Barishal

Photo: Amader Barishal
Crime

Extortion thwarts Barishal BSCIC's growth

Factory owners association president Mizanur Rahman said we are now being victims of physical assaults and mental torture after investing hundreds of crore of taka

Barishal’s bright light
Industry

Barishal’s bright light

Four accused children in Barishal rape case. Photo: Somoy News.
Crime

Four children accused of rape freed on bail in Barishal

Pink lilies in the 1,200-acre beel at Satla of Uzirpur in Barishal district are a rare invitation for the nature enthusiasts. The photo was taken recently. Photo: M Jahirul Islam Jewel
Features

A piece of heaven on earth!

Fortune shines
Industry

Fortune shines

File Photo: Women workers make shoes on the factory floor of Fortune Footwear Ltd in Barishal BSCIC Industrial Estate. The ompany has strongly returned to production as the export-oriented shoe manufacturer has a good number of work orders. Photo: TBS
Industry

Fortune turns 4,000 village women into skilled shoemakers

A farmer examines coconut leaves in Barishal, as a sudden attack by foreign insects called “Whiteflies” are drying up the leaves. Photo: TBS
Bazaar

Pest attack worries Barishal coconut farmers

The floating rice market on the Sandhya River has been operating for around 200 years at Banaripara in Barishal. Photo: TBS
Bazaar

Pandemic hits Barishal floating rice market

Tidal surges, heavy rains cause sudden flooding in coastal areas
Environment

Tidal surges, heavy rains cause sudden flooding in coastal areas

Photo: Mumit M/TBS
Markets

Hilsa dearer in Barishal fish markets due to poor catch

Floating guava market in Jhalakathi. TBS Photo
Bazaar

Youths initiative bridges guava farmers, consumers

A ship is being built at a yard in Barishal. Shipyards in the region are capable of making ships for the international market. TBS Photo
Industry

Barishal shipyards capable of building vessels for international market

Guava farmers bring up their produce at the floating market in Jhalakathi with the apprehension that they will not be able to make a good business for lack of customers amid pandemic. Photo: TBS
Bazaar

Barishal guava farmers fear low customer turnout