Flood situation in Kurigram district worsened further due to the swelling of major rivers caused by onrush of water from upstream and incessant rainfall, rendering one lakh people marooned. According to the local Water Development Board, the Dharla River was flowing 22 cm above its danger level at Setu point while
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Flights at Sylhet airport cancelled for 3 days from Friday
Sylhet'sMAG Osmani International Airport has been closed for flights operation for three days from Friday due to the deteriorating flood situation in the region. No flights will be operated at the airport for three days from today (Friday), said Hafiz Ahmed, manager of the airport. The notice was issued as the flood