Mango farmers cheerful for early blossoms; but downbeat for cold
RAJSHAHI, Jan 14: Mango growers in Rajshahi are optimistic as early blossoms have begun appearing in orchards even before the end of winter, raising hopes for a good harvest this season.However, persistent cold weather combined with dense fog has also triggered concern over possible disease outbreaks that could threaten the...
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Amnura rail junction lies in neglect
CHAPAINAWABGANJ, Jan 14 (UNB): For generations, Amnura railway junction has connected people, markets and livelihoods across Chapainawabganj and now this station stands worn and overlooked.Established in 1909 as part of the Abdulpur-Malda railway line, the once-busy junction has gradually lost its significance.The passenger shed at the station was declared abandoned...
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Drug-addicted grandson held over grandmother's murder
SYLHET, Jan 13 (UNB): Police arrested a young man on charges of allegedly killing his grandmother after failing to get money for drugs at Kanaighat upazila in Sylhet district.The incident took place late Monday night at Kalinagar Dharmatila village under Laxmiprashadpashim Union.The accused was identified as Abdus Samad, 20. He...
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Three deer poachers held with trawler, traps in Sundarbans
KHULNA, Jan 14 (BSS): Forest guards have arrested three deer poachers from the Kochikhali area of the eastern Sundarbans, seizing an engine-driven trawler and a large quantity of deer-catching traps.The arrest was made during a routine patrol conducted Tuesday night (last night). The detainees were produced before the Bagerhat Court...
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