Environment

Govt to subsidise jute bags to curb polythene use: Rizwana

Staff Correspondent: Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Sunday said the government will begin distributing eco-friendly jute bags at subsidised rates to reduce the country’s dependence on polythene. “Bangladesh banned

Snail-mussel destruction goes on unabated in Chalan Beel

Joynal Abedin Siam: The destruction of snail and mussel is going on unabated in greater Chalan Beel of Tarash upazila in Sirajganj district that posing serious threat to the biodiversity.

Investment needed in food, water, air and nature protection: Rizwana

Staff Correspondent: Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and the Ministry of Water Resources, has underscored the urgent need for greater investment in

Toxic air cuts Bangladeshi life expectancy by 5.5 yrs: report

Staff Correspondent: Air pollution is slashing the average Bangladeshi’s life expectancy by 5.5 years, making it the country’s deadliest external health risk, according to a new report released on Thursday.

Environment Department in Sirajganj: Where environmental clearances are available only if you have money!

Special Correspondent & Saidul Islam Abir: Believe it or not, however it is truth that, environmental clearances are available here just if you have money. Such allegation has intensified around

If sustainable submersible dams built in haor, agro production will increase: Rizwana

TDS Desk: Water Resources Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Wednesday said if sustainable submersible dams are built in haor region, it will increase production in the agricultural sector, ensure the