Mintu Deshwara

Tk 9cr water supply centre left unused

A municipal water supply centre in Habiganj’s Shosanghat area, constructed at a cost of Tk 9 crore, remains non-functional, leaving local residents without its promised benefits.

1d ago

Century-old Sherpur fish fair begins in Moulvibazar

"This fair has become a part of our local tradition. Many rare fish varieties, which are hardly seen otherwise, are brought here," said Roni Mia, a buyer

1w ago

No longer a sanctuary for migratory birds

Hakaluki Haor, one of the largest freshwater wetlands in Bangladesh, spanning five upazilas in Sylhet and Moulvibazar districts, was once a safe haven for migratory birds during winter.

1w ago

Illegal sand extraction threatens livelihood

An influential group, allegedly led by a local Jubo League leader, has been engaged in illegal sand extraction near a sluice gate in the Baharchhara area of Sharsharshee village, located in Moulvibazar’s Sreemangal upazila.

1w ago

Lalmia Bazar to Kundarpar: a road in ruins

The situation is particularly dire from Lalmia Bazar to the bridge over Sujani Canal, which locals have dubbed a "death trap"

2w ago

Harmony Festival to be held in Sreemangal Jan 10-12

The festival aims to celebrate the rich heritage, communal unity and cultural diversity of the region to promote tourism.

2w ago

Khowai river: Collapsed dam leaves locals in peril

The embankment of the Khowai River in the Jalalabad area of Sadar Upazila in Habiganj collapsed in June of last year, destroying crops, fish enclosures, and homes across a vast area. In August, flooding worsened the situation, causing erosion to expand by approximately 200 feet, transforming the site into a massive ditch.

2w ago

Rewilding efforts: a milestone for tortoise conservation in Bangladesh

In a remarkable achievement for wildlife conservation, Bangladesh has taken a significant step towards protecting its critically endangered tortoise species

2w ago
January 19, 2025
January 19, 2025

Tk 9cr water supply centre left unused

A municipal water supply centre in Habiganj’s Shosanghat area, constructed at a cost of Tk 9 crore, remains non-functional, leaving local residents without its promised benefits.

January 13, 2025
January 13, 2025

Century-old Sherpur fish fair begins in Moulvibazar

"This fair has become a part of our local tradition. Many rare fish varieties, which are hardly seen otherwise, are brought here," said Roni Mia, a buyer

January 8, 2025
January 8, 2025

No longer a sanctuary for migratory birds

Hakaluki Haor, one of the largest freshwater wetlands in Bangladesh, spanning five upazilas in Sylhet and Moulvibazar districts, was once a safe haven for migratory birds during winter.

January 7, 2025
January 7, 2025

Illegal sand extraction threatens livelihood

An influential group, allegedly led by a local Jubo League leader, has been engaged in illegal sand extraction near a sluice gate in the Baharchhara area of Sharsharshee village, located in Moulvibazar’s Sreemangal upazila.

January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025

Lalmia Bazar to Kundarpar: a road in ruins

The situation is particularly dire from Lalmia Bazar to the bridge over Sujani Canal, which locals have dubbed a "death trap"

January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025

Harmony Festival to be held in Sreemangal Jan 10-12

The festival aims to celebrate the rich heritage, communal unity and cultural diversity of the region to promote tourism.

January 4, 2025
January 4, 2025

Khowai river: Collapsed dam leaves locals in peril

The embankment of the Khowai River in the Jalalabad area of Sadar Upazila in Habiganj collapsed in June of last year, destroying crops, fish enclosures, and homes across a vast area. In August, flooding worsened the situation, causing erosion to expand by approximately 200 feet, transforming the site into a massive ditch.

January 2, 2025
January 2, 2025

Rewilding efforts: a milestone for tortoise conservation in Bangladesh

In a remarkable achievement for wildlife conservation, Bangladesh has taken a significant step towards protecting its critically endangered tortoise species

January 1, 2025
January 1, 2025

Health centres grapple with staff shortage

The Health and Family Welfare Centre in Chaumuhani Union under Madhabpur Upazila, Habiganj, has been facing a severe manpower shortage, making it unable to provide adequate health services to around 40,000 residents.

December 31, 2024
December 31, 2024

Habiganj union health centres grappling with staff shortages

Chaumohani Union Health and Family Welfare Centre in Habiganj’s Madhabpur upazila provides health services to nearly 40,000 people living in different villages under the union.