How droughts might change antibiotic resistance
11 April 2026, 14:18 PM
Drought may be accelerating the spread of antibiotic resistance through a largely overlooked pathway: the soil beneath our feet.
11 April 2026, 14:18 PM
From Apollo to Artemis: why is NASA doing a Moon mission in 2026
2 April 2026, 15:17 PM
NASA recently launched its Artemis II mission, marking the first crewed voyage beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972. The agency has described Artemis II as “the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years”.
2 April 2026, 15:17 PM
Meta launches 2 new prescription-friendly smart glasses
31 March 2026, 22:01 PM
Meta has introduced two new smart glasses designed for users who require prescription lenses on March 31.
31 March 2026, 22:01 PM
This website lets you track fuel price and availability real time
9 March 2026, 00:19 AM
A new website created by a Bangladeshi software developer is helping motorists track fuel prices and availability at filling stations across the country in real time, as fears of supply disruption have led to long queues at pumps.
9 March 2026, 00:19 AM
Note left by the former special assistant sets out recommendations for new ICT minister
8 March 2026, 16:58 PM
Before leaving office, Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, the former special assistant to the Chief Adviser in charge of Bangladesh’s ICT ministry, left behind a set of recommendations for the country’s new ICT minister, Fakir Mahbub Anam.
8 March 2026, 16:58 PM
Special committee formed to examine PayPal launch in Bangladesh
8 March 2026, 15:57 PM
The government has formed a special committee to examine what is needed to launch PayPal in Bangladesh, according to a gazette notification issued by the Prime Minister’s Office on 2 March.
8 March 2026, 15:57 PM
AI caricature trend: is it safe?
23 February 2026, 17:34 PM
A new social media trend encouraging users to generate AI-powered caricatures of themselves is spreading rapidly across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
23 February 2026, 17:34 PM
This morning, Dhaka belonged to the children
13 February 2026, 22:10 PM
Day after polls, Dhaka’s empty streets briefly transformed into cricket fields and football grounds
13 February 2026, 22:10 PM
Bangladesh has significant investment potential: experts
Bangladesh has significant potential for investment but poor infrastructure, lack of access to finance and regulatory hurdles in the country remain concerns, according to businesspeople at Bangladesh Startup Connect 2025.
7 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh Bank announces Tk 800 crore equity fund for startups
Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr Ahsan H. Mansur today announced two major funds to support the country’s startup ecosystem during the ongoing Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025.
7 April 2025, 09:41 AM
Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 kicks off
Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 has begun at Intercontinental Dhaka on April 7, 2025.
7 April 2025, 06:20 AM
US tariffs will not affect investments in Bangladesh: BIDA Chairman
The recently enacted decisions by the US government regarding tariffs will not affect the upcoming Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025, according to Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury.
6 April 2025, 11:54 AM
What to expect at the Bangladesh Investment Summit
The Bangladesh Investment Summit, set to take place from April 7 to 10 at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka, aims to strengthen investment opportunities in the country.
26 March 2025, 05:28 AM
Starlink to demonstrate internet service at Bangladesh Investment Summit
Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, is set to conduct a demonstration of its services at the upcoming Bangladesh Investment Summit, scheduled to take place from April 7 to April 10 in Dhaka.
23 March 2025, 10:32 AM
Reform commission suggests modern tech core for police force
The Bangladesh Police Reform Commission, in its January 2025 report, has outlined a series of measures aimed at modernising the country's law enforcement framework.
20 March 2025, 18:13 PM
The man who flew
On March 4, 2025, the sky over Jafarganj, near the banks of the Jamuna River, witnessed a remarkable feat—one that defied the expectations of an entire village. Amidst the cheers of an awestruck crowd, Julhas Molla, a 28-year-old electronic mechanic from Shaitgar Teota village in Shibalaya upazila, successfully flew an ultralight aircraft that he built with his own hands.
6 March 2025, 10:24 AM
Barriers to youth participation in politics and ways to overcome them
The youth have long been a driving force behind Bangladeshi political movements. From the language movement of 1952, liberation war of 1971, anti-authoritarian movement of 1990 which toppled the dictator Hussain Muhammad Ershad, and the recent July revolution of 2024 led to the fall of the dictator Sheikh Hasina, student-led mass movement, they have repeatedly proven their ability to stand up for justice, democracy, and change.
19 February 2025, 18:00 PM
State of freelancers in Bangladesh: Challenges, ways forward
In Bangladesh, a thriving freelance economy has emerged as a critical source of income for thousands of young professionals.
19 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh’s digital transformation roadmap draft: Key takeaways
Bangladesh’s ICT Division, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has released a draft version of the ‘National Digital Transformation Strategy’ on February 16, 2025.
18 February 2025, 11:02 AM
Oppo launches Reno 13 series in Bangladesh
Oppo has officially launched the Reno 13 (Stylised as Reno13) series in Bangladesh, introducing two new smartphones, the Reno 13 5G and Reno 13 F.
10 February 2025, 08:28 AM
Curtain closes for BUP Film Fest 2025
BUP Film Club, one of the leading clubs of Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP), concluded the “BUP Film Fest 2025” on February 2 at the university’s campus.
3 February 2025, 09:28 AM
Will DeepSeek become a major competitor to OpenAI?
The competition in the world of artificial intelligence, or AI, is getting more intense day by day. Along with powerful models like OpenAI's ChatGPT, China's DeepSeeK AI is also gaining popularity. How is this new AI startup surprising the whole world? Let's find out in today's Star Explains.
1 February 2025, 09:05 AM
What is DeepSeek, and why is Nvidia losing billions because of it?
In the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI), a new player has emerged, shaking up the industry and unsettling the balance of power in global tech. DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, is generating considerable buzz for its cost-effective innovation and potential to rival leading Western companies like OpenAI and Anthropic.
27 January 2025, 19:51 PM
UMIDIGI officially launches 4 smartphones in Bangladesh
UMIDIGI, a Chinese electronics manufacturer, has officially entered the Bangladeshi market by introducing four smartphone models at Capital’s Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort on 26 January.
27 January 2025, 01:45 AM
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra feels better in hand than S24 Ultra
Samsung has recently unveiled its S25 lineup at the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event on 23 January 2025. We had the exclusive opportunity to use the Galaxy S25 Ultra for a short time, and here are our initial thoughts:
24 January 2025, 14:39 PM
Samsung unveils Galaxy S25 series with advanced AI integration
At the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event, Samsung introduced its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S25 series, which includes the S25 Ultra, S25+, and S25 models.
22 January 2025, 20:24 PM
Donald Trump wants to put astronauts on Mars
Donald Trump, the newly sworn-in 47th President of the United States, stated that he wants to put American astronauts on Mars, during his inauguration speech at the Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
20 January 2025, 18:21 PM
Reimagining Dhaka’s parks: Rasulbagh shows the way
Tucked into the narrow confusing lanes of Lalbagh is Rasulbagh Children’s Park -- a rare slice of serenity in a city that often forgets to breathe.
17 January 2025, 18:00 PM