Rain
Rain likely till October 12: BMD
The temperature might start falling after mid-October
POETRY / Monsoon osmosis
I inhale the luxurious scent / of squelched earth / smoking under the sodden leaves
Rain brings fresh dengue concerns
So far, the country has already recorded 44 deaths and 3,651 hospitalisations from dengue this year. With ongoing intermittent rains, experts fear the situation could worsen if immediate actions are not taken.
HSC exams to be scheduled earlier from next year: Mohibul
Responding to the disruption caused by rain, Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury said yesterday that Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) exams will be held at an earlier date from the next year
Heavy rainfall likely in Rangpur, Mymensingh, Sylhet divisions
Light to moderate rain in Dhaka, Ctg, Barisal divisions
Rain threat looms over India vs Pakistan clash
The much-anticipated T20 World Cup clash between India and Pakistan is only a few hours away. But the inclement weather conditions are putting a question mark over the match’s fate.
POETRY / Shut your eyes to dance away the rainy nights
Shut shut let me shut my eyes, for even though / the dawn confiscating the dusk’s shades of greys arrives, / there is no place for me
5 cool and casual style guides for the girls this summer
During rainy summer days, followed by immediate heatwaves - cotton, khadi, and linen are good options to pick from.
Rain washes out England-Pakistan T20 opener
The match was meant to be the launchpad for reigning champions England's defence next month of their T20 World Cup title in the Caribbean and the United States.
Rain drenches Dhaka amid heatwave
The city dwellers got some relief after rain drenched Dhaka amid ongoing heatwave across the country today
New Zealand win Mirpur Test by four wickets
An unbroken 70-run seventh-wicket partnership saw the tourists home
Why aren’t we doing enough to fix electric wires?
The tragedy in Mirpur is a heartbreaking reminder of the pressing need to address this issue urgently.
Scale up climate change adaptation as soon as possible
While Bangladesh has been doing quite well in adapting to climate change, there is still a long way to go with not much time to waste. Serious actions need to be taken urgently to boost the country’s resilience.
A day of rain and thunder
Despite the forecast of rain, the sudden downpour and accompanying thunder caught many pedestrians off guard today.
A rainy day in the capital
It’s a dark, gloomy day and the smell of earth dampened by rainwater sweeps the city. You hear the sounds of pouring rain on your window and make yourself a cup of freshly brewed tea. Leaving behind all thoughts of going out, you immerse in the delight of a rainy day in Dhaka.
On rainy days and reading
The fact of the matter was this: the poem had been written, the call had been answered, and as lofty as it sounds—at that moment there I was, as Frank O'Hara put aptly—"the center of all beauty! / writing these poems!/ Imagine!".
Second match of BD-SL Women's series washed out too
The last match of the series against Sri Lanka is scheduled to be played in Colombo on Thursday.
Cyclone Sitrang: Rain halts launch services in Barishal, Bhola
Launch and speedboat movement on 12 routes from Barishal river port has been suspended due to heavy rains and gusty wind caused by cyclone "Sitrang" formed over the east-central Bay.
A Guide to Surviving the Monsoon in Dhaka
Being outdoors this season in Dhaka can feel quite icky and lead to a number of problems.