In the Himalayas, one disaster can prepare the ground for another, scientist says
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Update / Nepal and China resume flood rescue after lake overflow threat eases, death toll 547
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Natural Disaster
'This tragedy is on a different dimension': Inside the human devastation of Nepal’s flood
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Lake overflows on Nepal-Tibet border, sparking panic and halting rescue
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Nature Quest / A cup of 'sea'
28 August 2026
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Wildlife
No Bangladeshi casualties reported in Nepal landslides: Embassy
27 August 2026
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Natural Disaster
'Saved by a mango tree': How a Nepali labourer survived deadly flash flood
27 August 2026
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Nepal says 468 tourists, mainly foreigners, out of contact after floods
27 August 2026
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Explainer / Nepal-Tibet disaster: what we know
26 August 2026
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Bangladesh ready to help Nepal with relief, rescue efforts after deadly floods, mudslides: Foreign ministry
26 August 2026
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Diplomacy
Tidal surge submerges Nijhum Dwip, cuts off Hatia
Heavy rain and stormy weather lash Noakhali for second day amid deep depression over Bay
29 May 2025
Flood alert for north-east as water levels rise in major rivers
FFWC opens 24-hour control room to monitor Sylhet, Sunamganj, Feni and nearby districts
29 May 2025
Several villages at risk as dam along Sangu river breaches in Ctg
A section of the embankment along the Sangu River in Chattogram’s Anwara upazila collapsed this morning, raising concerns about flooding across several villages
29 May 2025
Depression in Bay triggers rainfall, disrupts nationwide commute
It is expected to persist today and tomorrow before easing from Saturday
29 May 2025
Adverse weather halts Barishal's internal launch services
A decision regarding the operation of larger launches on the Barishal-Dhaka route is expected later in the day
29 May 2025
Maritime ports asked to hoist cautionary signal no 3
All fishing boats, trawlers in the North Bay have been advised to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution until further notice
29 May 2025
Low pressure over Bay intensifies
A low pressure over the Northwest Bay and adjoining areas intensified into a well-marked low and it is likely to intensify further, Bangladesh Meteorological Department said yesterday.
28 May 2025
Climate change forcing thousands into urban slums
Experts call for urgent action
28 May 2025
Will gradually move toward banning single-use plastic: Rizwana
The adviser said they are currently addressing the use of polythene and will gradually move toward banning single-use plastic
28 May 2025
Coastal forests in Cox's Bazar on brink of destruction
Large portions of the mangrove forest in Chakaria -- often referred to as the Chakaria Sundarbans -- have been cleared for shrimp farms and salt fields, according to local residents
28 May 2025
Palm trees bring prosperity to Burirchar residents
Palm trees grow naturally along roadsides and orchard edges
28 May 2025
Gas supply suspended in parts of Narayanganj for 11 hours tomorrow
The gas supply for all types of consumers in some areas of Narayanganj will be completely suspended for 11 hours starting from 8:00am tomorrow.
28 May 2025
UN says 70% chance that 2025-2029 average warming will top 1.5C
The planet is therefore expected to remain at historic levels of warming after the two hottest years ever recorded in 2023 and 2024
28 May 2025
Maritime ports advised to hoist local signal 3
Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted local cautionary signal No 3 as a low-pressure area has been formed over the northwest Bay and adjoining area
27 May 2025
Cutting-edge tracking technology boosts sea turtle conservation in Guangdong
A total of 200 sea turtles, including 100 acclimated to wild conditions, have recently been released into the ocean
27 May 2025
Bangladesh can earn $1b a year from carbon market: analysts
The information was revealed at a discussion on carbon financing organised by LightCastle Partners
26 May 2025
Madhupur Sal forest and its biodiversity will be brought back: Rizwana
The forest dwellers here should play their role in protecting this forest, says the environment adviser
25 May 2025
Liberian Cargo ship carrying 640 containers capsizes in Arabian sea
All 24 crew members rescued
25 May 2025
Jamuna erosion takes serious turn in Shahzadpur
Ainul Haque, 70, a retired primary school teacher in Sayedpur village under Shahzadpur upazila of Sirajganj, lost his house to Jamuna river’s erosion five times in last 30 years.
24 May 2025
Locals demand permanent embankment on Netai river
Residents along the banks of the Netai river in Mymensingh’s Dhobaura upazila have expressed concern over possible flooding during the monsoon and demanded the construction of a permanent river protection embankment
24 May 2025