Former Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal is “doing very well” in his recovery from a heart attack following a stent procedure, doctors have said. Tamim Iqbal was transferred to Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on March 25, a day after surviving a major heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League match at the BKSP in Savar. … Read more
Stroke: a major public health challenge in Bangladesh Coronary artery disease, stroke, and chronic respiratory disease is responsible for 62% of adult male deaths and 60% of adult female deaths according to available data. Reasons for the High Stroke Mortality Rate Multiple reasons explain the extremely high incidence and stroke death rates in Bangladesh: Environment and Healthcare Infrastructure: The healthcare … Read more
Finally, ending the speculation, a new party has emerged in Bangladeshi politics. The party was launched on February 28 at Manik Mia Avenue in the capital on the initiative of students and young leaders who led the student uprising. The party’s convener Nahid Islam read out the manifesto in the presence of representatives of various … Read more
Pakistani singer Aima Baig is coming to Bangladesh to perform for the first time. The singer will perform on April 12 at the `One True Sound Grand’ concert, which will be held at the Sena Malancha in Dhaka. Yamaha Music Bangladesh organized the concert. Yamaha Music Senior Executive Al Shahriar said, “We regularly organise concerts … Read more
After the change in the political situation in the country, pro-Awami showbiz stars have come under a lot of pressure. After acting in the movie ‘Mujib: Ekti Jatir Ropakar’, some artists have had to face a lot of criticism. One of them is Nusrat Faria. Faria opened for the first time about the criticism she … Read more
After the death of Emperor Aurangzeb in the 18th century, the foundations of the Mughal Empire were shaken to the core by power struggles and political strife. A major change was achieved in the political scene of many regions including Bengal. As part of this, independent Nawabi rule was established in the Subah of Bengal. … Read more
Pop singer Mila Islam has made a comeback to playback singing after seven years, lending her voice to a track in Sanjay Samaddar’s upcoming film `Insaf’. Shouquat Ali Imon composed and directed the track. The song `Prem Pukure Barshi Phele Anbore Dhor’ is written by Sudip Kumar. Mila is overly excited to be back to … Read more
UEFA opened an investigation into four Real Madrid stars including Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior on Thursday for alleged “indecent conduct” during their Champions League last sixteen win over Atletico Madrid. Madrid’s two superstar forwards, as well as defender Antonio Rudiger and midfielder Dani Ceballos, face potential punishment ahead of their quarter-final first leg clash … Read more
Bangladesh stars Litton Das and Rishad Hossain have been granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for the entire season of the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) while speedster Nahid Rana has been granted partial NOC. Rana informed The Daily Star that he has received the NOC to play in the PSL after the first Test against … Read more
Actor Jaya Ahsan received another Filmfare Award in India on March 17 at the ‘Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards 2025’. The ceremony was held at the JW Marriott Hotel in Kolkata. Popular stars of Indian Bengali cinema graced the event. This award ceremony was organized in Kolkata for the first time. Many stars were honoured … Read more
Urgent call for action A critical side event titled “Human Rights Violations and Rise of Islamic Extremism in Bangladesh” was held during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council, drawing urgent attention to the escalating crisis in Bangladesh. The event, organised by TACUDU – Tumuku Development & Cultural Union and Forum For Secular … Read more
Eid-ul-Fitr is a time for celebration, happiness, and community. Additionally, it is an opportunity to dress up in lively, fashionable attire that captures the essence of the festivities. With gorgeous ensembles that combine tradition and modern elegance, fashion takes center stage as family and friends come together to celebrate the end of Ramadan. Eid Preparations … Read more
In August 2025, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh, besieged by massive protests from university students, resigned and fled to India. Opponents of the government’s employment quota system sparked a nationwide call to reform the practice, which led to the nation’s “second independence.” The term “second independence” indicates that the population sees the ouster of Hasina’s regime as … Read more
Understanding the Roots and Exploring Prevention Strategies Reports indicate that child trafficking in Bangladesh claims the lives of hundreds of children every year. The HRW REDA states that the illegal recruitment, transportation, and exploitation of minors for various purposes, including forced labour, sexual exploitation, and illicit adoption, are considered heinous crimes. Despite the nation’s progress … Read more
Most sections of the media welcomed the arrival of new party and fresh faces like the Jatiya Nagorik Party, but some experts have raised cautious voices, pointing to the challenges that lay ahead. Launched by the same “student-led movement” that had spearheaded the protests toppling Sheikh Hasina, the NCP is the National Citizens’ Party (Jatiya Nagorik Party). … Read more
A Tale of Love, Sacrifice, and Regret In between balancing a family and an impressive career, CineBuzz is exploring familial love, duty, and often invisible sacrifices in their latest film, Bridha Ashram. A deeply moving tale about the fraught dynamics between a mother and the teenage son she is unable to connect with, this addresses the plight … Read more
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that it has retained the services of former West Indies batter Phil Simmons as their head coach until the ICC ODI World Cup in October-November 2027. Simmons, who had been under contract with the BCB up to the end of the ICC Champions Trophy recently held in Pakistan … Read more
A movie called ‘Force’ is going to be made. In which Pakistani and Indian artists will be there along with the country’s artists. This movie is going to be directed by Asif Iqbal Jewel. He said that the shooting of the film will begin in April and will be released on the upcoming Eid al-Adha. … Read more
Although divorce has gradually become normalised in many parts of the world, it continues to carry significant social stigma, particularly within traditional communities such as the Bengali community. In Bangladesh and among Bengali diaspora communities, divorced women often face stigmatization as disruptors of the family unit. This article will examine how divorced women are treated in … Read more
