PGCL incurs Tk 90m loss annually
RAJSHAHI, Sept 25: Paschimanchal Gas Company Limited (PGCL) is incurring a loss of Tk 90 million annually as the income of the company did not increase due to absence of new gas connections in Rajshahi. PGCL sources said in Rajshahi city, gas connections through pipelines were given from 2012 to...
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Meteorology deptt to set up 18 AWS in Sylhet division
SYLHET, Sept 25: The Meteorology Department will complete setting up of automatic weather stations (AWS) in 18 upazilas in four districts of Sylhet division. The work will be completed by the end of the current fiscal, an official said on Wednesday.In-charge of Sylhet regional Met office, Senior Meteorologist Sayeed Ahmed...
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13 railway stations in Cumilla district closed in 12 years
CUMILLA, Sept 25: A total of 13 railway stations across the district have been closed down in the last 12 years. Now the closed stations are being used for different purposes. Some stations are used by locals for drying paddy during the harvest season. Many stations are also used for...
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BRRI Aus-48 paddy gains popularity in Magura
MAGURA, Sept 25: Cultivation of BRRI Aus-48 paddy is gaining popularity in the district. Sources said, a good number of farmers said growers generally do not show interest in producing Aus paddy for low production. But BRRI Aus-48 is an exceptional variety. The variety ensures an abundant yield every season,...
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Teesta erosion takes a serious turn in Rajarhat
RANGPUR, Sept 25: Erosion by the river Teesta has taken a serious turn at Chatura area of Rajarhat upazila in Kurigram district, devouring over100 houses in the upazila during last couple of weeks.Besides, a vast tract of crop land including vegetable fields has been engulfed by the river, sources alleged.Because...
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