Eid holiday crowds flock to reopened Gazipur Safari Park

Families were seen sitting in the field in front of the park, while shopkeepers set up stalls selling food and other items outside the entrance. Horse-drawn carriages and other entertainment options were also available near the gate
9 June 2025

Rain likely over four divisions

Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky elsewhere over the country, according to a Met Office bulletin in Dhaka.
9 June 2025

Tidal surges damage 955 houses in Patuakhali

Monir Sardar, 45, a fisherman from Char Montaz union under Patuakhali's Rangabali upazila, and his four family members became homeless overnight as strong winds and tidal surges caused by a low-pressure system battered the coastline recently
9 June 2025

Three-storey school building collapses into Jamuna in Manikganj

The school had been under threat from severe river erosion over the past few days
8 June 2025

Light rain likely in parts of country today

In Dhaka, the wind will flow from the south or southeast at speeds between 8 and 12 kph
7 June 2025

Light to moderate rain, thundershowers likely over parts of Bangladesh

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers with lightning and temporary gusty wind is likely at a few places over Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions and at one or two places in Dhaka, Khulna, Rangpur, Rajshahi and Mymensingh divisions, the Met office says
6 June 2025

Floods feared as rain-fed rivers in Sylhet cross danger mark

As of 9:00am today, the rivers were still overflowing at four key monitoring points, according to the Water Development Board (WDB) in the district
5 June 2025

Nationwide tree plantation, anti-plastic campaign held

Mission Green Bangladesh took the initiative. Over 5,000 trees were planted, with the active participation of 1,700 volunteers
5 June 2025

'Bangladesh has emerged as a key learning hub for regional climate resilience'

Says ICIMOD DDG Izabella Koziell marking World Environment Day
5 June 2025

Call for action as plastic waste threatens Sundarbans ecosystem

Pollution from bottles, packaging, and polythene endangers aquatic life in the region
5 June 2025

Power division gets 30% lower budget allocation

The allocation for the power division in the national budget for fiscal year 2025-26 is around 30 percent less than that of the previous fiscal year, while it has been nearly doubled for the energy and mineral resources division. .The government has decided to cut electricity production c
4 June 2025

3 individuals, 3 institutions nominated for National Environment Award

Each winner will receive a crest, certificate,Tk 50,000 cheque, and a 22-carat gold medal
4 June 2025

CAB calls for unified service rule to resolve REB-PBS conflict

The government has been worsening the situation, following the advice of the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank only, the CAB says
4 June 2025

Power outage hits Moulvibazar upazila as substation submerged in floodwaters

Officials said the water level of the Juri River has risen, deteriorating the flood situation.
4 June 2025

Gazipur Safari Park’s core section reopens tomorrow

The core safari section of Gazipur's Safari Park, which houses wild and dangerous animals, will reopen tomorrow following a 15-day closure for maintenance.
4 June 2025

Around 100 dead cats found at Japan woman's home

Twelve live cats have been saved from the home so far
4 June 2025

Power division allocation cut by 30%, energy gets 100% boost

LNG import will stand 6.5 million tonnes from 5 million, cut import VAT
3 June 2025

Plastic crisis needs legal reforms and unity: Experts

Activists push for accountability and regulation at Dhaka dialogue
3 June 2025

Water levels of four Moulvibazar rivers rise; 5,686 people marooned

A total of 5,686 people have been marooned in the areas due to the flooding
3 June 2025

Weather during Eid: Rain to weaken, heat to intensify

While the mass exodus is expected to gain full momentum from Thursday, the ongoing rainfall has added a layer of concern for holidaymakers
3 June 2025