Heavy to moderate rainfall has lashed Bangladesh’s northeastern region over the past 24 hours, pushing water levels above danger marks at eight points across seven rivers in three haor districts. According to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre, data recorded at 9:00am on Monday shows significant rainfall, including 74 mm in Netrokona’s Jariajanjail and Habiganj ...more

Bangladesh experienced 75% above-normal rainfall in April due to multiple western depressions, significantly increasing flood risks in northeastern haor regions. Meteorologists say the unusually prolonged rainfall lasting 8 to 10 days instead of the typical 2 to 4 was driven by intensified weather systems following a long dry spell.According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, rain ...more

From a modest dream to a widespread movement, De-Chut Bhraman Sangha, one of the country's most prominent travel organizations, stepped into its 33rd year on May 1st. The milestone was celebrated with a festive cake-cutting ceremony held at the Buriganga Riverview in Sadarghat, the heart of the capital.A Journey That Began in 1993Founded on May 1, 1993, ...more

State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief, Asadul Habib Dulu, has announced that 23 multi-purpose flood shelters will be constructed in Lalmonirhat.He made the announcement while laying the foundation stone for a flood shelter and primary school building at Itapota Government Primary School in Lalmonirhat Sadar Upazila. The project is being implemented by the Local ...more

As the world marches toward a population of 9 billion by 2050, the pressure on global food systems continues to intensify. Rising demand, shrinking natural resources, and the accelerating impact of climate change are converging to threaten food production like never before. For countries such as Bangladesh-highly vulnerable to climate shocks and heavily reliant on ...more

Amid an increasingly turbulent global environment and mounting domestic challenges, Bangladesh’s economy is showing signs of deep distress, driven by falling investments and a cloud of political uncertainty. This was the central message of the 30th Annual Council of the International Chamber of Commerce, Bangladesh (ICCB), held recently in Dhaka. Chaired by Mahbubur Rahman, President of ...more

Even after more than 3 months of the interim government, the indecision surrounding 257 new development projects is not ending. The Awami League government had prioritized these projects for seeking foreign loans in the current fiscal year. But the Planning Ministry or the Planning Commission has not yet received any specific instructions on what this ...more

(Part- 1)Akhlima Begum. Age 62. Lives in Karail Basti. He lived in this slum for more than three ages. He has seen many things in between. Home is Khalifakandi of Chandpur. River erosion is a memory of his past, but still alive. When he asked, he started to say it.Married to Nawab Ali. He is ...more

At least 10 people died and 2.38 lakh people were affected as flood submerged vast areas in Sherpur, Mymensingh and Netrakona districts.Among them, eight people died in Sherpur district and two in Mymensingh. Eight of the deceased were men and two women.Disaster Management and Relief Ministry additional secretary K M Ali Reza disclosed the information ...more

The water level of rivers in Dhaka, Barishal and Khulna divisions may increase over 24 hours from 9:00am today, according to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC).However, the water of all major rivers of the country is currently flowing below the danger level."Water levels of rivers in Dhaka, Barishal and Khulna divisions are increasing. ...more