Use of decorative lights continues despite government ban

Although the government has ordered all stores and shopping malls to turn off external decorative lighting amid fuel supply crisis with the war expanding in the Middle East, shops in Rajshahi, Sylhet and Chattogram have turned a deaf ear.Our correspondent from Rajshahi writes, extensive use of electricity has sparked concerns...

Chandpur customers enjoy watermelons amid ample supply

CHANDPUR, Mar 18: Most of Chandpur's soil is not good for growing watermelons, but residents have been enjoying the fruit ahead of summer - albeit paying high prices - owing to smooth supply in ample quantity from southern districts.These days have been sunny in Chandpur, while the weather is hot...