Mintu Deshwara

A rare sighting of the endangered-looking kalij pheasant in Habiganj’s Satchhari National Park has renewed hopes for Bangladesh’s forest biodiversity, while conservationists warn that habitat loss and hunting continue to threaten the bird’s local population.

For thousands of families living on the hills and hillocks of Moulvibazar, the monsoon brings fear instead of relief, as illegal hill-cutting continues to increase the risk of deadly landslides.

LGED says erosion by rivers has disrupted communication; full extent of damage yet to be assessed

More than 8,300 homes destroyed as embankment breach forces tens of thousands to rebuild from nothing

Officials file case against two over alleged lease violations as locals say repeated warnings about sand extraction went unheeded

Eleven members of two brothers' families remained isolated for days before relief finally reached them

At least 1000 have been taken to makeshift centres

Banned China Duari nets continue trapping fish, fry and eggs across Habiganj

Local and expatriate contributions helped volunteers restore vital routes damaged by years of rain and neglect

Relentless rain and hill runoff destroys ripened paddy across Kawadighi haor

The centuries-old Shahjibazar market supports thousands of families across 15 villages with a low-cost rural trade

Forest department's role questioned; environmentalists warn of long-term ecological damage

The landslide-hit crossing linked Kapai and Laskarpur estates, serving workers, students and families for 15 years

Around 50 mango varieties grown as an experimental garden attracts local visitors and experts

Speaking at the inauguration, Minister Afroza Khanam said the government intended to transform the cultures of small ethnic groups into viable tourism assets.

Three-day cultural showcase highlights traditions, handicrafts of Sylhet’s indigenous communities

Nestled along the waterlogged margins of Kawadighi Haor in Moulvibazar Sadar Upazila, the temple of Oggean Thakur stands as one of the most intriguing spiritual sites in the Sylhet region.

Streets stayed clear of posters, festoons and decorative arches as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addressed gatherings

Patients travel miles for care in Moulvibazar's Robirbazar, only to be met by years of neglect and rotting refuse

The highest level of alert has been issued across the border area