Environment

Govt issues two new ordinances to protect biodiversity, wildlife

Govt issues two new ordinances to protect biodiversity, wildlife

The interim government issued two ordinances related to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change for the protection of the country's biodiversity and wildlife. The ordinance, Wildlife (Conservation and Protection) Ordinance, 2026, was published in the form of a gazette on Wednesday o

Temp dips to 6.8°C in Panchagarh as cold spell prevails

Temp dips to 6.8°C in Panchagarh as cold spell prevails

The cold wave and dense fog are likely to persist for several more days across the country, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). The overall weather situation would remain dry with a temporary partly cloudy sky during the next 24 hours, commencing from 9:00am Friday, said t

Up to 12 years in jail for tiger, elephant poaching

Up to 12 years in jail for tiger, elephant poaching

The interim government has passed the Wildlife (Conservation and Security) Ordinance, introducing provisions for up to 12 years’ imprisonment and a fine of up to Tk 1.5 million for repeat offences such as hunting tigers or elephants. The ordinance was issued on Wednesday by the Law and Parli

Are environmental crimes acknowledged enough?

Are environmental crimes acknowledged enough?

When we think of crime, we mostly picture handcuffs, courtrooms, and crime scenes splashed with police tape. Rarely do we imagine a river slowly turning black, a forest vanishing overnight, or children breathing toxic air as victims of crime. Think about something- when a m


UK records hottest and sunniest year ever in 2025

UK records hottest and sunniest year ever in 2025

Britain experienced its hottest and sunniest year on record in 2025, surpassing the previous high set in 2022, the national weather service said on Friday, as persistent high-pressure systems and unusually warm seas drove up temperatures. The Met Office said the average annual temperature was 10.0

Cold wave to persist for 2-3 more days: BMD

Cold wave to persist for 2-3 more days: BMD

The current cold wave sweeping parts of the country will continue for two to three more days, according to Bangladesh Metrological Department.  Bangladesh is experiencing an intensified cold spell, with dense fog and chilly winds affecting daily life across the country.  Shahanaz Sultana,

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