Environment/Science

Bangladesh gears up to tackle Cyclone Mocha, 50,000 people evacuated to safe shelters

Dhaka: Bangladesh, a nation that has faced the brunt of several cyclones in the past, has evacuated over 50,000 people to safe shelters as Cyclone Mocha has intensified into an extremely severe cyclonic storm over the east central Bay of Bengal. more

Seven die as Cyclone Sitrang hits Bangladesh

Dhaka: At least seven people died due to collapse of brick railing and falling down of trees as Cyclone Sitrang hit Bangladesh on Tuesday.

Bangladesh: Cyclone Sitrang likely to make landfall tomorrow

Dhaka: With Cyclone Sitrang moving closer, Bangladesh authorities have suspended river transports from Sadarghat to the southern districts, media reports said.

Bangladesh to seek formation of USD 100 billion annual fund in climate summit

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will urge formation of a USD100 billion annual global climate fund and seek support for her country in expanding its renewable energy sector in her ...

Rohingya encroachment aiding landslides in Bangladesh, says Minister

Dhaka: With frequent deaths occurring in Bangladesh due to landslides, the country's Forest and Environment Minister Anisul Islam Mahmud said that illegal Rohingya establishments need ...

Cyclone Mora hits Bangladesh, thousands evacuated

Dhaka, May 30 (JEN): Cyclone Mora has hit the coast of Bangladesh on Tuesday morning, lashing the country's south-eastern parts, reports said.

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