Against the backdrop of rising tides and saltwater-soaked lands, the stage drama “Nona Joler Kanna” (Tears of Saline Water) took centre stage at Asilaha Auditorium, delivering a powerful portrayal of the everyday hardships faced by coastal communities in Bagerhat. 

Bangladesh should work on the young population now for future development as the country has only 15 years left to reap the benefits of the demographic dividend, an economist said today.

Cities hardly have any public place where women do feel safe, be it hospital, public transport or police station, according to a research by ActionAid Bangladesh.