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Whether you live locally, are visiting Sylhet or keep in touch from abroad, a useful link can save a lot of searching. We have brought together Sylhet newspapers, public services, travel information, education and heritage resources in one place.
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Sylhet newspapers & local news
Keep up with the region, from city news to stories across Habiganj, Sunamganj and Moulvibazar. These are mainly Bangla-language publications and portals; “Sylheti newspapers” here means news outlets serving the Sylhet region.
Daily Jalalabad
Read regional reporting, district news, diaspora stories and the newspaper’s online sections.
Sylhet View 24
An online news portal with dedicated coverage of Sylhet and the other districts of the division.
Sylhet Today 24
Browse regional news, opinion and wider Bangladesh coverage from this online publication.
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Government & public services
For applications, public notices and service requirements, start with the relevant official office. A district administration and a city corporation cover different responsibilities.
Sylhet City Corporation
Find city authority notices, office information and links to civic services.
Sylhet District Administration
The government portal for Sylhet district, with public notices, office details and service information.
Habiganj District Administration
Access Habiganj’s government notices, local administration and public service information.
Sunamganj District Administration
Find Sunamganj district notices, office information and local government resources.
Moulvibazar District Administration
Browse official information and notices for Moulvibazar district and its administration.
Bangladesh e-Passport
Use the official registration portal for e-passport application information and related services.
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Travel & transport
Use the operator’s own website for timetables, ticket rules and booking information. Availability, fares and flight routes can change.
Bangladesh Railway e-ticketing
Search train journeys and use Bangladesh Railway’s official online ticket service. Registration may be required.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines
Check flights, baggage information, booking options and airline travel updates.
Osmani International Airport — CAAB
Read the Civil Aviation Authority’s airport information for Sylhet. Check your airline for your individual flight status.
WebSylhet tourism guide
Plan a visit with our local guide to attractions, accommodation, food and travel services.
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Weather & flood information
Conditions can change quickly around rivers, haors and low-lying roads. Check current official updates before travelling and follow local authority instructions.
Bangladesh Meteorological Department
Look up official forecasts, rainfall information and weather warnings.
Flood Forecasting & Warning Centre
Check Bangladesh Water Development Board flood forecasts and river information.
Visitor information & emergency help
Our tourism guide brings together practical visitor information and emergency resources.
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Education & student resources
Visit the institution’s official site for current notices, admissions and academic information. Always check the year and deadline on any notice.
Sylhet Education Board
Find board notices and examination-related information for secondary and higher secondary education.
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology
Explore SUST’s departments, research and official university notices. Follow admissions links from the university website.
Sylhet Agricultural University
Find academic programmes, faculties, research and notices from the university.
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Sylheti language & cultural heritage
Explore the language, writing and history that connect Sylheti communities at home and abroad.
Sylheti Nagri guide
Learn about the historic script, its alphabet and its place in Sylhet’s cultural heritage.
Nagri converter
Try our writing tool and read the instructions on the converter page.
British Library: Sylhet Nagri archive
Explore the Endangered Archives Programme project “Archiving texts in the Sylhet Nagri script” (EAP071). Access may require browser verification.
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For Sylhetis abroad & overseas visitors
A starting point for people maintaining ties with Sylhet or planning a visit from the UK. For other countries, use the Bangladesh mission responsible for your location.
Bangladesh High Commission, London
Find official consular information, notices and contact details for the Bangladesh mission in London.
UK government Bangladesh travel advice
Read current FCDO travel advice, including entry requirements, safety, health and getting help abroad.
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Business & entrepreneur resources
Find local business organisations, support for women entrepreneurs and a way to introduce your business to WebSylhet readers.
Sylhet Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Explore the chamber’s business information, activities and contact details.
Sylhet Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Find information about the chamber and its activities supporting women in business.
Add your business to WebSylhet
Introduce your company through our listing form so readers can find useful business information.
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Explore with WebSylhet
Use these guides alongside the external resources to understand the area and plan what to do next.
Sylhet District
Population, upazilas, cultural heritage, places to explore and a district map.
Habiganj District
Forests, tea estates, local heritage and practical district information.
Sunamganj District
Haor landscapes, folk music traditions and useful visitor information.
Moulvibazar District
Tea country, communities, cultural heritage and places to explore.
Places to visit
Browse attraction listings and follow the individual pages for more detail.
WS Travel Planner
Tell us about your trip and request details for a personalised itinerary.
Common questions
Are Sylhet newspapers written in Sylheti?
The publications listed here primarily publish in Bangla. They serve the Sylhet region, but that does not mean their articles are written in Sylheti or the Nagri script. For language and writing resources, see our heritage section above.
Does WebSylhet run these external services?
No. Each external website is operated by its own publisher, institution or authority. Contact that organisation directly about applications, bookings, corrections or access problems.
Where should I check information before travelling?
Use your airline or railway operator for booking details, the relevant government mission for consular requirements, and official weather and flood sources for current conditions. Our tourism guide helps with local planning.
Can I suggest a resource or report a broken link?
Yes. Send the website address, the organisation’s name and a short explanation through our contact page. We will review suggestions for relevance and accuracy before adding them.
Know a useful Sylhet resource?
Help us keep this page useful. Tell us about an official service, local publication, community organisation or archive we should consider, or report a link that needs updating.