Unrelenting river erosion poses big washout risk

MANIKGANJ, Mar 29: After last year's intensive river erosion, the Paturia Launch Ghat in Shibalaya upazila of Manikganj has yet to undergo any permanent repair, raising fear that the ghat could be completely washed away in the upcoming monsoon.The Paturia-Daulatdia river route is one of the most vital waterways connecting...

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Mosquito attack an escalating threat

CUMILLA, Mar 29: Residential students at Cumilla Victoria Government College in Cumilla are grappling with a severe mosquito infestation that has intensified over recent weeks, raising concerns about dengue, chikungunya, and malaria. A ground survey revealed that scattered garbage, leftover food, and clogged drains across the degree section are creating...

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Train crash kills mentally retarded man at Lalmonirhat level crossing

LALMONIRHAT, Mar 29 (UNB): A man died after being hit by a train at the Sukan Dighi level crossing in Kaliganj upazila of Lalmonirhat on Sunday morning.The deceased was Ayub Ali, 60, son of Monir Uddin of the area.Police and locals said the mentally unstable man lay down on the...

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Man succumbs to injuries after clash with brother

NAOGAON, Mar 29 (UNB): A man who was seriously injured during a family dispute in Manda upazila of Naogaon has died while undergoing treatment.Ashraful Islam Phulon, 35, died at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital on Saturday evening.He was a resident of Bankura village in Kashab union of Manda upazila and the...

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