Non‑biodegradable waste clogs the Mayur River in Khulna, disrupting its flow and causing severe pollution. Polythene, plastic bottles, and other discarded materials are narrowing the channel, leading to stagnant water and raising the risk of waterlogging during the monsoon. The pollution also threatens local livelihoods, agriculture, and aquatic life. The photo was taken in the Gallamari area yesterday. Photo: Habibur Rahman

Motorcyclists line up at a municipality office in Thakurgaon town yesterday to collect “fuel cards” now mandatory from April 5 amid the ongoing fuel crisis. Similar lines were seen at UNO, municipality, and DC offices in the district as drivers scrambled to secure the required permits. PHOTO: MD QUAMRUL ISLAM RUBAIYAT

Illegally parked buses in the middle of the road obstructing vehicular movement and triggering traffic congestion near the Mohakhali bus stand in Dhaka yesterday. PHOTO: PALASH KHAN