Students of Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, along with the university unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir, held a two-hour human chain on Sunday morning demanding the immediate start of the student union election and justice for those who obstructed the July uprising. The protest took place in front of the new administrative building. Student leaders alleged that a key file related to the student union election had gone missing from the University Grants Commission (UGC), accusing certain groups of attempting to delay the election until the national polls. Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Jahangir Alam stated that the investigation report on the July incident would be presented at the syndicate meeting on November 27, after which necessary actions would follow. He also confirmed that the file was forwarded to higher authorities and updates would be available soon. The students agreed to suspend their protest until November 27, expecting weekly updates from the administration on election progress.

Several garment factories in Rupganj, Narayanganj, have announced temporary closures following structural cracks caused by recent earthquakes. A-One Polar Garments declared a three-day holiday after cracks appeared in its walls, prompting panic among workers. Authorities stated that operations would resume on November 27 if engineers confirm the buildings are safe. Meanwhile, at Robintex Garments, cracks were found in three buildings, leading to worker unrest and protests along the Dhaka–Sylhet highway. During Saturday’s second tremor, over a hundred workers were injured in a stampede as they rushed to evacuate. Company officials said the cracks were limited to plaster layers and did not affect structural integrity, but worker attendance remains low due to ongoing fears. Additional police have been deployed to maintain order and ensure safety while engineers continue inspections.

Northern Bangladesh is experiencing an early onset of winter as temperatures in Tetulia, Panchagarh, dropped to 12.6°C on Sunday, marking the lowest in the country this season. The region has seen chilly winds and dense fog from dawn to mid-morning, disrupting daily life and increasing hardship for laborers. According to the Tetulia Meteorological Office, temperatures have been steadily declining and a cold wave is expected to hit by late November, with multiple waves likely in early December, potentially bringing temperatures down to around 10°C. The cold weather has also led to a rise in cold-related illnesses among children and the elderly. Doctors at Panchagarh Modern Sadar Hospital report that 250–300 patients are seeking treatment daily for cold-related ailments as the region braces for an intensifying winter.

Information Advisor Mahfuz Alam has cautioned that suppressing diversity of thought and practice in society and the state could lead to the reestablishment of fascism and the failure of the July revolution. In a Facebook post on Sunday evening, Mahfuz expressed frustration over growing intolerance and violence, stating that those who respond to oppression and violence with new forms of the same are responsible for the resurgence of fascism. Although he did not mention any specific incident, his remarks came amid reports of an attack on followers of Baul artist Abul Sarkar in Manikganj earlier that day. Mahfuz urged an end to all forms of persecution against Sufi followers, fakirs, Bauls, and other dissenting groups, emphasizing compassion and justice as alternatives to oppression and violence.

Election campaigns in Bogura’s seven parliamentary constituencies have gained momentum, with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami emerging as the most active contenders. BNP leaders and activists, inspired by Begum Khaleda Zia and Tarique Rahman’s candidacies, are working tirelessly to secure victory in all seats. Jamaat, meanwhile, is optimistic about winning four constituencies, citing growing voter support, particularly from former Awami League supporters disillusioned by recent political violence and lawsuits. Following the political shift on August 5, thousands of Awami League activists reportedly faced cases and harassment, leading many to flee their homes. Jamaat leaders claim their non-retaliatory stance has boosted their popularity. BNP leaders, however, remain confident, calling Bogura their political stronghold and expecting sweeping victories. Other parties, including Nagorik Oikya, CPB, and Islami Andolon Bangladesh, have also entered the race, but the main contest is expected between BNP and Jamaat candidates across all seven seats.

Officers from the 26th to 31st batches of the Bangladesh Civil Service (General Education) cadre staged a human chain and sit-in on Sunday, November 23, in front of the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education, demanding long-overdue promotions from assistant professor to associate professor. The protesters highlighted persistent discrimination and stagnation within the education cadre, claiming that despite being the largest cadre service in Bangladesh, many officers have been deprived of promotions for years. They noted that while other cadres have received promotions up to the 30th batch, education cadre officers from the 26th to 31st batches remain stuck in the same position, some for over a decade. The officers argued that granting these promotions would not impose any additional financial burden on the government, as most are already at the top salary grade. They urged the authorities to address the disparity and restore morale among educators through immediate administrative recognition of their seniority.

Bangladesh A took firm control of the Emerging Asia Cup final in Doha after bowling out Pakistan for just 125 runs. Winning the toss at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh opted to field first and immediately put Pakistan under pressure. Pakistan’s batting lineup collapsed early, losing wickets in quick succession, with opener Yasir Khan dismissed on the very first ball. Saad Masood was the top scorer for Pakistan with 38 runs off 26 balls, hitting three fours and three sixes. None of the other batters managed to build a significant partnership. For Bangladesh, Ripon Mondol led the bowling attack with 3 wickets for 25 runs in 4 overs, while Rakibul Hasan took 2 for 16. Mehrab, Zisan Alam, and Abdul Gaffar Saklain claimed one wicket each. The strong bowling performance has put Bangladesh A in a commanding position to chase the target and aim for the Emerging Asia Cup title.

Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, Israel has reportedly carried out nearly 500 attacks in Gaza over the past 44 days, according to Gaza’s media office. The strikes have killed at least 342 Palestinians, including women, children, and the elderly. The Gaza administration condemned Israel’s actions as deliberate violations of international humanitarian law. On Saturday alone, 27 ceasefire breaches were recorded, leaving 24 dead and 87 injured. Israel maintains strict restrictions on humanitarian aid entering Gaza, further worsening the crisis. Israeli authorities claim the latest airstrikes were in response to an attack by a Hamas member near the 'Yellow Line.' Hamas leaders have urged mediating countries and the United States to pressure Israel to comply with the ceasefire terms, accusing Israel of seeking excuses to reignite large-scale conflict.

In Rajshahi, Bangladesh, internal divisions have intensified within the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) as supporters of nomination-deprived leaders continue protests demanding candidate changes in three parliamentary constituencies—Rajshahi-1, Rajshahi-3, and Rajshahi-5. Demonstrations include road blockades, torch processions, and symbolic protests such as lying on roads wrapped in shrouds. The unrest has hindered campaign activities of BNP’s nominated candidates, prompting grassroots leaders to urge central intervention. In Rajshahi-1, followers of Advocate Sultanul Islam Tarek oppose the nomination of retired Major General Sharif Uddin, citing his lack of political experience. In Rajshahi-3, supporters of Rayhanul Haque and Nasir Hossain demand local candidates instead of “outsiders.” In Rajshahi-5, multiple nomination-deprived leaders have united against candidate Nazrul Islam Mondal, threatening to boycott campaign activities unless nominations are reconsidered. Central BNP leaders are reportedly struggling to reconcile factions and maintain unity ahead of the upcoming national election.

The Bangladesh High Court has released its full 378-page verdict confirming that former Teknaf Police Station officer-in-charge Pradeep Kumar Das masterminded the 2020 killing of retired Major Sinha Md Rashed Khan, while ex-inspector Liakat Ali executed the shooting. The court found that Pradeep planned the murder after Sinha’s video project exposed alleged police corruption and extrajudicial activities. According to the judgment, Pradeep was present at the scene, assaulted Sinha, and ensured his death, while Liakat fired four shots at Sinha’s upper body with his service pistol. The High Court upheld the death sentences for both officers and maintained life imprisonment for six other convicts involved in the conspiracy and assistance. The verdict, authored by Justice Md Mostafizur Rahman and concurred by Justice Md Saghir Hossain, was published on the Supreme Court’s website. The ruling affirms the lower court’s 2022 judgment and rejects appeals from the convicts and the victim’s family seeking harsher penalties for others.

A prestige-driven conflict has emerged within the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) over the nomination for the Chattogram-12 (Patiya) constituency ahead of the upcoming 13th national election. The party’s provisional nominee, Enamul Haque Enam, faces opposition from his former mentor, Chattogram South District BNP convener Idris Mia, who, along with four other aspirants, has formally appealed to acting BNP chairman Tarique Rahman to reconsider Enam’s nomination. Idris, who originally introduced Enam to politics after 2009, argues that Enam’s candidacy has created internal resentment and local backlash. Despite their past mentor-disciple relationship, Idris insists that changes in several constituencies, including Patiya, may still occur. Enam, however, maintains that anyone can seek nomination and that personal grievances should not override party unity. He emphasizes that all members must ultimately support whoever receives the final nomination. The dispute reflects deeper factional tensions within the BNP’s Chattogram South unit as it prepares for the national polls.

The Islamic University (IU) administration has formed a seven-member review committee to determine the level of punishment for teachers, students, and staff who opposed the July-August mass uprising. According to a notice signed by Acting Registrar Professor Dr. Manjurul Haque on November 23, the committee will also be able to receive new complaints and must submit its report within 15 working days. The committee is headed by Professor Dr. Parvez Azharul Haque from Rajshahi University’s Public Administration Department, who is also the joint general secretary of the Nationalist Teachers’ Forum. Other members include professors from various departments of IU and one from the University of Chittagong. Earlier, based on a previous committee’s report, IU temporarily suspended 30 teachers, officers, and employees, and expelled 33 student leaders involved in anti-uprising activities. The new committee was formed to review and finalize the punishments, with the vice-chancellor authorized to replace any member unwilling to serve.

Former State Minister for Home Affairs Sohel Taj has voiced strong criticism over reported changes in Bangladesh’s school textbooks that allegedly remove the historic March 7 speech of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and include references to the July coup. In a Facebook post on November 23, he warned that depriving the younger generation of the right to know authentic history would endanger the nation’s future. Taj shared an image from an online news outlet highlighting the textbook revision and posted photos of George Orwell’s books 'Animal Farm' and '1984', encouraging readers to study them as lessons on truth, power, and historical manipulation. He emphasized that when those in power distort or conceal history, it misleads the youth and perpetuates corruption and disorder. His remarks come amid ongoing debates about curriculum changes and the representation of Bangladesh’s liberation history in education.

More than 2,100 people have been displaced after sudden floods struck three Malaysian states—Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu—due to ongoing monsoon rains. Kedah has recently been added to the list of affected regions, with 225 residents from 66 families taking shelter in three relief centers in Kulim district. In Kelantan, the situation has worsened, with the number of evacuees rising from 1,170 on Saturday night to 1,623 by Sunday morning. Twelve relief centers are currently operating across Kota Bharu, Tumpat, and Bachok districts, where continuous heavy rainfall has been reported since Friday. In Terengganu, conditions have slightly improved, with 264 people still sheltered at Kampung Pulau Redang Mosque relief center. Malaysia’s Meteorological Department has issued thunderstorm and heavy rain warnings for seven states, including Perak, Pahang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Johor, Melaka, and Sabah, urging residents in vulnerable districts to remain cautious.

Thirteen fishermen from Lalmohan upazila in Bhola have been missing for 12 days after setting out to fish in the Bay of Bengal. The fishing boat, named 'Ma-Babar Doa', left Dhaligournagar on November 10 with 13 crew members led by owner Faruk Majhi. They were last in contact on November 11, and since then, all communication has been lost. Families report that the boat lacked GPS equipment and carried supplies for only five days. Relatives have expressed deep concern and urged authorities to take immediate action to locate the missing fishermen. Local police confirmed that a search boat was sent but has not yet returned. The district fisheries officer stated that rescue operations fall under law enforcement and local administration. The Bhola district fishermen’s association has appealed to the Coast Guard and law enforcement agencies to intensify search and rescue operations.