Sunamganj

Former planning minister Mannan among 99 sued in Sunamganj

Former planning minister MA Mannan and 98 others were made accused in a case filed over attacking students.

‘Dilaram’ singer Hamida Banu’s hope for a home remains unfulfilled

Nine months ago, the Sunamganj deputy commissioner promised the homeless Hamida Banu a shelter project house in Sunamganj. However, despite their assurance, the 48-year-old folk musician still finds herself without a place to call home as the uncertainty of whether she will ever receive it looms over her like an empty roof.

Tanguar Haor: A paradise lost

The iconic Tanguar Haor, one of Bangladesh’s most important ecologically critical areas, is facing an uncertain future amid growing environmental threats.

Top 6 places to travel in Sunamganj

A scenic place full of beautiful haors, serene rivers, and culturally diverse monuments, Sunamganj, situated in the Sylhet division of north-eastern Bangladesh, is a place that travel enthusiasts will fall in love with. Whether you want to go for a single day tour or take your time to visit the beautiful places spread around the district, we recommend these 6 places to be part of your next travel itinerary.

Top 5 lakes to visit in Bangladesh

Our country is covered with many magnificent lakes and water bodies. These lakes not only protect the natural environment, but are also mesmerising sights and wonderful places to go for recreation and contemplation. Here are top 5 must-see lakes which offer mesmerising sights, fun activities and much more.

Parvez Hasan in aid of the flood-affected in Bangladesh

At present, when people of Sylhet, Sunamganj and Kurigram are affected by the devastating floods. YouTuber, Parvez Hasan has taken numerous steps to stand by the flood victims along with many other compassionate individuals of the country.

Inner Wheel Club of Dhaka Uptown making a difference

With a vision to improve the lives of the underprivileged, Inner Wheel Club (IWC) of Dhaka Uptown strives to restore harmony by establishing women’s rights, ensuring maternity healthcare, fighting poverty and diseases, providing education, and much more.

Firoz Hasan of Free Motion stands by flood affected Sylhet and Sunamganj

Social media influencer, Firoz Hasan of Free Motion, has taken a personal initiative to stand by the flood victims of Sylhet and Sunamganj. As a content creator, Hasan met people in distress and felt that the plight of these people should be highlighted. At one point, he thought of making videos and uploading them on social media.

“Just 2 weeks ago, we faced flash flood and now another blow”

Residents of Chhatak, Bishwambarpur, Tahirpur and Dowarabazar upazilas of Sunamganj and Companiganj, Gowainghat upazilas of Sylhet, including the city corporation areas, are badly affected due to the ongoing heavy rain and flood.

May 23, 2022
May 23, 2022

Heavy rainfall and water from hills deluge Sunamganj

Lalpur, Gourarang, Saheb Bari Ghat and many other low-lying areas in the Sunamganj district are now submerged under floodwater caused by heavy rainfall - threatening catastrophic damage to the upcoming harvesting season while most of the villages are currently only accessible by boats.

June 7, 2020
June 7, 2020

Contractual health workers’ protest over arrears dispersed in Sunamganj

Police charged baton and dispersed a group of health workers demonstrating in front of the Civil Surgeon’s office in Sunamganj today.

April 29, 2020
April 29, 2020

Ministers forego distancing while launching paddy procurement programme

Two ministers, four lawmakers and several other government officials today launched two programmes in Sunamganj -- paddy procurement and handover of harvesting machines -- but all seemingly forgot to follow the government instruction on physical distancing.

April 13, 2020
April 13, 2020

Flash flood forecasted in haors of Sunamganj, Sylhet

Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) forecasts flash flood in Haor regions of Sunamganj and Sylhet as India’s Meteorological Department predicted excessive rainfall in the north-eastern part of Bangladesh and in the bordering areas of India from April 17 to 20.

April 12, 2020
April 12, 2020

Sunamganj district locked down

Sunamganj district is locked down until further notice in a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus.

February 9, 2020
February 9, 2020

UP chairman in Sunamganj, one other, suspended for giving birth certificates to Rohingyas

A union parishad (UP) chairman and a union member have been suspended for faking birth certificates and giving those to Rohingyas.

May 10, 2018
May 10, 2018

Lightning strikes kill 22

At least 22 people, including two students, were killed by lightning strikes in 10 districts yesterday.

May 5, 2018
May 5, 2018

Lightning strikes kill 3 in two dists

Three farmers were killed by lightning strikes in Sunamganj and Habiganj yesterday.

December 17, 2017
December 17, 2017

Of a unique burial ground of 1971

The burial ground of 49 martyred freedom fighters at Dalura of Sunamganj is unique in the country.

September 23, 2017
September 23, 2017

10 killed, 7 hurt in lightning in Dinajpur, Sunamganj

At least 10 persons are killed and seven others injured in separate incidents of lightning strikes in Dinajpur and Sunamganj.