National
No Rain Expected on Eid Day, Met
Eid-ul-Fitr is set to be celebrated in the country tomorrow (11 April), with a favorable weather forecast contrasting previous years’ experiences of light to moderate rainfall dampening the festivities.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has assured that despite a seasonal low over the South Bay, there is no indication of rain in the weather report.
Meteorologist Manowar Hossain from the BMD stated, “There is no chance of rain anywhere in the country on Eid day [11 April]. Daytime temperature may drop slightly. The weather will largely be dry with partly cloudy skies across most districts.”
He added, “Dhaka residents may experience comfortable temperatures accompanied by cloud cover over the city. The temperature in the districts that have been experiencing mild heat waves can anticipate a drop to moderate levels. Overall, the weather across the country this Eid is expected to be pleasant.”
According to the Met Office’s weather forecast issued at 9 am today (10 April), predominantly dry conditions with partly cloudy skies are expected across the nation.
The mild heatwave prevailing over Chuadanga, Faridpur, Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati, and Patuakhali districts may subside in some places.
Daytime and nighttime temperatures are anticipated to remain stable throughout the country.
Today, the highest temperature recorded was 37.8 degrees Celsius in Cox’s Bazar, while the lowest temperature was 18.7 degrees Celsius in Nikli upazila of Kishoreganj.
In Dhaka, the maximum temperature reached 35.2 degrees Celsius, with a slight decrease expected during the night.
No rainfall has been reported across the country today.
The weather office forecasts a subsequent rise in temperatures from Thursday (11 April) evening, expected to persist over the next few days.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has expressed profound shock and sorrow over the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
President Raisi and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were killed in a helicopter crash early today (20 May) in mountainous terrain near the Azerbaijan border.
In a condolence message, Sheikh Hasina stated, “I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear about the sad demise of President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and members of the entourage in the tragic accident of the helicopter carrying them.”
She added, “In this hour of grief, on behalf of the Government of Bangladesh and on my own behalf, I convey our deepest condolences to the Government and the brotherly people of Iran.”
Prime Minister Hasina remembered President Raisi as a “wise and selfless leader who served his country with deep commitment and worked for the well-being of the people of Iran.”
She praised his leadership, saying, “He was a great leader of international stature and his exemplary leadership and accomplishments will remain a lasting legacy for us.”
The condolence letter was addressed to Mohammad Mokhber, Iran’s first vice president, who earlier confirmed President Raisi’s death in a statement on social media and state television.
According to the state news agency IRNA, Raisi was flying in a US-made Bell 212 helicopter.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued forecasts of rain or thundershowers for Dhaka, Rangpur, and five other divisions, commencing from 9 am today and extending over the next 24 hours. This weather forecast encompasses Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, and Sylhet divisions, where accompanying gusty or squally winds are anticipated during the rainfall. Additionally, Chattogram division is expected to experience some activity, albeit in fewer places, with the potential for hail in isolated areas.
The BMD bulletin highlights that various areas within these seven divisions may witness significant thunderstorm activity, accompanied by temporary gusty or squally winds, with isolated occurrences of hail.
Temperature levels across the nation are projected to remain consistent, both during daytime and at night. Over the past 24-hour period, Rajshahi recorded the highest temperature in the country at 34.7 degrees Celsius, while Sreemangal, Moulvibazar, experienced the lowest temperature at 21.2 degrees Celsius.
Dhaka witnessed the most substantial rainfall, measuring up to 87mm. Residents in the affected divisions are advised to prepare for adverse weather conditions and stay informed about further forecasts from the BMD.
The Jashore Education Board has achieved the highest pass rate of 92.32% among the nine boards in the 2024 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination, according to official data.
Conversely, Sylhet remained at the bottom with a pass rate of 73.35%, continuing its trend from last year when it also recorded the lowest pass rate of 76.06%.
Data from the education board website reveals that the Dhaka board secured a pass rate of 83.92%, while Rajshahi board achieved 89.25%, Cumilla board 79.20%, Barishal board 89.13%, Chattogram board 82.80%, Dinajpur board 78.40%, and Mymensingh board 84.97%.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received the results of this year’s SSC and equivalent examinations. Students have been able to access their results through the official website.
