February 19, 2026
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Rising debt and weak governance raise alarm in Bangladesh

A new study warns Bangladesh’s foreign debt has quadrupled since 2009, with energy and infrastructure projects plagued by corruption, cost overruns and weak governance,...

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Climate, memory shape architecture: Kashef Chowdhury Book

At Dhaka launch, Aga Khan Award-winning architect Kashef Chowdhury...

Bangladesh launches first automated pivot irrigation

Bangladesh has launched its first automated center-pivot irrigation system,...

India budget fuels growth but exposes climate gaps

Experts warn India’s 2026–27 Budget prioritises GDP-led growth while...

Climate diplomacy advances despite global political turmoil

Despite political shocks worldwide, climate diplomacy is advancing through...

Thakurgaon village revives wild greens winter festival

Women in Sonapatila, Thakurgaon, revive the Shak Pitari winter...

Sirajganj fish hub faces threat to 23 native species

Chalan Beel in Sirajganj produces more fish than local...

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Bangladesh marks fishing cat day as deaths halve

Bangladesh observes Fishing Cat Conservation Day, reporting a sharp...

Sundarbans awareness event sparks habitat pressure fears

An awareness programme held deep inside Bangladesh’s Sundarbans has...

Bangladesh urges gender-responsive energy policies

At a national conference, policymakers and experts urged stronger...

Bangladesh hires UK firm in Adani power dispute

Bangladesh has appointed a UK law firm to represent...

Bangladesh youth lead fight against toxic lead pollution

Youth activists across Bangladesh are confronting a hidden lead...

Robot dog tested to protect forests from climate threat

An AI-powered robotic dog is being tested by Oxford...
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DEBT FOR L&D SWAP: Bangladesh’s triple-win solution to rehabilitate climate refugees

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Why keeping the hope of the 1.5°c goal matters

At COP30, scientists and leaders warn that holding the...

Bangladesh group urges green focus in election pledges

Plantation Foundation calls on Bangladesh’s political parties to place...

Tangail authorities demolish illegal lead plants

Authorities in Tangail demolished two illegal lead battery recycling...