Mokammel-Mridha

Mokammel Shuvo

Reporter at The Daily Star and Jessore Correspondent at The Daily Star

Education at Rohingya camps in disarray

The funding shortfall stems largely from a drastic reduction in humanitarian aid by the US

1w ago

One in five adult Rohingyas infected with hepatitis C

Hasina, a Rohingya woman from Myanmar, fled to Bangladesh 10 months ago with her husband and four children. Diagnosed with Hepatitis C in 2020 during childbirth, she could not afford treatment back home.

1w ago

Marine drive in Teknaf: Jhau forest faces rampant tree theft

At Nidania in Ukhiya, alongside the Teknaf Marine Drive, a group of women were seen collecting branches from felled Jhau trees.

1w ago

Recent drownings raise concern

In a shocking video that went viral recently, a tourist was seen struggling against strong waves to save his son from drowning in the sea in front of a beach resort in the Kolatoli area of Cox’s Bazar.

1m ago

Drownings in Cox's Bazar beach expose gaps in safety measures

Six people drowned in the sea along the Cox's Bazar beach during the last Eid-ul-Azha vacation

1m ago

Losses mount as rough weather hits post-ban fishing

Mohammad Manjur, along with 22 other fishermen, ventured out into the Bay of Bengal in the early hours of June 12, just after a 58-day fishing ban was lifted.

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Trawlers forced back by rough seas in Cox’s Bazar

Low hilsa catch, turbulent weather frustrate fishers days after ban ends

1m ago

Cox’s Bazar: Eid tourism expected to generate Tk 700cr

Businesspeople expressed hope that tourism during Eid-ul-Azha holidays will generate over Tk 700 crore in transactions in Cox’s Bazar.

1m ago
May 29, 2025
May 29, 2025

Grabbers feast on Sonadia forest

Over 1,000 acres of protected mangrove forest on Sonadia Island in Moheshkhali upazila of Cox’s Bazar have been razed since August 5 last year.

May 17, 2025
May 17, 2025

Maheshkhali Channel: LGED building jetty without BIWTA approval

Ignoring objections, the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) in Cox’s Bazar is constructing a jetty in and on the foreshore of the Maheshkhali Channel, the most important waterway in South Chattogram that flows into the Bay of Bengal.

May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025

Tree house in Teknaf: Inside Bodi’s disputed retreat

Nestled in the thick shade of a large mango tree in Chowdhury Para of Teknaf Municipality, a wooden tree house offers quite the spectacle..Built by former Awami League lawmaker Abdur Rahman Bodi, the structure was a quiet retreat where he entertained VIPs and special guests..However,

May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025

Every day 30-40 Rohingyas coming to Bangladesh

Rohingyas are entering Bangladesh through various points along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border from Naikhongchhari in Bandarban to Teknaf in Cox’s Bazar.

May 1, 2025
May 1, 2025

Rohingya inflow: Strain on already crammed camps

The refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar have become overwhelmed with the recent inflow of Rohingyas arriving since November 2023, with authorities now scrambling to arrange accommodation and food for them.

April 29, 2025
April 29, 2025

Rohingyas fleeing Arakan Army persecution

Amid escalating violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, Rohingyas are trespassing into Bangladesh every day, crossing the border allegedly to escape the brutality of Myanmar’s rebel group, the Arakan Army (AA).

April 12, 2025
April 12, 2025

Exploring the wonders around Cox’s Bazar

For city dwellers yearning for an escape from their mechanical lives, Cox’s Bazar stands as a beacon of natural beauty and serenity. Famous for its sun-kissed beaches and rolling waves, this coastal gem captivates the hearts of travelers.

April 10, 2025
April 10, 2025

Desperate bid for a better life

221 rescued from traffickers in perilous sea journey to Malaysia

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

Hope at a time of uncertainty

Following reports of Myanmar verifying 1,80,000 Rohingyas for potential repatriation, a wave of mixed feelings has washed over the camps in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char.

April 2, 2025
April 2, 2025

Tourism industry in Cox’s Bazar eyes Tk 700cr revenue during Eid

Currently, over 100,000 people are visiting Cox's Bazar daily