Rain likely as monsoon sets over Bangladesh

The monsoon is fairly active and rain is likely to occur across the country, Bangladesh Meteorological Department said in its weather forecast today.
12 June 2023, 08:41 AM

Elephant shot dead in Cox’s Bazar

An elephant was shot dead in Chakaria Upazila of Coxs's Bazar yesterday morning
11 June 2023, 18:19 PM

No plans to narrow Jamuna river: WDB tells HC

The government today informed the High Court that it has no plans to narrow the Jamuna river
11 June 2023, 13:40 PM

Rain, thundershowers likely in Dhaka and other divisions

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rain or thundershowers in eight divisions, including Dhaka, over 24 hours starting from 9:00am today.
11 June 2023, 10:10 AM

Power supply to return to normalcy very soon: Mannan

Planning Minister MA Mannan today said power supply will return to normalcy very soon as the government is working sincerely to produce electricity in the country
10 June 2023, 15:16 PM

80 ponds restored in Sundarbans to meet freshwater demand

The Forest Department has re-excavated about 80 ponds in the Sundarbans aiming to ensure freshwater for wildlife
10 June 2023, 14:31 PM

6 coal-laden vessels leave Indonesia for Payra

Power plant likely to resume production on June 26
10 June 2023, 10:14 AM

Greta Thunberg graduates high school with last school strike

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg participated in her last School Strike for Climate to mark her graduation from high school on Friday
10 June 2023, 06:43 AM

26,620 tonnes of coal for Rampal power plant reaches Mongla

A Chinese-flagged ship carrying 26,620 tonnes of coal for Rampal Power Plant in Bagerhat has arrived at Mongla port
10 June 2023, 05:46 AM

More rain likely throughout country; 100mm rainfall recorded in Hatia

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted more rain or thundershowers in different parts of the country, including Dhaka, over the 24 hours from 9:00am today.
9 June 2023, 07:43 AM

Maritime ports asked to hoist Signal 3

The country’s maritime ports have been advised to hoist the local cautionary signal 3 as deep convection is taking place over the North Bay, said the Bangladesh Meteorological Department today
8 June 2023, 15:30 PM

World Oceans Day: Theme, history, significance and all you need to know

UN chief calls for greater action to protect oceans
8 June 2023, 11:25 AM

A ‘once-in-200 years’ heat wave caught Southeast Asia off guard

Every day, commuters travelling to work on countless mopeds or motorbike taxis dropping off everything from parcels to cooked food and clients crisscross the congested city of Hanoi in Vietnam
8 June 2023, 06:49 AM

More rain or thundershowers likely in Dhaka, 7 other divisions

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rains or thundershowers in different parts of the country, including Dhaka, over 24 hours, starting from 9:00am today
8 June 2023, 06:45 AM

Power supply from Adani plant resumes

Power supply from India's Adani Power Plant, which was disrupted after a part of its transmission line in Chapainawabganj tripped, resumed early today
8 June 2023, 06:11 AM

Drizzle brings some relief in parts of Dhaka

A light rain soaked parts of Dhaka city this morning, offering city dwellers some relief amid the intense ongoing heatwave
8 June 2023, 03:54 AM

Plastic waste a threat to soil fertility

Plastic pollution is deteriorating the germination capacity of soil by killing larvae, microbes and earthworms that enriches the soil’s fertility, said speakers at a seminar yesterday.
7 June 2023, 18:00 PM

Electricity problem to improve in 10-15 days: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said more electricity will be added to the national grid within the next 10-15 days ending the ongoing power crisis.."We have been compelled to make load-shedding ....I can realise the sufferings of the people. We've been trying our best. Some 500 more me
7 June 2023, 16:09 PM

Tripped line halts power supply from Adani

A part of India’s Adani Power Plant’s transmission line in Bangladesh tripped today around 2:30pm, halting supply from the power plant..PDB spokesperson Shameem Hasan said the issue of the transmission line has been fixed. .“The plant will resume its operation around 11:00pm tonight,
7 June 2023, 16:04 PM

Rain likely in Dhaka, other divisions: Met office

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rains or thundershowers in eight divisions of the country including Dhaka in the 24-hour period starting from 9:00am today.
7 June 2023, 09:10 AM