Fearing torture and harassment allegedly by forest officials, around 187 Bangladeshi indigenous men, women and children of five villages under Kalenga Reserve Forest in Habiganj tried to cross into India on Saturday early morning.

Wondering the when, how and where of the Metro rail project? Watch to find answers to all your questions about this ambitious project which is expected to provide a safe, fast, affordable and modern means of transportation.

Situated in one of the alleys of Armanitola, the Star Mosque (Tara Masjid in Bengali) is one of the most beautiful Mughal era mosques in Bangladesh.

“So what's your real name?” “They call me Mama! Even my wife and kids, and I love it that way!” answered Mama of the legendary Mama Halim with a proud smile on his face.

Any resident of Dhaka knows how difficult it can be to find suitable accommodation. Elsewhere in the country the situation might not be quite as unfavourable but locating a home is never easy, and not only for humans.

Bangladesh has opened up a new chapter in regional cooperation and business as India begins its first transhipment of goods from last week.

The approach of the monsoon brings the mango season into full swing; and the mangoes arrive with their own vocabulary of familiar

Eid is almost always synonymous to wearing new outfits, donning the latest jewelry, buying the trendiest shoes, bags and what not!

In Bangladesh, people affected with dwarfism are often mocked and the disability is considered limitation and the affected are treated as burden. But this is not one of those stories.

We have split Dhaka into two. The old has its unique charm reflecting the rich history and traditions of our city. And there is

Once known as the City of Courage, Bikrampur -- now called Munshiganj -- holds a history of more than 2,500 years. And if you are planning a day-trip to visit a few heritage sites close to Dhaka, then make a trip to Tongibari, a part of the-then Bikrampur capital of Bengal. We managed to visit only three out of the dozens of heritage sites there.

Every Ramadan, with the publication of Star Eid Celebrations, we bring to you the yearly dose of a fashion extravaganza that showcases the newest trends. This season marks the addition of a new segment, Star Lifestyle Plus, dedicated to your exclusive Ramadan needs.

With hills and trees on both sides, the view of the Karnaphuli from Rangunia upazila's Lichu Bagan Mason Ghat is breathtaking. But that's where the good things end.

India launches ‘Eid Visa Camp’, the first of its kind, to ease Bangladeshi national’s travel to the country during the Eid holidays.

Legendary artist Sheikh Mohammad Sultan, popularly known as S M Sultan, is considered one of the greatest painters in the sub-continent. He was born on 10th August, 1923 in a poor family living in Masimdia village, beside the river Chitra, under Narail district.

It sounds funny but true. Prices of some food items essential for survival have risen in real terms more than that of tobacco, which kills people.

Is it possible to stay in a hotel in Dhaka for one night for just 30 taka? You may think it’s impossible, but there are at least four hotels in the city that offers you such a low rate.

Bumper boro rice production should make farmers happy. But farmers in Lalmonirhat are unable to smile because they are compelled to sell their paddy at a price much lower than the production cost.

As Cyclone Roanu makes landfall in Bangladesh’s coastal areas, many people have captured the moment and shared them in social media.

Six days after his humiliation by a mob, Shyamal Kanti Bhakta is reinstated as the headmaster of a Narayanganj school.