Mirza Shakil

Tangail’s only gym a Rab camp for 18 years

The only gymnasium and indoor sports facility in Tangail once used to buzz with members engaged in vibrant sports activities and athletics, alongside being a hub for fitness enthusiasts.

5d ago

Release of MV Abdullah: Eid comes three days later for families of crewmen

Eid is about homecoming and family reunion. But this year’s Eid-ul-Fitr brought no such joy for the 23 crewmen of hijacked MV Abdullah.

1w ago

Handlooms fall silent as weavers see profits shrink

Persistent problems, such as the price hike of raw materials and reduced demand, are forcing many weavers in Tangail to leave their profession, with the number of handlooms and artisans rapidly decreasing and many fearing the 200-year-old tradition is nearing a point of no return.

3w ago

A unique alternative to plastic

In rural areas, sheaths (khol) of fallen areca nut leaves are usually used to build fire in earthen stoves for cooking.

3w ago

Drive to recover Louhajang river continues

With the drive to recover the Louhajang river in Tangail municipal area continuing in full swing, the once beautiful river is gradually returning to its previous shape.

3w ago

A timeless tradition

Ahead of every festival, demand for traditional dresses increases all across the country as everyone desires to join the festivities by draping themselves in beautiful clothing.

3w ago

Gridlock feared near Bangabandhu Bridge

Transport workers have expressed concern over severe gridlock near Bangabandhu Bridge during Eid journey this year, despite various steps taken to facilitate a hassle-free journey.

4w ago

A hidden gem of Tangail

When it comes to sweets, Tangail is mostly known for the famous Porabari Chamcham.

March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024

Battling real-life odds in the ring of dreams

Hafizur Rahman's tale embodies the indomitable spirit that defines a true martial artist.

February 16, 2024
February 16, 2024

Couple find success with mushrooms

Saiful Islam, 34, a resident of Rashra village in Tangail’s Basail upazila, sold a piece of his land and borrowed some money to go to Saudi Arabia with a job.

February 5, 2024
February 5, 2024

Tangail Sari: Collective apathy to blame for GI fiasco

As India’s geographical indication (GI) recognition of Tangail sari sparked widespread outcry and criticism around Bangladesh, including on social media, questions have emerged about why Bangladesh failed to get GI recognition despite being a rightful claimant

February 4, 2024
February 4, 2024

Bridge left incomplete for three years

The construction work of Khakuriya Bridge on Dhalapara-Purbasinda road in Tangail’s Ghatail upazila remains incomplete almost two years past its deadline, leaving residents of 40 villages with untold sufferings.

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

As our rivers lay dying

Rivers don’t live anymore, they merely exist. They exist as relics of their halcyon days when rivers were truly wild, mysterious, free -- or as a character in their own story, as told through poetry and music.

January 31, 2024
January 31, 2024

Waste management a far cry in Tangail

At the very entrances of Tangail district town -- on Tangail-Mymensingh highway in north, Tangail-Aricha highway in south, and Dhaka-Tangail highway in east --  await heaps of garbage dumped by municipality authorities after collecting from households.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

When the hills cry for help

Once what were beautiful hillocks of red earth, are now barren lands.

January 22, 2024
January 22, 2024

Cold takes a toll on children

A high number of patients are turning up at hospitals in Tangail with cold-related health complications, amid the ongoing cold wave over the last couple of weeks.

January 21, 2024
January 21, 2024

Madhupur Sal Forest: Of deforestation and vanishing wildlife

The Madhupur Sal Forest in Tangail, once teeming with diverse wildlife such as peacocks, wild buffalo, and deer, is now facing a devastating impact from deforestation, food shortages, and poaching.

January 20, 2024
January 20, 2024

Spending Tk 1.38cr in vain

Once a vibrant waterway in Tangail, Sundari canal is now on its deathbed as a result of pollution and encroachment.

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