet exclusion of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from an Indian Premier
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Will Taskin retain A-plus status?
There have been suggestions that the A-plus category may be scrapped altogether, but BCB officials have clarified that the category will remain.
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BFL mid-term window sees surge in foreign signings
Across the window, seven clubs completed 49 new signings
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আলোচিত
দেশের ৪টি বেসরকারি কলেজের নাম পরিবর্তন
নাম পরিবর্তিত হওয়া কলেজগুলো হলো–ঢাকার মিরপুরের ‘পল্লবী মহিলা ডিগ্রি কলেজ’–এর নতুন নাম রাখা হয়েছে ‘শহীদ জিয়া মহিলা কলেজ’। টাঙ্গাইলের ‘বাসাইল ডিগ্রি কলেজ’–এর নাম পরিবর্তন করে ‘বাসাইল এমদাদ হামিদা কলেজ’ করা
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জামায়াত ব্যবহার করতে চেয়েছিল
ইসলামী আন্দোলন বাংলাদেশের আমির ও পীর চরমোনাই মুফতি সৈয়দ মুহাম্মদ রেজাউল করীম বলেছেন, জামায়াতে ইসলামী আমাদের ব্যবহার করতে চেয়েছিল।
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গণভোট ও জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচন
আসন্ন গণভোট ও ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচনে রাজধানী ঢাকায় ভোটকেন্দ্রের সংখ্যা ২১২৯টি। এসব কেন্দ্রের মধ্যে ঝুঁকিপূর্ণ (পুলিশের তালিকায় গুরুত্বপূর্ণ) কেন্দ্রের সংখ্যা ১৬১৪টি। বাকিগুলোকে সাধারণ কেন্দ্র
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মুস্তাফিজকে বাদ দেওয়া দুঃখজনক
আইপিএলে মুস্তাফিজুর রহমানকে উচ্চমূল্যে দলে নিয়েছিল কলকাতা নাইট রাইডার্স। তবে উগ্রবাদীদের প্রতিবাদের মুখে তাকে দল থেকে বাদ দেয় ফ্র্যাঞ্চাইজি দলটি।
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Politics
BNP demands public apology from Jamaat chief
Bangladesh Nationalist Party standing committee member Selima Rahman on Monday condemned the comments on women made by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami amir Shafiqur Rahman...
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Business
Salehuddin: Interim govt to leave Bangladesh’s economy in a satisfactory position
Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Wednesday said the interim government would leave Bangladesh’s economy in a “satisfactory and stable” position for the next elected government. “I believe we’re leaving
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Vessel movement at Chattogram port halted as workers escalate strike
The stalemate widened as protesting workers blocked pilot operations, bringing vessel movement through Karnaphuli to a halt
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5pc source tax on savings certificates up to Tk 500,000: NBR
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has clarified that the source tax on profit from savings certificates up to Tk 500,000 should be 5 per cent, not 10 per cent.
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Editorial
Better care for ovarian cancer is possible, and long overdue
Bangladesh has made notable progress in public health over the past decades.
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Green funds must prioritise SMEs
Let no political influence, bureaucratic barriers undermine our green transition
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Election legitimacy and the absence of Awami League
Apart from Bangladeshis’ understandable preoccupation right now with the question of who will win the election—BNP or Jamaat-e-Islami—there are two further common points of contention that people are asking about
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As SAARC remains dormant, South Asia must look elsewhere
In this part of the world, we often maintain appearances while the foundation rots. The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) faces a similar fate.
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A tough fiscal test awaits the next government
In the run-up to the national election, political parties in Bangladesh are making an array of commitments to voters, such as job creation for the youth, increased allocation for health
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Entertainment
Was a third party involved in Pori Moni's separation from Razz?
Pori Moni appeared on an interview programme, where she spoke about her separation from Razz, the breakdown of their marriage and her personal life.
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Trump attacks Grammys, threatens legal action against Trevor Noah over Epstein remarks
Trump’s anger centred on Noah’s opening monologue. Before announcing Song of the Year, the comedian joked that the award was coveted “almost as much as Trump wants Greenland,” adding that
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Ranveer Singh unveils intense first look in ‘Dhurandhar 2’
Actor Ranveer Singh has officially kicked off promotions for the sequel to his blockbuster spy thriller “Dhurandhar”. On Tuesday morning, the actor revealed the first-look poster of the film and
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Preserving what flows: Dhanmondi Lake at the Goethe-Institut
Dhanmondi Lake began as part of a natural water system before being reshaped through planning decisions that accompanied the growth of the neighbourhood. Over the decades, it has absorbed new
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