Climate Change Takes Its Toll: Bangladesh's Seasons Lose Their Rhythm
Bangladesh, the land of six seasons, is seeing its seasonal pattern break down, which weather experts blame on climate change, with direct effects on farming.
Bangladesh, the land of six seasons, is seeing its seasonal pattern break down, which weather experts blame on climate change, with direct effects on farming.
FlowersWith Pahela Falgun and Valentine's Day falling together on 14 February 2026, young people crowded Magura's flower shops; sellers said sales had risen several times over, with roses at Tk 30 to 60 each.
EnvironmentOn Pohela Falgun 2026, the shimul and palash trees in the chess court park area beside the FDC at Hatirjheel, Dhaka, were covered in red and orange flowers that drew small birds in search of nectar.
EnvironmentA Jagonews24 feature on 5 February 2026 (23 Magh 1432) traced the late-winter turn towards spring in Dhaka: leaves dropping, young leaves breaking out and the scent of mango blossom, most clearly at Hatirjheel.
Drumstick flowers, which bloom in spring, are full of vitamins and minerals that help boost immunity, and can be cooked simply with potatoes and tomatoes.
The Agriculture Information Service has set out the care Boro rice, wheat, maize, jute, vegetables, mango and jackfruit need in the Bengali month of Falgun.