Cattle graze on Tk 50cr idle land port
9 September 2026
Built at a cost of nearly Tk 50 crore, Balla land port in the north-eastern district of Habiganj now stands largely unused, with parts of its infrastructure overrun by jungle and cattle grazing on the premises.
9 September 2026
Cattle graze on Tk 50cr idle land port
8 September 2026
According to locals, the project was taken up because of the “special interest” of a senior government official from Habiganj. The Bangladesh Land Port Authority chairman, however, rejected the claim, saying there was no official reference to support it.
8 September 2026
Large teak tree felled and stolen from Lawachara National Park
7 September 2026
Forest guards and beat officer were at Jankichhara camp gate and main gate at the time of the incident
7 September 2026
Three floods in two months, and no time to recover
5 September 2026
Habiganj’s Kaliganj residents struggle to repair homes and recover losses as repeated flooding hits at least 30 villages
5 September 2026
Century-old Shamshernagar station buried under mountain of garbage
22 August 2026
With no permanent dumping site, commuters, traders and residents face stench, insects and health concerns every day
22 August 2026
BNP, AL leaders among 20 accused in Satchari tree-felling case
20 August 2026
Forest Department files case on instructions from PMO and environment ministry
20 August 2026
Tea workers intensify protests for Tk 500 daily wage
17 August 2026
Protests spread as workers reject 5% wage increment and demand union election
17 August 2026
Vacancies, silted ponds leave Moulvibazar govt fish farm struggling
16 August 2026
It can produce only a fraction of the district's demand amid manpower shortages and ageing infrastructure
16 August 2026
Polythene bag use in Moulvibazar rampant
Despite a nationwide ban, use of polythene bags continues to increase in all over Moulvibazar including in rural areas.
28 December 2024
12 Govt Primary Schools: Expansion work stalled for 3 years
The expansion work of 12 government primary schools in Madhabpur upazila in Habiganj, under the Fourth Primary Education Development Project (PEDP 4), has been stalled for over three years now.
28 December 2024
Incomplete bridge approach road turns commute risky
The renovation and expansion work of the approach road of Shibpasha Bridge in Ajmeriganj upazila of Habiganj has remained incomplete well past its stipulated deadline
26 December 2024
Christmas brings no joy for Khasis
Christmas this year carries a shadow of uncertainty for the residents of South Dimai Punjee village, a local Khasi community in Moulvibazar’s Barlekha upazila.
24 December 2024
A treasure under threat of encroachment
The Lawachhara National Park has long been the victim of continuous encroachment over the years. According to local environmentalists, approximately 250 acres of the park is currently occupied, mostly by various local influential figures.
14 December 2024
A treasure under threat of encroachment
Around 250 acres of Lawachhara National Park remain occupied
14 December 2024
Once it was a river!
Along Motiganj village under Sreemangal upazila of Moulvibazar, there is a narrow channel that somewhat resembles a canal.
5 December 2024
Zahir: A lawyer who terrorised Habiganj
Md Abu Zahir, a former Awami League lawmaker, gained notoriety for orchestrating an extensive network of land grabbing and extortion throughout Habiganj
4 December 2024
Tea workers end strike as NTC agrees to pay arrears
For three months, 12,000 workers across NTC's 12 tea gardens have gone unpaid, leaving them struggling to afford basic necessities. Many have turned to low-wage, irregular jobs as daily work
3 December 2024
Garo community rituals kick off as Wangala festival begins
The air is filled with the sound of drums, signalling the start of rehearsals for the festival that marks the Garo community’s New Year celebrations
30 November 2024
Khasi people now will hold ‘Seng Kut Snem’
festival over financial hardships, the indigenous Khasi community in the greater Sylhet region yesterday said they will be celebrating their New Year celebration as usual, thanks to the government’s promise of full support.
22 November 2024
10 weeks unpaid: Thousands of tea workers suffer severe hardship
There are 12 tea plantations in Bangladesh owned by NTC, employing 11,286 workers
22 November 2024
A dumping zone called Manu river
The Manu river in Moulvibazar is facing severe pollution as various types of waste, including household garbage, are routinely dumped along its banks.
14 November 2024
Preparations in full swing for Maha Raas Leela festival
The festival will take place on Friday, November 15, across different areas of the upazila, especially in Madhabpur and Adampur, where most Manipuri people live
12 November 2024
Orange growers struggle with infestation
The decline began with an infestation of white insects that drew moisture from the roots, making the trees vulnerable to further damage by termites
11 November 2024
No let-up in stealing of trees
Illegal cutting and theft of teak (shegun) trees continue in the Motijheel area of Moulvibazar's Juri upazila, causing concern among locals who feel that authorities are not taking enough action in this regard
10 November 2024
Tea production takes a hit from bad weather
Tea production in Bangladesh will likely decline this year due to adverse weather, namely sporadic bursts of rain and subsequent flooding, according to market players.
3 November 2024
Illegal fish market on RHD land
Influential quarters have continued constructing an illegal market by occupying a portion of land owned by the Roads and Highways Department (RHD) in Habiganj town.
31 October 2024
Puja brings no joy to tea workers
Tea worker Anima Bauri’s family consists of eight members, all dependent on her for their livelihood.
30 October 2024
Puja brings no joy to tea workers
'I've gone without wages for the last six weeks. Each day is a challenge, as we survive on just water, salt, and rice'
30 October 2024