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2 January 2026, 12:21 PM
Diplomacy
‘We have become orphans’
1 January 2026, 13:24 PM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
Tarique Rahman thanks all concerned for dignified farewell of Khaleda Zia
1 January 2026, 03:55 AM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
Hasina can’t evade responsibility for Khaleda Zia’s death: Nazrul
31 December 2025, 16:10 PM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
Diplomats from 32 countries to attend Khaleda Zia’s janaza
31 December 2025, 07:54 AM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
South Asian officials attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral
31 December 2025, 07:34 AM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
Ocean of mourners gather to pay tribute to Khaleda Zia
31 December 2025, 05:50 AM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
Bangladesh observing state mourning over Khaleda Zia’s death
31 December 2025, 04:08 AM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
Khaleda Zia laid to eternal rest
31 December 2025, 03:34 AM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
DMP announces traffic diversions, restrictions for Khaleda Zia’s janaza
30 December 2025, 14:50 PM
Passing of Khaleda Zia
India's top five web-series of 2022
The year 2022 is on the verge of ending and this year gave us many entertaining shows especially on OTT. IMDb released a list of the top Indian online shows in 2022.
28 December 2022, 03:00 AM
Metro Rail: Construction materials of nearly 12 local firms used
Around a dozen local companies supplied materials such as rods, steel products and cement for the construction of the country’s first metro rail, signifying that products made in the country are achieving international standards.
28 December 2022, 02:30 AM
'Metro rail project implemented with efforts of countless people'
The country is waiting for the inauguration of the first Metro rail service in Bangladesh.
28 December 2022, 02:16 AM
Metro moment is finally here
Bangladesh enters a new era in communication today with the launch of its first metro rail, promising fast, reliable, and safe commute in a traffic-choked Dhaka.
28 December 2022, 01:15 AM
Bangladesh ushers in a new era of commuting
Bangladesh is all set to step into a new era of commuting with a new mode of public transport that has never been seen before -- the electricity-powered metro rail of Dhaka.
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
“A comprehensive and well-planned metro network will help to improve mobility and access to transportation”
The Daily Star (TDS): Will the Dhaka Metro Rail bring a significant, qualitative change to the city’s traffic system?
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
“The project as a whole is quite sound technically”
The Daily Star (TDS): The MRT service is expected to save city dwellers from the menace of traffic congestion, improving the overall traffic situation of the city. How do you perceive the project’s impact?
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
Metro rail ensures ease of access for people with disabilities
Dhaka City’s horizon’s latest addition is the Metro Rail. Not only the modernization of the city’s infrastructure system, it also gives a clear message - we are proceeding to development as one of the most advanced cities that shows respect to its citizens.
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
“Metro Rail will bring about a significant social transformation in Dhaka”
Bangladesh’s much-anticipated Metro Rail project will be launched today. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has provided approximately 60% of the Tk 33,472 crore funding and technical assistance for the MRT Line-6.
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
“If we cannot keep the targeted population near metro rail then number of riders may fall”
The Daily Star (TDS): What changes will the MRT-6 bring to urban living experience?
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
Metro Rail: A catalyst for local business growth
When construction of the metro rail from Uttara to Agargaon began in the capital five years ago, the word ‘hardship’ became synonymous with the residents of Mirpur and the surrounding areas.
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
MRT Line-6: Twist and turns
The long-awaited metro rail project is finally becoming a reality as the country’s first overhead electric train will be launched today, bringing with it excitement and also its share of challenges.
27 December 2022, 18:00 PM
President, PM greet everyone involved in implementation of metro rail
President M Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today greeted everyone who was involved in the implementation of the country's first-ever elevated metro rail as the service is set to be inaugurated tomorrow.
27 December 2022, 16:36 PM
Metro rail fare too high in comparison to others, says BNP
BNP today denounced the fare structure of the Dhaka metro rail, saying it is much higher than that of metro rails in neighbouring countries, including India and Pakistan.
27 December 2022, 16:20 PM
Metro rail dos and don'ts
Here is all that you need to know about what to do and what not to at the metro rail stations and carriages.
27 December 2022, 15:58 PM
4 BNP leaders invited to join metro rail opening
Four BNP leaders have been invited to attend the inaugural function of the metro rail service scheduled to be held at Diabari tomorrow morning.
27 December 2022, 14:58 PM
What is the fare for a metro rail trip?
The Uttara-Agargaon section of the country’s first metro rail will be inaugurated tomorrow.
27 December 2022, 14:52 PM
Metro rail: BRTC to provide shuttle service from Thursday
Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation will be offering shuttle service to metro rail passengers from Thursday, which is when the country's first metro rail will be opened to public.
27 December 2022, 14:35 PM
The unsung heroes behind Metro Rail
In this Star Special, we are highlighting the stories of the unsung heroes -- the construction workers of the country’s first Metro Rail.
27 December 2022, 14:31 PM
Will we get mobile network connectivity inside the metro rail?
There are growing concerns among citizens regarding smooth mobile network coverage inside the trains.
27 December 2022, 13:42 PM