Sundarbans fire is “contained” on the second day as Bangladesh makes use of firebreaks and a helicopter.

In the Amarbunia forest of the Sundarbans’ eastern Chandpai range in Bagerhat, a forest fire persisted into its second day but has reportedly been brought under control. Although not fully extinguished, the Forest Department declared the fire contained on Sunday, attributing the success to collaborative efforts from the navy, coastguards, fire service, and forest guards. … Read more

Garment Workers’ Protest Disrupts Traffic in Dhaka’s Chairmanbari Area

A demonstration staged by garment workers resulted in significant traffic disruption for over an hour in the Chairmanbari vicinity adjacent to Dhaka’s Mohakhali, according to police reports. The workers, protesting the closure of a local garments factory, temporarily blocked the road, causing delays in regular traffic flow. Despite the workers eventually yielding the road, traffic … Read more

Dhaka receives much-needed relief from the sweltering heat as rain pours down.

Although the weather forecast had hinted at the chance of rain, Dhaka remained parched and dusty throughout the day, despite rainfall occurring in other parts of Bangladesh. However, late at night, the much-awaited rain finally arrived, accompanied by thunderstorms. The downpour, which was particularly heavy in areas like Old Dhaka, Jatrabari, and Mirpur, brought relief … Read more

Eight Bangladeshi migrants perished in the Mediterranean; their remains are given to their families.

Published : 03 May 2024. The bodies of eight Bangladeshi migrants who drowned in the Mediterranean Sea while attempting to reach Europe from Libya have been returned to their families. The handover took place at Dhaka Medical College Hospital’s morgue in the presence of Executive Magistrate Sayem Imran. These migrants were part of a group of … Read more