In the midst of a recent dengue outbreak, households have become battlegrounds against pesky mosquitoes. Though chemical repellents may kill these disease-carrying insects, it may also create diverse health issues. Many seek natural ways to keep mosquitoes away from home. Let’s take a look into some practical methods to control the mosquito menace.  Top 10 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes at Home Remove Standing Water Mosquitoes breed in stagnant or standing water, so eliminating any sources of standing water around your home is crucial. Regularly empty and clean water containers, flower pots, bird baths, and gutters to prevent mosquito larvae from developing. Even small amounts of water, such as puddles or water collected in discarded items, can serve as breeding grounds. By removing standing water, you can significantly reduce the mosquito population around your home. Necessary Precautions - Wear protective clothing and gloves when handling stagnant water to prevent contact with mosquito larvae or bacteria. - Be cautious when removing water from areas with potential mosquito breeding sites, such as gutters, to avoid falling or injuring yourself. Read more: How to get rid of cockroaches, bugs at home without using insecticide Use Mosquito-Repelling Outdoor Fans and Lighting Mosquito-repelling outdoor fans work by creating a strong breeze that makes it difficult for mosquitoes to fly. Place these fans strategically in outdoor areas to create a protective air current. Mosquito-repelling outdoor lighting utilizes yellow or LED lights that are less attractive to mosquitoes. Install these lights in outdoor spaces to deter mosquitoes from gathering around. Necessary Precautions - Ensure the outdoor fans are placed in areas where you and your family can enjoy the breeze while minimizing the risk of fan-related accidents. - When using mosquito-repelling outdoor lighting, make sure it doesn't compromise visibility or safety in the area. Also, make sure that it is easy for you to repair any errors. It is best to seek the assistance of a skilled technician for both fans and lights like these. Read more: Exploring Dengue Diagnosis: The Essential Tests for Detecting the Virus Install Window Screens Keep mosquitoes out of your home by installing window screens, which serve as a formidable barrier against unwanted intrusion. Ensure that all windows and doors have properly fitted screens without any holes or gaps. Screens allow fresh air to circulate while keeping mosquitoes and other insects outside. It is especially important to keep windows and doors screened during evenings and early mornings when mosquitoes are most active. Necessary Precautions Regularly inspect window screens and repair any damages or holes promptly. Clean screens regularly to remove debris or dust that can obstruct airflow. Use Netting on Windows and Doors This is an effective natural method to keep mosquitoes out of your home. The intricately woven netting forms a fortress, halting the invasion of mosquitoes while permitting the gentle, invigorating breeze. It is crucial to ensure the netting is properly installed and without any gaps or holes to maximize its effectiveness. Read more: Why do Mosquitoes bite me so much? Necessary Precautions - Regularly inspect the netting for any damages or holes and promptly repair or replace them to maintain its integrity. - Keep doors and windows closed when the netting is not in use to prevent mosquitoes from sneaking in through other openings.

No person or organisations will be exempted if a breeding ground for mosquitoes is found under them and legal action will be taken, said Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Mayor Md Atiqul Islam on Monday. “Legal action will be taken against those who are found responsible for breeding ground of mosquitoes, no person or organisations will be spared. Cases will be filed on a regular basis no matter whether it is government or private organisations,” he said. DNCC mayor came up with the warning while speaking at a view-exchange meeting over the preventing outbreak of culex mosquitoes, held at the Nagar Bhaban auditorium in city’s Gulshan area. “The owners have been given seven days and all owners of the organisations should clean their places and water bodies. We’ll visit different places after seven days and the magistrates of DNCC will conduct the drive,” he said. Read more: DNCC evicts some 100 shops in Rayerbazar “I have visited the Airport area in person where I have seen that mosquitoes are being cultivated in the adjacent canal and water bodies, which is under the ownership of Civil Aviation, Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (Rajuk) and Housing and Public Works Ministry. There are huge amount of hyacinth in the water bodies there,” said Atiqul. He also urged all to clean the canals and water bodies and stop dropping waste in the empty place between two adjacent buildings. Referring to the pollution of canals and water bodies of the city, Atiqul said the canals and water bodies of the city are polluting through the sewage connection of many houses and buildings through surface drain. Read more: DNCC to launch 30-day drive amid uptick in dengue cases “We have said it several times that sewage management should be done in every building. Survey work has already been completed by our waste division in Gulshan, Banani, Niketan and Baridhara areas. The operation will be conducted in these areas on January 4. Strict action will be taken if sewage is connected to the surface drain,” he said.

The High Court on Sunday asked Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) and Civil Aviation Authority Bangladesh (CAAB) to inform it of steps taken to control mosquitoes at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. DNCC and CAAB have been asked to submit a report within February 15 in this regard. The court also asked CAAB and Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) to submit another report after conducting a survey on the density of mosquitoes and larvae at the airport area. A bench of Justice JBM Hassan and Justice Razik Al Jalil passed the order during a hearing after viewing a report on the mosquito control campaign and the latest mosquito survey report at the airport area. Read: Legal steps if larvae of Aedes mosquitoes found in buildings: DNCC Mayor Advocate Tanvir Ahmed appeared for the petitioners during the hearing while advocate Saifur Rashed represented CAAB and Deputy Attorney General Tushar Kanti Roy appeared for the state. “The bench was irked seeing the latest report and said people are dying suffering from Dengue fever but mosquitoes are not being controlled at the airport even after spending the allotted budget,” said Advocate Tanvir Ahmed. On February 20, this year, the court directed CAAB to take immediate steps to control mosquitoes at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport after advocate Tanvir submitted a supplementary petition attaching a report published in this regard on a national daily newspaper.  The Central Disease Control Branch of the Health Department has a program to measure the density of mosquitoes and mosquito larvae under which a survey is supposed to be conducted every two months. On April 3, this year, the High Court ordered to determine the density of mosquitoes and larvae inside and outside the airport as the Health Department has a programme under which such a survey was supposed to be conducted after every two months.  But it was not conducted after June 2019. Read: Dhaka city braces for Aedes mosquito menace after rains On February 26, 2019, the lawyer sent a legal notice to the authority after spotting some local and foreign passengers being menaced by mosquitos during his visit to the airport at night. He asked the authority to take steps in this regard within three days of receiving the notice as it will degrade the country's reputation. On March 3, that year he filed a writ petition to the High Court in this regard after receiving no reply to the notice. On March 12, 2019, the High Court issued a rule questioning the negligence of the authority in killing mosquitoes at the Shahjalal International Airport. Secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, CAAB Chairman, Dhaka North City Corporation Mayor and commissioner of the ward adjacent to the airport were made respondents to the rule.

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) will try its best to eradicate mosquitoes as  dengue could be more serious this time compared to  last year, said its mayor on Wednesday. "Dengue can be more serious this time compared to last year. We will do what needs to be done taking along my councilors and  everyone in the city corporation. We will conduct campaign from ward to ward, " DNCC Mayor Atiqul Islam said responding to a question while participating in an Anti-Aedes and Anti-Dengue Citizen Awareness street rally  in the city's Uttara. Addressing the rally, the  mayor announced  a 10-day mosquito eradication drive under the DNCC  area.  He warned that to legal action will be taken If Aedes larvae are found in any place. The mayor said action would be taken against anyone responsible in mosquito breeding, adding that if Aedes larvae are found in any establishment of government, private or semi-government, action will be taken against them. They will be fined, he added. READ: Kalyanpur slum fire: Affected families to get financial aid from DNCC The DNCC has already launched a campaign in the vulnerable wards to eradicate Aedes mosquito, a carrier of dengue. The 10-day mosquito (dengue and Aedes) eradication drives would run from May 17 to 26, the mayor said. He Instructed the Mosquito Department to cancel all holidays during  the 10-day mosquito eradicate programme.  The  mayor along with the councilors of the area, DNCC officials and local people marched through  several streets to aware people about the heath hazard. people aware about dengue  He visited two under-construction buildings and alerted their owners about nosquito menance  To create awareness among the students, the mayor went to the classrooms of International Hope School Bangladesh and talked to its teachers and students.

The High Court on Sunday directed the authorities concerned to take immediate steps to control mosquitoes at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. The bench of Justice JBM Hasan and Fatema Najib passed the order during a hearing on a supplementary petition submitted in this regard. The court asked the Civil Aviation Authority Bangladesh (CAAB) chairman to submit a report in this regard within the next 10 days. Read: 319 illegal brick kilns in Dhaka, 4 surrounding districts, DoE DG reports to HC Advocate Tanvir Ahmed appeared for the petitioners during the hearing. The petition was submitted attaching a recently published report in this regard on a national daily newspaper, said advocate Tanvir.   On February 26, 2019, the lawyer sent a legal notice to the authority after spotting some local and foreign passengers being menaced by mosquitos during his visit to the airport at night. He asked the authority to take steps in this regard within three days of receiving the notice as it will degrade the country's reputation. Read:HC allows Evaly’s Rassel, Shamima to transfer 50 % of their shares to relatives On March 3, that year he filed a writ petition to the High Court in this regard after receiving no reply to the notice. On March 12, 2019, the High Court issued a rule questioning the negligence of the authority in killing mosquitoes at the Shahjalal International Airport. Secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, CAAB Chairman, Dhaka North City Corporation Mayor and commissioner of the ward adjacent to the airport were made respondents to the rule.

Local officials in Florida have approved the release of 750 million mosquitoes that have been genetically modified to reduce local populations.

Dhaka, Sept 4 (UNB) – The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs at a meeting on Wednesday approved a proposal of Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) to import mosquito repellent and different equipment like fogger machines worth Tk 5.32 crore.

Dhaka, Aug 28 (UNB) – The High Court on Wednesday ordered the authorities concerned to take effective measures to control aedes mosquitoes, responsible for spreading dengue.

Dhaka, Aug 7 (UNB)— The government has allocated Tk 51.5 crore to help the city corporations and municipalities fight mosquitoes. 

Dhaka, Aug 7 (UNB) – Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Wednesday asked the authorities concerned to refrain from spraying ineffective mosquito medicines.