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Rare kalij pheasant spotlighted in Satchhari

21 July 2026, 00:00 AM
A rare sighting of the endangered-looking kalij pheasant in Habiganj’s Satchhari National Park has renewed hopes for Bangladesh’s forest biodiversity, while conservationists warn that habitat loss and hunting continue to threaten the bird’s local population.
21 July 2026, 00:00 AM
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Landslides fear grips Moulvibazar residents

20 July 2026, 00:00 AM
For thousands of families living on the hills and hillocks of Moulvibazar, the monsoon brings fear instead of relief, as illegal hill-cutting continues to increase the risk of deadly landslides.
20 July 2026, 00:00 AM
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Floods damage 210km of roads in Moulvibazar, Habiganj

19 July 2026, 14:44 PM
LGED says erosion by rivers has disrupted communication; full extent of damage yet to be assessed
19 July 2026, 14:44 PM
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Flood recedes, leaves nothing behind: Habiganj and Moulvibazar families return to ruins

16 July 2026, 15:06 PM
More than 8,300 homes destroyed as embankment breach forces tens of thousands to rebuild from nothing
16 July 2026, 15:06 PM
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How illegal sand extraction led to Khowai embankment breach

16 July 2026, 10:29 AM
Officials file case against two over alleged lease violations as locals say repeated warnings about sand extraction went unheeded
16 July 2026, 10:29 AM
11 Visually Impaired Family Members Cut Off by Flood

Flood leaves two visually impaired families of 11 cut off in Moulvibazar

15 July 2026, 15:36 PM
Eleven members of two brothers' families remained isolated for days before relief finally reached them
15 July 2026, 15:36 PM
Habiganj flood news today

30,000 marooned in Habiganj as floods breach Khowai river embankment

10 July 2026, 13:50 PM
At least 1000 have been taken to makeshift centres
10 July 2026, 13:50 PM
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The fishing net that spares nothing

6 July 2026, 15:14 PM
Banned China Duari nets continue trapping fish, fry and eggs across Habiganj
6 July 2026, 15:14 PM
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Lalmia Bazar to Kundarpar: a road in ruins

The situation is particularly dire from Lalmia Bazar to the bridge over Sujani Canal, which locals have dubbed a "death trap"
6 January 2025, 14:20 PM
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Harmony Festival to be held in Sreemangal Jan 10-12

The festival aims to celebrate the rich heritage, communal unity and cultural diversity of the region to promote tourism.
6 January 2025, 12:55 PM
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Khowai river: Collapsed dam leaves locals in peril

The embankment of the Khowai River in the Jalalabad area of Sadar Upazila in Habiganj collapsed in June of last year, destroying crops, fish enclosures, and homes across a vast area. In August, flooding worsened the situation, causing erosion to expand by approximately 200 feet, transforming the site into a massive ditch.
3 January 2025, 21:19 PM
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Rewilding efforts: a milestone for tortoise conservation in Bangladesh

In a remarkable achievement for wildlife conservation, Bangladesh has taken a significant step towards protecting its critically endangered tortoise species
2 January 2025, 12:23 PM
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Health centres grapple with staff shortage

The Health and Family Welfare Centre in Chaumuhani Union under Madhabpur Upazila, Habiganj, has been facing a severe manpower shortage, making it unable to provide adequate health services to around 40,000 residents.
31 December 2024, 21:29 PM
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Habiganj union health centres grappling with staff shortages

Chaumohani Union Health and Family Welfare Centre in Habiganj’s Madhabpur upazila provides health services to nearly 40,000 people living in different villages under the union.
30 December 2024, 20:21 PM
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Polythene bag use in Moulvibazar rampant

Despite a nationwide ban, use of polythene bags continues to increase in all over Moulvibazar including in rural areas.
28 December 2024, 19:51 PM
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12 Govt Primary Schools: Expansion work stalled for 3 years

The expansion work of 12 government primary schools in Madhabpur upazila in Habiganj, under the Fourth Primary Education Development Project (PEDP 4), has been stalled for over three years now.
28 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Incomplete bridge approach road turns commute risky

The renovation and expansion work of the approach road of Shibpasha Bridge in Ajmeriganj upazila of Habiganj has remained incomplete well past its stipulated deadline
26 December 2024, 12:33 PM
Khasi Community Moulvibazar Betel Farmers Christmas 2024

Christmas brings no joy for Khasis

Christmas this year carries a shadow of uncertainty for the residents of South Dimai Punjee village, a local Khasi community in Moulvibazar’s Barlekha upazila.
24 December 2024, 20:02 PM
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A treasure under threat of encroachment

The Lawachhara National Park has long been the victim of continuous encroachment over the years. According to local environmentalists, approximately 250 acres of the park is currently occupied, mostly by various local influential figures.
14 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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A treasure under threat of encroachment

Around 250 acres of Lawachhara National Park remain occupied
14 December 2024, 16:27 PM
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Once it was a river!

Along Motiganj village under Sreemangal upazila of Moulvibazar, there is a narrow channel that somewhat resembles a canal.
5 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Zahir: A lawyer who terrorised Habiganj

Md Abu Zahir, a former Awami League lawmaker, gained notoriety for orchestrating an extensive network of land grabbing and extortion throughout Habiganj
4 December 2024, 18:16 PM
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Tea workers end strike as NTC agrees to pay arrears

For three months, 12,000 workers across NTC's 12 tea gardens have gone unpaid, leaving them struggling to afford basic necessities. Many have turned to low-wage, irregular jobs as daily work
3 December 2024, 13:53 PM
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Garo community rituals kick off as Wangala festival begins

The air is filled with the sound of drums, signalling the start of rehearsals for the festival that marks the Garo community’s New Year celebrations
30 November 2024, 15:00 PM
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Khasi people now will hold ‘Seng Kut Snem’

festival over financial hardships, the indigenous Khasi community in the greater Sylhet region yesterday said they will be celebrating their New Year celebration as usual, thanks to the government’s promise of full support.
22 November 2024, 20:06 PM
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10 weeks unpaid: Thousands of tea workers suffer severe hardship

There are 12 tea plantations in Bangladesh owned by NTC, employing 11,286 workers
22 November 2024, 08:00 AM
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A dumping zone called Manu river

The Manu river in Moulvibazar is facing severe pollution as various types of waste, including household garbage, are routinely dumped along its banks.
14 November 2024, 18:51 PM
Maharas Lila festival preparations going on in full swing

Preparations in full swing for Maha Raas Leela festival

The festival will take place on Friday, November 15, across different areas of the upazila, especially in Madhabpur and Adampur, where most Manipuri people live
12 November 2024, 15:03 PM

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