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Farmers in Tetulia are turning their backs on wheat due to lack of fair price

Wheat was once one of the main crops in Tentulia upazila of Panchagarh. But now due to not getting fair price, increasing production cost and various inconsistencies in market management, farmers are losing interest in wheat cultivation. As a result, wheat cultivation in this region is gradually decreasing and farmers are turning towards other profitable crops including maize, chilli.

Panchagarh Observes International Mother Language Day and Martyrs’ Day

International Mother Language Day and Great Martyrs’ Day were observed in Panchagarh with due solemnity and respect. In the early hours of Saturday, 21 February, various commemorative programs were organized to honor the language martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the recognition of Bangla in 1952.

Illegal Stone Crushing Machines on the Highway Cause Severe Distress for Banglabandha

The Tetulia–Banglabandha highway in Panchagarh has become a major challenge for the public. From the Banglabandha BGB Camp to the zero point of the land port, hundreds of illegal stone crushing machines have been installed along both sides of the road. Every day, local commuters, travelers, and transport vehicles face extreme inconvenience due to the dust, smoke, and loud noise generated by these machines, making normal travel nearly impossible.

Coordination Meeting Held in Tetulia Ahead of Martyrs’ Day and International Mother Language Day

A preparatory meeting was held in Tetulia, Panchagarh, to ensure the Great Martyrs’ Day and International Mother Language Day are observed with due respect and solemnity. The meeting took place on Thursday morning (February 19) at the Tetulia Upazila Parishad auditorium and was organized by the Tetulia Upazila Administration. Officials from various departments, heads of educational institutions, and other relevant representatives attended the session.

A mortar shell was recovered once again in Tetulia upazila of Panchagarh district

A mortar shell was recovered once again in Tetulia upazila of Panchagarh district. The abandoned mortar shell was found at a scrap (junk) shop in Ranchandi Bazar under Tetulia Sadar Union.

Distribution of Election Materials Begins in Panchagarh Ahead of 13th National Polls

Distribution of election materials has begun in Panchagarh district ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election 2026. On Saturday (February 11) morning, transparent ballot boxes and other necessary election materials were dispatched to various polling centers across the district.

3,731 Ansar and VDP Members to Be Deployed at 287 Polling Centers in Panchagarh

A total of 3,731 members of the Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) will be deployed at 287 polling centers across Panchagarh district for the 13th National Parliamentary Election. The polling centers are located in Tetulia, Panchagarh Sadar, and Atwari upazilas, covering the district’s two parliamentary constituencies.

State funeral of freedom fighter Mohsin Ali Pradhan in Panchagarh, Banglabandha

Former chairman of Banglabandha Union in Panchagarh and former president of Tentulia Upazila BNP, freedom fighter Md. Mohsin Ali Pradhan (70) was buried with state honors. His death has cast a shadow of deep sorrow over the area.

Tea Board's mobile operation sentences tea trader in Tetulia to one month in prison

A mobile court has sentenced a tea trader in Tetulia Upazila of Panchagarh to one month in prison on charges of packaging fake tea and illegally selling it. At the same time, a large amount of illegal tea and various equipment used in packaging tea were seized.

BGB conducts vigorous operation at Boda border: Smugglers arrested along with two Indian cows

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has conducted two separate special operations in the border area of Boda upazila of Panchagarh and arrested a smuggler along with two Indian cows worth approximately Tk 160,000. These operations are conducted as part of regular surveillance and intelligence activities to prevent smuggling at the border.

BNP holds prayer mahfil in Tetulia for top rice candidate Barrister Naushad Zamir in Panchagarh-1 constituency

A prayer mahfil was held in Tetulia on the initiative of BNP as part of the campaign for top rice candidate Barrister Muhammad Naushad Zamir, nominated by BNP for Panchagarh-1 constituency, on the occasion of the upcoming 13th National Parliament Election 2026. The prayer mahfil was organized at Tetulia Chowrasta Bazar on Thursday (January 22) afternoon.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman arrives in Panchagarh

Panchagarh District Jamaat-e-Islami has held a press conference on the occasion of the arrival of Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, the top leader of the 10-party electoral alliance and the central Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, in Panchagarh. The press conference organized at the Panchagarh District Jamaat office on Wednesday afternoon highlighted various aspects of the party's program and preparations for the upcoming national parliament elections.

Two Women Killed After Being Run Over by Stone-Laden Truck in Boda Upazila of Panchagarh

Two women were killed in a horrific road accident in Panchagarh's Boda Upazila after being hit by a stone-laden truck. Six others, including a child, were seriously injured in the incident. The tragic accident took place on Tuesday (January 20) afternoon in the Chandanbari Bazar area of Chandanbari Union on the Boda-Debiganj highway.

Relations with the new government will be stronger after the elections

Coming to visit the four-country Banglabandha Land Port located in Tetulia, Panchagarh, Shipping Advisor Brigadier General (Retd.) M. Sakhawat Hossain said that he hopes that the new government formed after the upcoming elections will improve Bangladesh's relations with neighboring countries. At the same time, he said that to ensure real change in the country, the people must vote 'yes' so that the mistakes of the past are not repeated, which is very important.

Panchagarh roads in turmoil over Hadi murder: 23 injured in clash with army

A protest and road blockade were organized by pro-Bangladesh students in Panchagarh, demanding the arrest and trial of the killers of martyr Osman Hadi. The program, which lasted from noon to the afternoon on Sunday (January 11), caused severe traffic congestion on important roads in the city.

Severe cold wave in Tentulia, daughter of the Himalayas: Temperature drops to 7.3 degrees, public life in misery

Public life in Tentulia, Panchagarh has been severely disrupted due to severe cold wave. On Saturday (January 7) morning, the lowest temperature recorded in Tentulia was only 7.3 degrees Celsius. The previous day, Friday, the temperature was 8.3 degrees Celsius. Recently, the temperature has sometimes fluctuated below 10 degrees, and sometimes around 15 degrees, but now the severity of the cold has started to increase again.

Distribution of educational materials by Shishu Swarg Foundation in Tentulia

In Tentulia, Panchagarh, in collaboration with Everest Pharmaceuticals Limited, Shishu Swarg Foundation, a non-governmental development organization, has distributed winter clothes, school bags and various educational materials to young students. The local people have appreciated this initiative to encourage children from poor and marginalized areas to study during this winter season.

Panchagarh Primary Teacher Recruitment Exam Cheating Scheme Revealed

Police have arrested a female candidate in the Panchagarh government primary school assistant teacher recruitment exam with an electronic device. The arrested candidate is named Rubina Khatun (32). She was arrested from the Dr. Abeda Hafiz Girls School and College center of Panchagarh Municipality on Friday afternoon, January 9. The incident created a sensation among the candidates.

Tentulia is suffering from the intensity of winter, less cold clothes than required

Public life has been disrupted in Tentulia, Panchagarh due to a severe cold wave. On Wednesday (January 7) morning, the lowest temperature recorded in Tentulia was only 7.5 degrees Celsius, which is one degree lower than yesterday. The previous day, Tuesday, the temperature was 8.5 degrees Celsius. Although the temperature has fluctuated between 10 and 15 degrees for the past few days, the sudden severe cold has increased the suffering of the people.

Tetulia shivers at the season's lowest temperature of 8.6 degrees, public life disrupted by cold wave on a sunless day

Public life in Tetulia upazila of Panchagarh has been severely disrupted due to a severe cold wave. There is no sun in the sky, the surroundings are covered in thick fog. Even as the day progresses, the intensity of the cold is not decreasing. Normal life has come to a standstill in this northern border town due to the bone-chilling winter.

Nomination papers of 19 candidates for two seats in Panchagarh verified: 7 including Jagpar Al Rashed Pradhan cancelled

After verifying the nomination papers submitted for two seats in Panchagarh ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliament elections, the nomination papers of 7 out of 19 candidates have been cancelled. At the same time, the nomination papers of 12 candidates have been declared valid.

Sun shines after fog, temperature in Tentulia at 9 degrees

After several days of dense fog and bitter cold, the sun has finally appeared in Tentulia of Panchagarh. Although the sun shone on Friday (January 2) morning, the cold did not subside. The temperature in Tentulia dropped to 9 degrees, causing extreme suffering in public life.

Porcupine rescued in Panchagarh is now in Tentulia Eco Park

A rare species of porcupine that fell into a pond while fleeing from locals has been rescued in Panchagarh. Forest department members safely rescued the animal from Kittiniapara village in Chaklahat union of Panchagarh Sadar upazila on Wednesday (December 31) afternoon.

Panchagarh-1 and 2: 19 candidates file nomination papers for upcoming parliamentary elections

A total of 19 candidates have filed their nomination papers for two constituencies of Panchagarh (Panchagarh-1 and Panchagarh-2) on the last day of filing nomination papers in preparation for the upcoming 13th parliamentary elections. The candidates submitted their nomination papers at the office of the Panchagarh District Returning Officer and Deputy Commissioner till 5 pm on Monday (December 29).

Attack on shrine late at night in Thakurgaon, grill and grave vandalism creates tension in the area

A miscreant attacked the shrine of Hazrat Baba Shah Satyapir late at night in Thakurgaon Sadar Upazila. At that time, the grill of the shrine was broken and some graves nearby were vandalized. When the incident became known, there was intense tension in the area.

Temperature drops to 11.5 degrees in Tentulia, town shivers in cold Himalayan breeze

Winter has set in again in Tentulia in Panchagarh, near the foothills of the Himalayas. The familiar scene of cold weather has returned to this border town. On Saturday (December 27) morning, the lowest temperature in the district was recorded in Tentulia at 11.5 degrees Celsius, which locals believe is a warning sign of the upcoming cold wave.

Body of unidentified youth recovered floating in Dahuk river, excitement in the area

Police have recovered the body of an unidentified youth floating in the Dahuk river in Tentulia upazila of Panchagarh. On Friday (December 26) evening, locals saw the body floating in the Dahuk river in Balabari area of Buraburi union of the upazila.

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