Sylhet

The Zakiganj Gas Field in Sylhet has reopened after landowners removed a 10-day lock following assurances from the administration over compensation and land acquisition payments.

RAB-9 and RAB-11 have arrested two fugitives wanted in the murder of Nayan Mia following a land dispute in Baniachong, Habigan

Sylhet has hosted its first full marathon as the July Marathon 2026 brought together more than 100 runners from across Bangladesh.

A fire destroyed the home of two retired teachers in Zakiganj, Sylhet, burning cash, gold jewellery, pension documents and other valuables worth nearly Tk 3 million.

A five-year-old child died after falling into an uncovered septic tank at Gachhbari Bazar in Kanaighat, Sylhet, on Friday evening.

A modern, wider and durable bridge will be built over the Kapna River in Gowainghat, Sylhet, replacing the old narrow bridge and easing long-standing travel difficulties.

Sylhet has strong potential to export agricultural products to the UK and Europe, but the lack of a packing house at Osmani International Airport is blocking exports.

A Tk 15 million bridge project at Satchari National Park in Habiganj has faced allegations of irregularities after parts of the approach road and guide wall collapsed before inauguration.

A man dies in a family dispute in Dowarabazar, Sunamganj. Police detain wife and mother-in-law as investigation continues into the cause of death.

Sylhet Metropolitan Police bans drones within 500 meters and up to 2 km altitude during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s visit, warning of strict legal action for violations.

Sylhet City Corporation distributes Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s Eid grant to 827 sanitation workers, providing Tk 5,000 each ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Potential BNP mayoral candidates in Sylhet begin early campaigning for Sylhet City Corporation elections using Eid greetings banners, billboards, and posters across the city.