One of Sylhet’s prime tourist attractions, the Sada Pathor area in Bholaganj, Companiganj Upazila, has witnessed unprecedented plunder. Once known for its breathtaking white stones, the site is now scarred and faded, with its natural charm almost obliterated. Today, in the so-called “Kingdom of Stones” in Sylhet, there are no stones left. What once were […]

The ‘Shada Pathar’ (White Stone) area in Bholaganj, a major tourist attraction in Companiganj Upazila, Sylhet, has suffered what has been described as unprecedented plunder. Once known for its enchanting natural beauty, the site now stands almost colourless, scarred, and damaged. Adviser Expresses Frustration Environmental and Climate Change Affairs Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan expressed deep […]

Global rice prices have fallen to their lowest level in eight years. This decline is attributed to record production and India lifting its export restrictions, which increased supply in the international market. The export price of Thailand’s 5% broken white rice is considered a benchmark for the global market. Recently, the price has dropped to […]