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The Mecca Pact: Deterrence, Israel, and the new Gulf security equation
The Mecca Pact signals a shifting Gulf security order, with Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan recalibrating deterrence amid regional uncertainty.
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An anti-West network is emerging: How should Bangladesh respond?
As global powers build parallel networks beyond Western influence, Bangladesh must navigate a fragmented order without surrendering strategic autonomy.
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Jashore man released after detention over PM cartoon
Police say Robiul removed the post after criticism from locals
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61-yr-old sent to jail over alleged rape of 9-yr-old in Mymensingh
Police say accused took the victim to a banana plantation and threatened her
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Chhatra Dal men 'assault' The Daily Star journalist in Jhenaidah
Jhenaidah Press Club president accused of threatening Sohag over news report
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Import liberalisation: the missing half of Bangladesh's export strategies
In 1991, when the BNP government assumed office following the restoration of parliamentary democracy, it marked a decisive shift in Bangladesh’s economic policy direction. Export-led growth emerged as the new
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Bangladesh
No enforced disappearances or extrajudicial killings in last 6 months: Home minister
Says new law provides for court access and maximum punishment of death for enforced disappearance
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Civil society calls for roadmap to safeguard human rights from climate impacts
Civil society organisations have called for a clear roadmap to protect human rights from the growing impacts of climate change in Bangladesh, stressing the need for stronger institutional coordination, systematic
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Kaptai dam’s 16 gates opened early to ease lake pressure
The Kaptai dam in Rangamati has been opened to ease pressure from rising water in the lake. All 16 gates were opened 6 inches each at 8:20pm on Saturday, releasing
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PM for global unity against enforced disappearance
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called for global unity and solidarity for holding trials of those involved in enforced disappearances. The PM made the call in a message on Saturday
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Decision on Mecca pact after reviewing situation: Law minister
The government will decide on the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement after evaluating the overall situation, Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman has said. He made the remarks on
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Sonargaon’s historic site ‘damaged’ during filming for Coke Studio Bangla
A heritage preservation group has alleged that Sonargaon’s historic Baro Sardar Bari was damaged during filming for “Coke Studio Bangla”. The Sonargaon History, Heritage and Archaeological Resources Preservation Committee demanded
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Boat race on the Sonai River
Three boats move forward to the beat of drums and the rhythmic strokes of oars wielded by rowers seated in rows
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International
China removes 2 generals from top military body
China on Friday removed two senior military officers from its supreme military command body, the state Central Military Commission, state-run Xinhua reported, following investigations over suspected serious violations of discipline
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Nepal-China flash floods: Race against time to find nearly 3,000 missing
Rescuers in Nepal and China were racing against time yesterday to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan
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Nepal's flood damage may cost up to a tenth of economy to rebuild
Nepal rebuild bill after floods seen at $4-$5 billion
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US military families ride 'roller coaster of emotions' over six months of Iran war
Since the United States went to war with Iran six months ago, Courtney Sanders has been helping soldiers’ families fill the gaps left by their loved ones. There are school
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Nepal floods leave trail of destruction, aid challenge
The Nepal Electricity Authority said 11 hydropower stations and one solar power station had stopped operating, with a combined capacity of 431.1 megawatts
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Nepal says post-flood reconstruction could total 'billions of dollars'
'The reconstruction and rehabilitation would entail perhaps billions of dollars,' says Nepali FM
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Technology
Surprise Iron Man game footage leaks; EA confirms
EA Motive have acknowledged leaked footage from the long-awaited Marvel’s Iron Man game, confirming the authenticity of an unfinished video that has offered players an unexpected early look at the
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Anthropic research shows AI agents are “self-improving” without human guidance
Anthropic researchers have demonstrated an automated system capable of developing techniques to reduce problematic behaviour in artificial intelligence models.
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Tim Cook thanks Apple community as departure approaches
Apple chief executive Tim Cook has thanked customers and employees as he prepares to leave the company’s top job in September, bringing his 15-year tenure as CEO towards a close.
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Sport
Argentina lift Women’s Hockey World Cup title
Argentina were crowned Women’s Hockey World Cup winners on Saturday after defeating hosts and favourites the Netherlands 3-1 in a shootout following a 1-1 draw in the final.
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What to watch on TV today (29 Aug, 2026)
Get your TV guide for sporting events from around the world.
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Rafael Leao bids emotional farewell to Milan as Galatasaray beckon
Portugal winger Rafael Leao bid an emotional farewell to AC Milan amid reports he is close to joining Turkish side Galatasaray, saying the decision was difficult but that he would
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Mbappe worthy of Ballon d'Or: Mourinho
The France captain is among the contenders for the Ballon d'Or after finishing last season as the top scorer in La Liga, the Champions League and the 2026 World Cup,
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Snubbed for national team, Cuba Mitchell removes Bangladesh photos from Instagram
Cuba Mitchell has removed all Bangladesh-related photographs from his Instagram account amid growing uncertainty over his involvement with the national team.
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Miandad weeps as he calls for Imran Khan’s release
Pakistan cricket legend Javed Miandad has also spoken out in support of the release of jailed former prime minister and his longtime teammate Imran Khan. Calling Imran an honest man,
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আলোচিত
সোনারগাঁওয়ের গণঐক্যই ছিল ফ্যাসিবাদের বিরুদ্ধে রক্ষাকবচ: আল্লামা মামুনুল হক
বাংলাদেশ খেলাফত মজলিসের আমীর আল্লামা মামুনুল হক বলেছেন, ২০২১ সালের ৩ এপ্রিল সোনারগাঁওয়ের রয়েল রিসোর্টে তাকে ঘিরে সংঘটিত হামলা ও ষড়যন্ত্র ছিল পরিকল্পিত।
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Politics
No enforced disappearance in last 6 months - Says Salahuddin
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday said no one in the country has been subjected to enforced disappearance, extrajudicial killing or political persecution since the current government took office six months
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PM holds meeting with BNP leaders from Bogura
BNP Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday held a meeting with leaders of BNP’s Bogura district unit. The meeting was held in the evening at the BNP Chairman’s
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Enforced disappearance a brutal assault on human freedom: Rizvi
BNP acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has said enforced disappearance is not merely an act of making a person vanish but a brutal assault on human freedom, dignity, justice
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Hasnat regrets ‘misunderstanding’ over Brahmanbaria remarks
NCP leader says his remarks in parliament created a misunderstanding with the people of the district
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Business
Maersk Line keen to invest in Bangladesh's shipbuilding, ship recycling sectors
Maersk Line, one of the world's leading shipping and logistics companies, has signalled interest in direct investment in Bangladesh's shipbuilding industry. Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir also discussed the possibility
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Midland Bank partners with United Medical for healthcare benefits
Midland Bank PLC (MDB) signed an agreement with United Medical College Hospital to provide healthcare benefits and discounted medical services to the bank’s cardholders, employees and their dependents.
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Bank Asia offers auto loans to DHS buyers
Bank Asia PLC has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with DHS Motors Limited, an automobile company in Bangladesh, to offer convenient auto loan facilities to prospective buyers.
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Editorial
Will it create opportunities or obligations for Bangladesh?
For Muslims, Mecca is not just a city; it holds profound religious and symbolic significance. Thus, when Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, or the
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Bangladesh's tax conundrum: Why do reforms fail to bring change?
In Bangladesh, every budget sets an ambitious revenue target, and by the end of the year, it's the same story—the target hasn't been met. There are familiar explanations: tax evasion,
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Beyond the dark alleys, floating sex workers on their way to a new life
Caught in circumstances or becoming victims of compulsion, these women once had to get involved in sex work. Transcending the familiar boundaries of the life they had to accept due
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We need a better strategy to weather the fallout of US-Israel war on Iran
Vulnerabilities accentuated by the war require proper response
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The danger of melting Himalayan glaciers
Nepal has been devastated by catastrophic flash floods and mudslides, apparently triggered by the collapse of a massive glacier and avalanche. The collapse on Wednesday morning caused such a powerful
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Entertainment
After a three-year hiatus, ‘Theatrewala’ revives Patuakhali’s theatre scene
The theatre group Agun Mukha organised the performance with support from the District Shilpakala Academy. The play was staged in memory of noted late theatre personality and physician Fazlul Karim.
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Bapparaj set for big-screen comeback with ‘Gulshaner Chameli’
“Gulshaner Chameli” centres on the realities of the dark side of elite society.
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Words cannot describe the anguish I witnessed in Nepal: Apu Biswas
Actress Apu Biswas and the entire team of the film “Shikar” narrowly escaped a major disaster while shooting in Nepal. A devastating natural disaster struck the very mountainous route they
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Health
AI spots risk years ahead
A broken hip can change an older person’s life in seconds, taking away mobility, independence and, in some cases, survival. Now researchers in Sweden say information already sitting in health
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Too young for type 2? Not anymore
Type 2 diabetes, once considered an illness of middle age, is increasingly appearing much earlier in life. New US research offers a worrying glimpse of how quickly that picture is
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