Bangladesh is experiencing a severe dengue outbreak with a record 293 deaths since January 1, 2023. The Aedes aegypti mosquito, which transmits the virus, has changed its breeding patterns, leading to higher infection rates. Hospitals are overwhelmed, and government efforts to control the outbreak include fines for mosquito breeding. Experts stress the importance of quick testing and hospital visits as the fever turns serious quickly. The average hospital stay for dengue patients is 2.61 days.

The article discusses the severe impact of climate change on Bangladesh, particularly in Dhaka and Chittagong, where land subsidence and groundwater depletion are causing significant problems. Abdul Aziz, a resident of Dhaka's Korail slum, and Nur Nahar Begum from Chittagong are examples of individuals displaced by natural disasters, a common occurrence in a country where cyclones and flooding displace hundreds of thousands annually. The article highlights the struggle of these cities to cope with the influx of climate refugees and the challenges of providing adequate water supply due to over-reliance on groundwater. Experts like Saleemul Huq and officials from water authorities discuss the causes of subsidence and the need for sustainable water management practices. The article also touches on the financial aspects of climate change adaptation, noting that Bangladesh spends about USD 1 billion annually on adaptation, which is insufficient compared to the estimated need of USD 5.7 billion by 2050.

The Dhaka North City Corporation has been using an open street near the Liberation War Museum as a waste transfer station, violating the Solid Waste Management Rules. This has led to environmental damage, traffic congestion, and a negative impression on visitors. Local residents and visitors have expressed their concerns, urging the city corporation to address the issue promptly. The DNCC officials acknowledge the problem and plan to construct a new underground transfer station soon.

Bangladesh is facing a severe dengue outbreak, with a significant increase in cases straining the already overwhelmed healthcare system amid the COVID-19 crisis. The majority of dengue cases are concentrated in Dhaka, complicating the situation due to similar symptoms between dengue and COVID-19. The DEN-3 variant of the dengue virus, which is more deadly, is prevalent this year. Efforts are being made by local authorities to control the mosquito population and manage the outbreak, but the situation is expected to worsen in August.

A fire at Mohammadpur's Krishi Market in Dhaka was brought under control around 12:00pm, after which shop owners, including jewellery shop owner Ashraf Uddin, searched the wreckage for any remaining valuables. Ashraf reported a loss of valuables worth Tk 80 lakh, while his neighbor Al Arif estimated his loss at Tk 15 lakh. Out of 317 shops, 217 were gutted, with at least 10 of 25 jewellery shops damaged, according to a Dhaka North City Corporation official.