The Chattogram Development Authority is digging 36 canals across the port city to restore its waterways. With work on at least 20 canals completed, many appear healthy. The photo shows the Rajakhali canal in the Bakolia area. Photo: Rajib Raihan

A woman and her brother till the land to prepare it for sweet potatos in Baraikandi area of Khadimnagar union of Sylhet Sadar yesterday. Another family member is seen planting seedlings on the prepared field. In this poverty-stricken region, crops like potato, onion, chilli, brinjal, radish, cauliflower, and cabbage are widely grown. Photo: Sheikh Nasir