This is a unique opportunity for me; in fact, it is a special occasion because my daughter is also among you.

The atmosphere in and around the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Purbachal was buzzing with youthful energy, proud smiles, and a palpable sense of accomplishment yesterday as 2,375 O- and A-level students received well-earned recognition for their academic excellence.

Cargo ships put to sea half empty, fluctuating freight rates and possible shipping route changes are some of the recent adjustments industry specialists have noted.

From making cars and planes more fuel-efficient to pioneering sustainable solutions for everyday products, SABIC has redefined what’s possible in the petrochemical industry. With its roots firmly planted in Saudi Arabia, the company has grown into a global leader, shaping industries and driving innovation across multiple sectors.

The deposed Hasina government’s toxic politics, which stigmatised their opponents as ‘Islamists’ (meaning terrorists and anti-liberation forces) and projected their loyalists as ‘Chetonabadis’ (pro-liberation forces), ended up dividing the people of Bangladesh into two distinct groups – the ‘Islamists’ and the ‘Chetonabadis’, also known, wrongly, as ‘Secularists’.

Bimal Biswas—veteran politician and noted writer—played an active role in several battles against the Pakistani junta during the 1971 Liberation War, particularly in the Jessore, Narail, and Khulna regions. In this exclusive interview with The Daily Star, he recounts his wartime experiences and sheds light on the inner workings of his party, the EPCP (M-L).

I stood beneath the January sun, locking eyes with a Birangona woman on a balcony above me. Her warm smile steadied my trembling heart. Inside, 21 Birangona women awaited us at Sirajganj Uttaran Mohila Sangstha. I was finally here. The year was 2010.

With the much vaunted and long awaited talks between the President and Mujib still in progress, it is no time to speculate about their likely outcome.

The legacy of 1971 is, thus, not just about the past; it resonates powerfully in the present, particularly in the context of the Rohingya refugee crisis.

Mixed reactions came from different quarters

Berger to democratise quality interior design

Rajshahi, known by many names—The Clean City, The City of Mangoes, The City of Silk, and The City of Education—has a rich history as an administrative center.

Motijheel, once a thriving commercial hub in Dhaka, has recently lost its prominence as businesses increasingly shift towards Gulshan and Banani.

Over the past decade, flat prices in Dhanmondi have surged due to increasing demand, scarcity of land, and growing commercial interest.

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current state of living spaces in Dhaka?

The movement of architectural motifs does not merely result in an assemblage of pre-existing forms; rather, it often establishes a new spatial order through their interplay, sometimes even symbolically appropriating land.

Proper paperwork before purchasing a property is crucial, as buyers often struggle to manage it effectively—especially when verifying the authenticity of land and apartment deeds provided by realtors.

Welcome to the latest issue of Your Property Guru, brought to you by The Daily Star. In this quarterly edition, we are excited to explore the emerging trends shaping Bangladesh’s real estate sector, equipping you with valuable insights to navigate this dynamic and ever-evolving market.

In commercial spaces, whether it is a bustling office building, a high-traffic shopping mall, car parking or a stylish retail showroom, the right tiling plays a crucial role in both aesthetic appeal and practical performance.

The traditional production of clay-burned red bricks is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Bangladesh, leading to the annual loss of 1% of the country’s agricultural land.