Bangladesh faces health, economic risks from rising temperature: World Bank

DHAKA, Sept. 16 (Xinhua) -- With rising temperature, Bangladesh is facing physical and mental health risks, along with declining productivity leading to economic loss, said a new World Bank report launched Tuesday. The "An Unsustainable Life: The...

Dhaka reaching boiling point

City’s heat index rising 65% higher than national average, making it a global urban heat hotspot, warns WB report Rising temperatures in Bangladesh are fuelling a surge in heat-related illnesses, causing the loss of 250 million workdays in 2024...

Dhaka heats up — gets 1.4°C warmer in four decades as green cover shrinks

Ways to keep your city cool: Create green spaces to reduce UHI effect by limiting building-to-air heat transfer Use AI, drones to map out potential green zones Keep adequate budget for green spaces Prepare smart city design to mitigate UHI...

Bangladesh expresses readiness to expand imports from the US, aims for deeper trade ties

Image Courtesy: cdn.daily-sun.com Chief Adviser of Bangladesh Muhammad Yunus announced on Monday that Bangladesh is prepared to increase its imports from the United States, expressing optimism that this move will facilitate further tariff...

City Bank, UNFPA sign deal to empower women in healthcare

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has signed a partnership agreement with City Bank PLC under the Komlaphul Pharmacy Initiative to train young women as pharmacy associates across Bangladesh. Catherine Breen Kamkong, UNFPA representative...

Bangladesh-ni chatro-chatrirangko kajia-golmal ong·atanina NIT Silchar-oniko suspend ka·a

Guwahati, Sept 16: Indian Council of Cultural Relations-ni (ICCR) scholarship-ni ning·o National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar-o poraienggipa Bangladesh-ni sakbonga chatro-chatrirangko campus ning·ao kajia-golmalrangko ong·atanina suspend...

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2025 live streaming: When and where to watch BAN vs AFG match for free?

The Asia Cup 2025 is heating up, and as we head into Match 9 on Tuesday, September 16, all eyes will be on Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, where Bangladesh and Afghanistan are set for a high-stakes showdown. This clash isn’t just another group...

Rising temperature taking tolls on Bangladesh

Bangladesh is facing an increasing onslaught of extreme heat events, with temperatures rising at an alarming rate. The economic toll is substantial – up to $1.78 billion, in other words, 0.4% of Bangladesh’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024....

World News | 37 Companies to Export Hilsha Fish from Bangladesh to India for Durga Puja

Dhaka [Bangladesh], September 16 (ANI): Bangladesh Commerce Ministry has approved the export of 1,200 tonnes of Hilsha fish to India on the occasion of the upcoming Durga Puja, subject to conditions, in favor of 37 companies, Bangladesh interim...

Beat the heat – save Dhaka

While Bangladesh ranks second globally in exposure to elevated temperatures, the case of the capital Dhaka, identified as a global hotspot for urban heat, is particularly concerning. Dhaka warmed notably faster than the rest of the country, as...

LDC graduation may challenge Bangladesh's trade opportunities: Tarique

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said Bangladesh’s graduation from the UN’s Least Developed Country (LDC) category in November 2026 is a milestone, but warned that the accompanying risks and challenges to the economy and people must be...

US wants to sell aircraft to Bangladesh

The US wants to export aircraft, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and agricultural products to Bangladesh to expand trade between the two countries, said Paul Frost, the new commercial counsellor at the US embassy in Bangladesh. He made the remarks at...

Woman found hanging at Dhaka’s Chawkbazar

Police recovered the hanging body of a 31-year-old housewife from her house in Chawkbazar area of Dhaka on Tuesday morning. The deceased was identified as Umme Kayes Rinki. She used to live in a rented flat in Posta area with her husband Saidur...

Sports News | Asia Cup: Bangladesh Win Toss, Opt to Bat Against Afghanistan in Must-win Contest

Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 16 (ANI): Bangladesh captain Litton Das won the toss and opted to bat against Afghanistan in the seventh match of the ongoing Asia Cup in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. The tournament has played host to one-sided contests as of...

South Asia Trade Fair 2025 in Dhaka on Sept 18-21

A four-day South Asia Trade Fair-2025 will be held on September 18-21 in the capital, starting Thursday. A press conference was held at the FBCCI's Motijheel office on Tuesday to brief stakeholders about the fair. The fair will showcase various...

Youth’s hanging body recovered at Dhaka’s Kadamtali

The hanging body of a youth was recovered from a flat in Mohammadbagh area under Kadamtali police station in the capital early Tuesday. The deceased was identified as Mohammad Faisal, 28, an employee at a sports goods shop at Gulistan and son of...

Bangladesh ranks second globally in temperature rise

Bangladesh now ranks second in the world in terms of rising temperatures, with alarming consequences for public health and the economy, according to a new study unveiled in the capital on Tuesday. The research, titled “Impact of Heat on...

Yoga: Path to a healthier heart

As we approach World Heart Day on 29 September, it's a timely reminder to prioritise your heart health, particularly in Bangladesh, where cardiovascular diseases are on the rise. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), heart disease is...

Dhaka turns into global hotspot for urban heat: WB

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has been identified as a global hotspot for urban heat, with the city warming notably faster than the rest of the country, according to a World Bank report. Rapid urbanisation, population growth, and unplanned...

World Bank: Bangladesh faces health, economic risks from rising temperature

With rising temperatures, Bangladesh is facing physical and mental health risks, along with declining productivity leading to economic loss, says a new World Bank report launched on Tuesday. The "An Unsustainable Life: The Impact of Heat on Health...