Tag: environment
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Ghazipur’s rivers: Turag and Lobondoho pollution crisis exposed. Exclusive Interview with the Chairman of River Foundation
prothom hello , How many pollution points have you discovered in Ghazipur? Monir Hussain: According to my study, there are 19 rivers in Ghazipur. These are Turag, Chilai, Lobondoho, Balu, Shitlakkha, Old Brahmaputra, Khiro, Paruli, Shuti, Banar, Nagda, Lauhajong, Bangshi, Shaldaho, Shutia, Gollar, Naljuri, Konai and Tongi rivers. In fact there may be more. Of…
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Pollution persists due to lack of political will: Syeda Rizwana Hasan
Syeda Rizwana Hasan highlighted that 3,000 factories in the country are producing 14 million polythene bags every day. He suggested using eco-friendly biodegradable indigenous materials like jute, cloth etc. instead of single-use plastics for product packaging and everyday shopping. He said this approach will not only protect the environment but also contribute to the expansion…
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Growing threat of illegal brick kilns: Environmental disaster looms
Despite various efforts of the government, the number of illegal brick kilns is increasing in the country, resulting in air pollution and environmental disaster. Although the Environment Department runs a campaign to shut down illegal brick kilns, the kilns restart after a few days. Half of the brick kilns do not even have environment clearance…
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Australian natives fail in attempt to stop big gas project
Santos has previously said he respects “the cultural heritage of the Tiwi people”, while insisting there are no significant risks associated with the 260 kilometers (160 mi) pipeline. The pipeline passes close to the Tiwi Islands, a sparsely populated archipelago about 80 kilometers (50 mi) off the coast of Darwin in northern Australia. About 90…
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High Court imposes injunction on Savar housing projects for Bamni canal violation
The High Court has imposed a prohibition on all development activities, including filling of soil in Bamni canal by three housing projects in Savar, Dhaka. The HC bench of Justice Mustafa Zaman Islam and Justice MD Attabullah issued the direction after hearing a writ. The three housing companies are Zam Zam Noor City, SA Housing…
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Microplastics studied in penguin droppings and water in the Antarctic
“Except if they are brought by ocean currents from other parts of the planet or originate in Antarctica itself.” Ruberto said microplastics – particles smaller than five millimeters – were a global problem due to the widespread use of plastics and were harmful to life, as they are often ingested, causing accumulation within organisms that…
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Many birds die in Dhaka alone during New Year celebrations
Many birds die in Dhaka alone during New Year celebrations
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Cold wave forecast: How long will the cold last?
Cold wave forecast: How long will the cold last?
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The world’s largest iceberg has broken and headed towards the Southern Ocean
The world’s largest iceberg is slipping for the first time in more than three decades, scientists said Friday. At about 4,000 square km (1,500 sq mi), the Antarctic iceberg, named A23a, is about three times the size of New York City. Since breaking away from West Antarctica’s Filchner-Rhône Ice Shelf in 1986, the iceberg –…
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Who will stop the attack of sand robbers in reserved forests?
Who will stop the attack of sand robbers in reserved forests?
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Cyclone ‘Midhili’: Tip reaches coast
The tip of cyclone ‘Midhili’ formed in the Bay of Bengal has reached the coastline. Due to its effect, the wind speed has increased on the coasts of Chattogram and Cox’s Bazar. The Meteorological Department says that the center or eye of the cyclone may hit the coast of Bangladesh by Friday evening. Bangladesh Meteorological…
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US Ambassador Peter Haas meets Saber Hussain Chaudhry: Strengthening partnership to address the challenges of climate change
US Ambassador Peter Haas held a meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Special Envoy for Environment and Climate Change Sabar Hussain Chaudhary for about one and a half hours. Peter Haas went to the residence of MP Sabar Hussain Chaudhary in Paribag on Monday afternoon. Speaking to Prothom Alo after the meeting, Sabar Hossain Chowdhury…
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Preventing catastrophic environmental tipping points: Insights from a UN report
The melting of glaciers driven by climate change is directly linked to an increase in extreme heat, which has caused an average of more than 500,000 deaths annually over the past two decades. The report said high humidity makes the heat more unbearable by hindering sweat evaporation and limiting the body’s natural cooling system. When…
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Decline in climate funding shows action is being disrupted as needs grow: UN
The United Nations said on Thursday that international funding for climate resilience in developing countries has declined in 2021 despite rapidly increasing impacts, as Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that action is “stalling” despite the growing need to protect people. Has been. Many developing economies are least culpable for the greenhouse gases driving global warming, with…
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Meta title: Fireworks display banned during Cricket World Cup due to pollution in India
India captain Rohit Sharma said on Wednesday, “I mean, in an ideal world, you don’t want a situation like this, but I am sure that the people concerned are taking necessary steps to avoid situations like this.” “ “This is not ideal, everyone knows that. But obviously, looking at our future generation, your children, my…