​​Sushanta Ghosh

More than 1,000 ponds have disappeared across Barishal district over the past decade due to rampant filling, encroachment, pollution and unplanned development, according to a Department of Fisheries survey conducted in January.

Production has declined for three consecutive years as river-caught hilsa remain scarce in local markets

Two major public hospitals lack adequate generators and dedicated fuel allocations for backup power

Despite the monsoon being the peak hilsa harvest season, fishers across the hilsa sanctuaries in Barishal division are returning home almost empty-handed.

BWDB reports widespread water-level rises, with the Meghna, Kirtankhola, Bishkhali and other rivers overflowing danger thresholds

Accused trolley man suspended; three-member probe committee formed

Residents of Barishal are grappling with a worsening mosquito infestation, alleging that the Barishal City Corporation’s (BCC) anti-mosquito measures have failed to provide relief.

Low demand after Eid caused sharp fall in farmgate prices, growers say