The dust-covered face is that of Kalam Hawlader, 75, who mixes cement, sand, and stone in a concrete mixer for roof casting work all day. Without any protective gear, he is highly susceptible to respiratory illnesses from constant exposure to fine particles. The photo was taken yesterday in Barishal city. Today is International Labour Day. Photo: Titu Das

Several paddy fields have gone under water at Gollapara village in Tanore upazila, Rajshahi. A farmer was seen cutting paddy and ferrying it home by boat yesterday. He said due to low prices he will struggle to recover production costs. The photo was taken yesterday afternoon. Photo: Azahar Uddin

Members from low-income families queue behind a TCB truck to purchase essential food items at subsidised prices. Many are increasingly reliant on the government programme as it provides basic goods, such as rice and lentils, at lower-than-market prices amid rising living costs. The photo was taken in Dhaka’s Shyamoli area yesterday. Photo: Prabir Das