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- Climate change is shrinking glaciers faster than ever
- CIA plans largest mass firing in nearly 50 years: New York Times
- Gill’s ton guides India to a comfortable win over Bangladesh
- Netanyahu orders 'intensive' West Bank operations after Israel bus blasts
- IGP pays tribute to language heroes
- Investigation underway into 2 former BB governors, 53 officials
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- Trump seeks to reshape Asia's energy supplies with US gas
- Chief adviser pays tribute to language martyrs
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- US designates major cartels, transnational organizations as terrorist groups
- Partly cloudy skies expected over Dhaka
- Govt initiates action against ex-DCs
Rizwana calls for plastic-free mindset
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Monday urged the countrys universities to take meaningful steps toward eliminating plastic waste and setting up an example for other institutions, reports BSS. Once BRAC University finalises its action plan for a plastic-free...
Rizwana seeks int’l support in comprehensive river restoration efforts
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan has called on the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and other bilateral and multilateral partners to aid Bangladesh in creating a successful example of river restoration. Emphasizing the need for a network of rivers to be restored...
‘Cultural practice is crucial for sustainable environmental dev’
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan emphasized the vital role of cultural practice in fostering sustainable environmental and social development. Culture and the environment are interconnected, and a healthy cultural practice can contribute positively to...
Social forestry beneficiaries to receive climate trust fund
Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Syeda Rizwana Hasan announced that beneficiaries of social forestry would receive equivalent compensation from the Climate Trust Fund instead of relying on profits from tree sales. Speaking at a discussion meeting on Sunday in...
'Interim government can’t resolve all issues quickly'
Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain said, it is not possible for the Interim Government to resolve all issues quickly. He made this remark at the inauguration ceremony of the six canal renovation project under the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) and Dhaka South City...
Fishing cats conservation essential for environment: Rizwana
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has said fishing cats and all other endangered species must be protected from cruelty as this is not merely an issue of animal rights but a crucial step toward environmental protection. Offenders must be held accountable and brought to justice, she said at...
Strict action against attackers of DoE director: Rizwana Hasan
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has condemned the attack on Md Shawkat Ali, a director of the Department of Environment (DoE), during an anti-polythene campaign, assuring strict legal action against the perpetrators. The adviser visited Shawkat Alis residence to inquire about his health...
Govt to launch campaign to restore Tangail sal forest
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has announced that the government will launch a campaign to restore the sal forest in Tangail from March. Emphasising the importance of restoring lost forests for nature conservation, she said that collective...
Drive against illegal polythene bags will continue: Rizwana
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan said the drive against illegal polythene bags will continue despite resistance from vested quarters. Speaking at a virtual meeting with deputy commissioners on Sunday, she emphasized that illegal production and distribution of...
Adviser Rizwana urges unity for a democratic and inclusive Bangladesh
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has called for rising above narrow-mindedness to build a democratic, non-discriminatory and inclusive Bangladesh, reports UNB. She emphasised that the sacrifices made during the July Uprising by students set a powerful example for reshaping the nation....
Netherlands pledges support for Bangladesh’s environmental and water management priorities
André Carstens, Head of Mission of the Netherlands to Bangladesh, meet with Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, at her office in the Secretariat on Tuesday. During the meeting, both parties discussed avenues...
Concerted effort should be taken to promote hilly areas products nationwide: Rizwana
Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change Syeda Rizwana Hasan has said that a concerted effort is needed to promote the versatile products of Coxs Bazar and the hilly areas such as bamboo, cane, handicrafts, honey, and hill fruits in the countrys market. Its important to...
Talks likely with political parties over reforms in Feb: Rizwana
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has said the Interim Government is hopeful to initiate formal talks with political parties next month for reaching a consensus on reform agenda. I think talks with political parties can begin formally in the middle of February, she told in a press briefing...
Govt taking steps to alleviate public suffering from air pollution – Rizwana Hasan
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan reaffirmed the governments commitment to combat air pollution with targeted actions to reduce its impact on public health. She highlighted measures such as controlling road dust and reducing waste burning as immediate steps to...
Collective action needed to protect environment, uplift communities
Environment adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan stressed the critical role of women alongside men in promoting environmental conservation and climate resilience. We must commit to collective efforts to address societal challenges and uplift communities, she said, adding: By securing equity and sharing...
‘No matter how powerful the occupants are, action will be taken’
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change,and the Ministry of Water Resources stated that strict measures would be taken to protect forests and the environment. She narrated, No matter how powerful the illegal occupants are, action will be taken...
We must build national consensus on reforms: Rizwana
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, emphasized the need to build national consensus on reforms. She said that achieving national consensus on reforms may require some compromises, and we must be prepared to...
Initial report of probe body to be submitted within 3 days: Rizwana
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Thursday said the high-profile probe committee formed by the government to investigate the Secretariat fire incident would submit its primary report within the next three days, reports UNB. We want a thorough and extensive investigation. The government...
'Government is working to protect nature & the environment with public participation'
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, and the Ministry of Water Resources, said that the government is working with the public to protect nature and the environment. Initiatives have been taken to transform institutions like the Department of...
‘Joint drives will be strengthened against hill cutting, air pollution, and banned polythene’
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan said that district administrations, city corporations, and the Department of Environment will strengthen joint mobile courts to combat hill cutting, air pollution, and the use of banned polythene. She made these remarks at a...
'Contribution of Hasan Ariff to environmental justice will be remembered forever'
Adviser to the Ministries of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change and Water Resources Syeda Rizwana Hasan, has stated that the late A.F. Hasan Ariff was an exemplary lawyer whose contributions to establishing environmental justice, in addition to his professional responsibilities, remain...
Rizwana condoles death of Hassan Ariff
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Friday expressed profound shock and grief at the death Adviser for Civil Aviation and Tourism A F Hassan Ariff, reports BSS. In a message of condolence, Rizwana prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed deep...
Coordinated approach to address climate impacts on agriculture: Rizwana
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, stated that addressing the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture requires a coordinated approach. To achieve this, the Ministries of Agriculture, Water...
Rizwana seeks Nordic support to establish elephant wildlife sanctuary and prioritize river cleaning
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, Climate Change, and Water Resources, has called for Nordic supportboth financial and technicalin establishing a wildlife sanctuary for captivite elephants. She also emphasized that cleaning up rivers across Bangladesh remains a...
Strict action to be taken against encroachers of rivers and forest lands: Environment Advisor
Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, Climate Change and Water Resources Syeda Rizwana Hasan said strict action will be taken against those who encroach on rivers and forest lands. The government is working to keep the environment free from pollution. Development activities are being...
New rules to empower police in tackling 'Noise Pollution': Adviser Rizwana Hasan
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan announced that new rules to control noise pollution will be finalized in December, granting police greater authority to address the issue. Speaking at an awareness program in Gulshan, she stressed that fines and jail terms alone are not enough to combat...
Political clouds with India cleared for mutual benefit: Adviser Rizwana
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has highlighted the importance of clearing the political clouds that once overshadowed Bangladesh-India relations, emphasising the need for fostering a harmonious partnership between the two nations. The political clouds that...
Govt committed to ensuring cost-effective, high-quality energy: Rizwana Hasan
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, said that the interim government is working to ensure a sustainable, cost-effective, and high-quality energy sector. She highlighted that the government will adopt necessary policies and legal frameworks to...