Toxic pollution

Illegal lead plant leaves Munshiganj villagers choking on toxic smoke

As residents press for soil and water testing, environmental advocates say Hatkhan’s case highlights Bangladesh’s wider struggle to control...

36 million Bangladesh children exposed to lead as budget offers no response

Bangladesh faces a worsening childhood lead poisoning crisis, with 36 million children at risk, yet the proposed FY2026-27 budget...

Illegal lead smelting unit shut again in Barguna amid enforcement concerns

Authorities shut an illegal lead smelting unit in Barguna again after residents reported toxic smoke, raising concerns over weak...