Mintu Deshwara

Despite a nationwide ban, use of polythene bags continues to increase in all over Moulvibazar including in rural areas.

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.

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

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.

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.

Around 250 acres of Lawachhara National Park remain occupied

Along Motiganj village under Sreemangal upazila of Moulvibazar, there is a narrow channel that somewhat resembles a canal.

Md Abu Zahir, a former Awami League lawmaker, gained notoriety for orchestrating an extensive network of land grabbing and extortion throughout Habiganj

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

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

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.

There are 12 tea plantations in Bangladesh owned by NTC, employing 11,286 workers

The Manu river in Moulvibazar is facing severe pollution as various types of waste, including household garbage, are routinely dumped along its banks.

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

The decline began with an infestation of white insects that drew moisture from the roots, making the trees vulnerable to further damage by termites

Illegal cutting and theft of teak (shegun) trees continue in the Motijheel area of Moulvibazar's Juri upazila, causing concern among locals who feel that authorities are not taking enough action in this regard

Tea production in Bangladesh will likely decline this year due to adverse weather, namely sporadic bursts of rain and subsequent flooding, according to market players.

Influential quarters have continued constructing an illegal market by occupying a portion of land owned by the Roads and Highways Department (RHD) in Habiganj town.

Tea worker Anima Bauri’s family consists of eight members, all dependent on her for their livelihood.

'I've gone without wages for the last six weeks. Each day is a challenge, as we survive on just water, salt, and rice'