A heatwave is currently sweeping over Bangladesh, bringing life-threatening temperatures that have left many wondering why conditions resemble those of the Arabian desert. The extreme heat has significantly disrupted daily life, prompting the Bangladesh Meteorological Department to issue heat warnings as residents eagerly await relief from rain. The oppressive temperatures have led many to stay indoors, resulting in deserted roads even on weekdays. This change in behaviour has also impacted bus

A spike in power usage from artificial intelligence (AI) data centers could significantly boost natural gas demand in the second half of the decade, analysts at investment banker Tudor Pickering Holt & Co said in a report on Tuesday. As much as 8.5 billion cubic feet per day of natural gas could be required additionally to match the rise in demand, the report added. WHY ITS IMPORTANT U.S. power and technology companies have expressed concerns that the countrys electrical systems are not expandin

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today said Bangladesh needs US$ 534 billion to address climate change impact by 2050 and that is why international financial support is a must for implementing climate plans. Bangladesh is committed to working collaboratively with international partners to build climate resilience, he said while addressing a technical session of the National Adaptation Plan Expo 2024 at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre here. Speak

State-owned oil, gas and minerals corporation Petrobangla seeks to complete the drilling of a total of 48 wells at different gas fields hoping to add 618 mmcfd to the national grid by 2025. This will be done through Petrobanglas own companies and outsourcing of contractors by next year. Were very serious about implementing the plan on time and if necessary, we will seek a waiver from the provision of a mandatory feasibility study to avoid a time consuming process, said a top official of the Petr

Severe heat wave is sweeping Khulna division and Rajshahi, Pabna and Tangail districts, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department. The heat wave condition will remain unchanged for the five days commencing 9 am on Saturday, it predicted. Countrys highest temperature was recoded in Chuadanga at 41 degree Celsius on Friday. The district also experienced the seasons highest temperature in the previous three days. A mild to moderate heat wave is sweeping Barishal division, rest part of D