Severe heatwave continues in parts of country

A severe heatwave is sweeping over several northern and southern districts as mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping over three divisions including Dhaka and other districts, said a Met office forecast today
24 April 2024, 10:33 AM

Danger warning issued for Bangkok as extreme heat bites

Thai authorities issued an extreme heat warning for Bangkok on Wednesday, urging people to stay indoors for their own safety as temperatures soared
24 April 2024, 09:09 AM

Protecting Ganges river dolphins crucial for preserving ecosystem: minister

Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury stated today that protecting the Ganges river dolphins is crucial for preserving the ecosystem of the country's rivers
23 April 2024, 16:20 PM

Environmentalists to rally against ramp construction in Ctg

The Sammilito Poribesh Rokkha Andolan in Chattogram is set to rally on April 27 against a ramp construction on the Tigerpass-CRB double-decker road for the elevated expressway
23 April 2024, 15:44 PM

There is a risk of heat shock in Boro paddy in Gazipur: agri officials

There is a risk of heat shock in Boro paddy in Gazipur as a severe heatwave has been sweeping over the country, agriculture officials said
23 April 2024, 13:21 PM

Elephant found dead near Gazipur’s Bhawal National Park

An elephant was found dead at Bhawal National Park area at Gazipur's Rajendrapur this afternoon
23 April 2024, 11:37 AM

Avoid heat stroke amid heatwave: DGHS issues eight directives

The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) released an eight-point recommendation today to reduce the risk of heat stroke in the midst of the current mild to severe heatwave sweeping the country
23 April 2024, 11:30 AM

Severe heatwave continues to batter parts of Bangladesh; rains likely in Sylhet

Severe heatwave prevailed in Rajshahi, Pabna, Khulna, Bagerhat, Jashore, Chuadanga and Kushtia districts today, disrupting normal life
23 April 2024, 09:28 AM

Why planting as many trees as possible may not be the solution to the climate crisis

The heatwave currently searing Bangladesh has led to renewed focus on reforestation efforts. On social media, calls to take up tree-planting drives, and even take on the challenge of creating a world record for planting trees are being peddled
23 April 2024, 08:22 AM

The areas in Savar where gas supply will be halted for 12hrs tomorrow

Gas supply to all categories of customers will be suspended at different areas in Savar for 12 hours from 9:00am to 9:00pm tomorrow
23 April 2024, 06:41 AM

BPDB supplies record 16,233MW power

Bangladesh Power Development Board today supplied a record 16,233 megawatts of electricity as power demand increased due to a country-wide heatwave
22 April 2024, 17:35 PM

BNP postpones April 26 rally due to heatwave

BNP has postponed its rally scheduled for April 26 due to the ongoing heatwave
22 April 2024, 14:20 PM

Rickshaw puller dies in Dhaka amid heatwave

Amid the ongoing heatwave, a rickshaw puller today died while transporting passengers near Dhaka Nursing College this afternoon
22 April 2024, 13:30 PM

Met office issues second three-day heat alert

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today issued a 3-day heat alert as the ongoing heatwave is expected to continue for the next 72 hours
22 April 2024, 06:24 AM

‘Very severe heatwave’ grips Pabna, Chuadanga; no respite for 5 days

A very severe heatwave is sweeping Pabna and Chuadanga districts, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department
22 April 2024, 05:34 AM

Air pollution: Dhaka 5th worst city in the world today

Dhaka, the overcrowded capital city of Bangladesh, has ranked fifth on the list of cities with the worst air quality with an AQI index of 130 at 9:00am today
22 April 2024, 03:43 AM

World's largest private firms fail to set climate targets: report

Only 40 of the world's 100 largest private firms have set net-zero carbon emissions targets to fight climate change, according to a report released Monday, lagging far behind public companies
22 April 2024, 03:31 AM

Heatwave: icddr,b, DGHS issue health guidelines

The DGHS has urged to call 16263 to take telemedicine service within 24 hours if anyone experiences any symptoms
21 April 2024, 15:55 PM

Amid sweltering heat, first working day starts with 966 MW of load shedding

Amid the summer's sweltering heat, the week's first working day started with 966 MW of load shedding
21 April 2024, 15:52 PM

At 42.2°C, Chuadanga records country's highest temp today

Chuadanga recorded the highest temperature in the country at 42.2°C around 3:00pm today
21 April 2024, 15:45 PM