Siltation clogs 18 sluice gates
Siltation has clogged 18 sluice gates on three rivers -- the Harihar, Aparbhadra and Buribhadra -- along a stretch of 30 kilometres in Keshabpur upazila of Jashore.
3d ago
A decade-long misery
The field of Arshingripukuria Government Primary School in Chougachha upazila of Jashore has remained waterlogged for the last one decade in absence of a proper drainage system.
1m ago
Melting pitch poses risk
The scorching heat in Jashore has caused the pitch on several roads and highways to melt, posing risks for vehicles and pedestrians alike.
2m ago
Cashew nut farming in plain land
Although much of the cashew nut consumed in the country is cultivated in the hilly areas, a few are showing that it can be grown in the plain land.
3m ago
Bheem finds business in dried fish
Instead of trying his luck in other profession, Bheem Kumar turned to dried fish production and quickly changed his fortune.
4m ago
Apu’s medical study uncertain
Apu Das, who qualified for admission to MBBS course this year, is facing uncertainty about pursuing his dream to be a doctor for want of money.
4m ago
Pearl farming on rooftop: A college student's success story
A college student from Ektarpur village of Jashore's Abhaynagar upazila has been successfully cultivating pearls on the rooftop of his house
5m ago
Dense fog damages boro seedbeds
Dense fog amid winter has caused considerable damage to boro paddy seedbeds in different areas across Jashore region.
5m ago
December 21, 2018
Horror haunts Malopara still
Children in Jashore's Malopara village still have nightmares of people coming to attack them. And with the election on the horizon, panic has spread even among the adults.
August 28, 2018
Jessore School Teacher: Never late, absent in 31-year career
Every school day morning like clockwork, maths and science teacher Satyajit Biswas is to be seen on his bicycle, commuting the seven kilometres from his Kucholia village home in Jessore's Monirampur upazila to Dhopadi Secondary School.
July 25, 2018
Muhith rejects NBR claim over BB gold
Finance Minister AMA Muhith has shrugged off the anomalies raised by the National Board of Revenue about the weight and grade of the gold kept at the Bangladesh Bank's vault.
July 25, 2018
An unpopular choice
After eight months since its launch, the Khulna-Kolkata passenger train service has not caught on as a route of choice among India-bound passengers.
May 20, 2018
Onion pricier on Ramadan demand
Imported onion is being sold at higher prices in the retail market because of increased demand on the occasion of Ramadan and a lack
January 31, 2018
Deadlock ends at Benapole
Trade activities through Benapole Land Port resumed Monday night after five days.
January 19, 2018
Jujube orchards a winner for Jessore farmers
Several varieties of jujube, locally known as kul or boroi, are proving to be a worthwhile crop in Jessore. Around 500 local farmers,
December 24, 2017
Innovative bridge
An innovative floating bridge, aimed at easing communication from Jhampa village to Manirampur upazila headquarters via Rajganj
November 16, 2017
Betel nut cultivation a blessing for Narail farmers
Ten years ago, commercial production of betel nut in Narail was a small-scale affair. But good demand and healthy market prices,
November 13, 2017
Winter cabbages hope of farmers
In Greater Jessore, winter means vegetables. Beans, string beans, chillies, cauliflower, brinjal and tomatoes: the region that fulfils around
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