Bay of Bengal

We're lucky to have a sea: CA

Noting that Nepal and the seven sister states of India have no connectivity via sea, Yunus stressed the need for using Bangladesh seaports for mutual benefit

Innovation, cutting-edge research can unlock the Bay of Bengal’s potential

Ocean ecosystems provide the fundamental natural resources that underpin the ocean-based economy.

Peace, Rohingya repatriation vital for Bay of Bengal's potential: Adviser Touhid

'Peace and order will not be possible in Myanmar, and consequently in the region, unless the Rohingyas lodged in Bangladesh can go back to their homes with security and rights'

No foreign firm shows interest in Bay of Bengal gas exploration

Seven purchased tender documents, but none submitted papers finally

‘The Cage’ opens doors for rising rock bands in Bangladesh

A new reality talent show, “The Cage”, aims to elevate the rock band scene in Bangladesh. Launched to provide a platform for emerging rock bands, the competition is designed to showcase undiscovered musical talent from across the country.

‘Gonojowar’: Unfolding highlights from the abruptly halted concert

Originally set to be held at the Hatirjheel Amphitheatre, the venue was shifted just hours before the concert due to unfavorable weather conditions. The show kicked off at 3pm, featuring a stellar lineup that included Nemesis, Cryptic Fate, AvoidRafa, Bay of Bengal, Kaaktaal, Conclusion, Owned, and Sketch.

Bay of Bengal to perform in Kolkata for the first time

Bangladesh’s experimental rock/metal band “Bay of Bengal” released their first album, “Nirob Durvikkho” in 2016. The band is currently working on its second album, “Dwitiyo”, with its first song, “Ajker Din”, released last June.

World Ocean Day: How MSP can help us navigate the blue frontier

Cradled by the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh boasts a maritime area almost as vast as its terrestrial territory.

The growing importance of Bangladesh in the Indo-Pacific

In its foreign policy and international relations, the country has always advanced a free and open Indo-Pacific.

September 10, 2018
September 10, 2018

Cargo vessel capsizes in Bay of Bengal

A lighter vessel carrying around 1,500 tonnes of cement clinker capsized near Bhasanchar of Noakhali in the Bay of Bengal yesterday

August 8, 2018
August 8, 2018

Crew of capsized vessel rescued from Bay near Sandwip

All crew members of a capsized lighter vessel, carrying 1,100 tonnes of wheat, were rescued early yesterday from the Bay of Bengal near Sandwip.

July 7, 2018
July 7, 2018

Bodies of 3 missing tourists recovered from Sitakunda beach

The bodies of three tourists who went missing in the Bay of Bengal yesterday, are recovered from at Banshbaria beach of Bay of Bengal under Sitakunda of Chittagong.

March 27, 2018
March 27, 2018

Bangladesh sees little foreign funds for Rohingya refugee island, Shahriar Alam tells Reuters

Bangladesh is not expecting much help from foreign donors as it forges ahead with plans to relocate 100,000 Rohingya refugees to an uninhabited island, an undertaking that does not yet have a timeline, Mohammed Shahriar Alam, state minister for foreign affairs, says in an interview.

December 17, 2017
December 17, 2017

Winter warmer, delayed due to depression in Bay of Bengal

Winter temperatures continue to feel warmer and warmer in Bangladesh. Compared to last year, this day is almost one degree warmer.

December 7, 2017
December 7, 2017

Depression at Bay: Maritime ports asked to keep hoisted signal No 1

Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted distant Cautionary Signal No 1 owing to the depression that formed over the Bay of Bengal.

November 13, 2017
November 13, 2017

1.26 lakh acres of land emerged in Bay in last 10yrs, Land minister tells JS

Nearly 1.26 lakh acres of khas land emerged in the Bay of Bengal over the last 10 years, Land Minister Shamsur Rahman tells parliament.

June 27, 2017
June 27, 2017

4 tourists go missing in Eid holiday spots

Four tourists go missing in two separate incidents at Moinot Ghat in Dhaka's Dohar and Cox’s Bazar.

April 16, 2017
April 16, 2017

Depression in Bay turns into ‘Cyclone Maarutha’

Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox’s bazar, Mongla and Payra are advised to keep hoisted distant warning signal number two as a depression formed in the East Bay of Bengal has intensified into a tropical cyclone named Maarutha.

August 15, 2016
August 15, 2016

15 feared dead in Bay

At least 15 people are feared dead as two Indian fishing trawlers sank in Bangladesh territory of the Bay of Bengal due to inclement weather on Saturday.