Rangamati

Rangamati hanging bridge submerged as Kaptai Lake rises

Low-lying areas of Baghaichhari inundated; 16 spillway gates of Kaptai Dam may open tonight
29 August 2026

HC orders survey of Kaptai Lake boundary, seeks list of illegal occupants

Authorities asked to submit report before the court on January 6
16 August 2026

Jayatu Chakma’s artistic world

Discover how artist Jayatu Chakma weaves traditional Chakma identity and indigenous Rangamati heritage into modern art, earning global recognition including the Geneva award while preserving disappearing Chittagong Hill Tracts narratives through tactile canvases.
3 August 2026

Fifa Chakma's path to becoming a celebrated dancer

Discover trained classical dancer Fifa Chakma, whose Rabindra Bharati University scholarship transformed Rangamati traditions. Leading Tapassya Dance Academy, she preserves endangered indigenous forms, empowering next-generation performers across Bangladesh through captivating, culturally rooted Kathak art.
30 July 2026

Fishing ban in Kaptai Lake extended by 10 days

Authorities say fish need more time to grow
27 July 2026

Body of local BNP leader recovered from Kaptai Lake

Md Masud's body was found near the area where his boat was discovered
20 July 2026

Rangamati opens 204 shelters as landslide risk rises after heavy rain

District administration urges residents of high-risk foothill areas to move to safer locations after three days of rain
7 July 2026

Tourist rush overwhelms Bandarban and Rangamati during Eid holidays

Crowds flood hills, lakes, and valleys; hotels and resorts fully booked
23 March 2026
8 February 2026
3 November 2025

Harvest of hope: Rangamati Jhum farmers reap good yield this year

Favourable weather, timely rainfall made significant difference, DAE says
13 October 2025

Why leave Bangladesh? Best places to ring in the new year locally

New Year’s Eve in Bangladesh offers diverse experiences, from the beach tranquillity of Cox's Bazar to Rangamati's vibrant hills, Sundarbans' peaceful silence, Sylhet's serene tea gardens, and Dhaka's energetic celebrations, ensuring memorable moments for all.
30 December 2024

Rangamati’s boxing club: Jabs, hooks, and life-changing stories

Sura Krishna Chakma’s Rangamati W.B. Club uses boxing and Wushu to empower youth with discipline, resilience, and teamwork. This inclusive initiative fosters leadership, combats negative habits, and unites communities, shaping brighter futures in the Hill Tracts.
5 December 2024

Sajek, Khagrachhari open to tourists after month-long restriction

The tourism restriction imposed in Sajek valley of Rangamati and Khagrachhari for over a month was lifted today
5 November 2024

Showbiz stars mobilise to support flood-affected areas

Heavy rains and landslides from upstream India have inundated the southeastern districts of the country. Regions such as Feni, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Cumilla, Habiganj, Moulvibazar, Rangamati, and Khagrachari are struggling with severe flooding. 
24 August 2024

Rangamati's culinary canvas: Where simplicity meets sophistication

In Rangamati, the culinary approach takes a gentle detour from Dhaka's romance with robust spices. Here, the kitchen's philosophy is about understatement – where freshly sourced ingredients' natural flavours are spotlighted. It's a refreshing departure from the spice-intense culinary narrative that Dhaka so proudly narrates.
1 January 2024

Motorcyclist shot dead, another injured in Rangamati

Miscreants shot a motorcyclist dead and injured another at Sajek in Baghaichhari upazila of Rangamati this morning.
30 November 2022

6 places in Bangladesh to visit in winter

Winter lovers often love to travel with layered-up clothes throughout the country, but often end up visiting the same place in other seasons. To change that up, here are the top 6 places to visit in the winter.
15 November 2022

Best locations for a bachelor party in Bangladesh

Before tying the knot, everyone needs to celebrate with their friends one last time. This is why bachelor parties are so significant. Sure, life does not end when you get married of course but priorities change and you no longer get to do a lot of the things you could when you were single, especially with your friends. Bidding farewell to single life should be done properly so let’s plan a sendoff to remember for you by giving you a lowdown on some of the hottest locations.
9 November 2022

Ritu Porna dedicates wonder goal to late brother

Bangladesh women’s football team’s member Ritu Porna Chakma dedicated her wonderful goal against Pakistan on Saturday to her younger brother, who passed away from a tragic accident in June.
11 September 2022