The Daily Star, established on January 14, 1991, has proudly positioned itself as a truly independent newspaper in Bangladesh. It emerged during a crucial period of transition, with the fall of an autocratic regime, marking the beginning of a new era towards establishing a democratic system of government. Over the past 23 years, The Daily Star has shouldered the responsibility of strengthening public opinion on the functioning and sustainability of a democratic system.

What sets The Daily Star apart is its non-partisan position and freedom from political party influence. It takes a neutral stance in conflicts between good and evil, justice and injustice. The newspaper objectively reports events without fear or favor, earning respect from those in power and the opposition.

The values upheld by The Daily Star include the promotion of the rule of law, human rights, gender equality, press freedom, transparency, and accountability in administration and trade. The newspaper diligently fulfills its social responsibilities by organizing roundtables, seminars, and discussions and working closely with civil society. With a Board of Directors overseeing income and investment, The Daily Star's policymaking is entrusted to the Editor, who leads the news, reporting, and editorial units.

The editorial board, consisting of the associate editor and assistant editors, produces editorials under the Editor's guidance. The management is headed by the Managing Editor, along with key individuals responsible for finance, circulation, advertisements, and reporting. The Daily Star is committed to serving the nation and upholding its norms and values, regularly featuring news reports, special reports, human-interest stories, features, articles, and essays.

The newspaper also organizes debates and competitions to promote young talents. With utmost sincerity and accountability, The Daily Star strives to ensure human rights, gender equality, and the interests of the nation