Commuters bear the brunt of Rajshahi rail blockade by BCS candidates
Demonstrators demand more preparation time before the written test
23 November 2025, 15:07 PM
Barnoi turns toxic as untreated waste pours in
Once a lifeline for locals, the Barnoi river has turned into a narrow channel overwhelmed by pollution from toxic, untreated wastes flowing into it from drains across Rajshahi city..Rajshahi City Corporation (RCC) has allegedly been disposing of the city’s waste from its 488.59-kilometre d
14 November 2025, 21:40 PM
Ritwik Ghatak at 100: Rajshahi home lies in ruins
Once a proud ancestral residence, the Rajshahi home of legendary filmmaker Ritwik Kumar Ghatak now stands in ruins—its walls weathered, rooms overrun by wild growth, and memories fading into dust. Tomorrow marks the 100th birth anniversary of this iconic filmmaker.
3 November 2025, 06:03 AM
Heavy rain floods croplands in Rajshahi, raising fears of lower harvest
Aman farmers were forced to dig temporary channels to drain water
3 November 2025, 05:33 AM
Vendors take over Rajshahi footpaths
Footpaths across Rajshahi city have largely become unusable due to illegal occupation by street vendors, makeshift stalls and workshops, causing immense hassle to pedestrians during their daily commute.
31 October 2025, 20:34 PM
Five Kol families take shelter in bamboo grove after homes demolished
Rights groups condemn eviction as ‘inhumane’
31 October 2025, 14:24 PM
Declared extinct, freshwater crocodile in Padma photographed by birdwatching couple
Experts urge awareness as rediscovered predator faces survival threats
20 October 2025, 19:01 PM
Defeated Rucsu candidates host 'Haru Party' to celebrate unity and resilience
Urge newly elected leaders to honour manifesto promises
18 October 2025, 19:13 PM
Bypass road turns dumping ground amid landfill crisis
Garbage is being dumped in the open along the bypass road connecting Rajshahi and Chapainawabganj, causing nuisance to local residents and passersby.
27 June 2025, 19:16 PM
The Narode flows no more
A dry and cracked stretch of land along the eastern edge of Rajshahi is the only reminiscence of a river that once flowed there – the Narode river.
20 June 2025, 21:10 PM
Mango prices rebound after Eid slump
Mango prices are rising following a recent slump that had resulted in losses for many traders.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM
Mango trade thrives in Rajshahi amid Eid holidays
This year, a bumper harvest combined with the Eid holidays has created additional opportunities for trade
6 June 2025, 13:02 PM
‘Killed before my eyes': Widow devasted after auto-rickshaw driver dies in BNP clash
Golam Hossain was not involved in politics. Yet, he became a victim of political violence
14 March 2025, 09:13 AM
Pushpo Mela in Rajshahi: A symphony of colours and fragrance
The festival began on February 13 and will continue until February 28.
20 February 2025, 11:19 AM