In Sirajganj, construction of a dockyard by a local Awami League leader has reportedly put the town protection embankment at risk. The accused, Abdus Sattar, president of the party’s Ward No. 10 unit and a sand trader, is alleged to have built the 'Chhoayamani Dockyard' on government land near the Jamuna River. Locals claim he has been extracting sand and constructing permanent structures on the site, which lies adjacent to the embankment’s hard point.

Residents allege that Sattar forcibly occupied land that had re-emerged after river erosion decades ago, using it for sand trading and dockyard operations. A Water Development Board engineer confirmed the site falls under government ownership and warned that the construction could obstruct water flow and damage the embankment during monsoon. Sattar, however, insists he legally purchased the land and obtained environmental clearance.

The Sirajganj Upazila administration has initiated an investigation into the matter. Officials stated that illegal structures will be removed if found to be unauthorized.

A delegation led by Dr. Ali Erzan, Vice President of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), met with Bangladesh’s State Minister for Primary and Mass Education, Boby Hajjaj, at his office on Monday. The meeting focused on expanding cooperation between Bangladesh and Turkey in the primary education sector, including teacher training, infrastructure development, curriculum modernization, and quality improvement.

During the discussion, Minister Hajjaj highlighted Bangladesh’s ongoing reforms in teacher training, new curriculum design, digital education, and international knowledge exchange. He emphasized the goal of building a primary education system that prepares students for science- and technology-based learning by the time they enter secondary school. He also expressed interest in establishing similar collaboration with Turkey as part of Bangladesh’s broader educational exchange programs.

Dr. Erzan praised the minister’s leadership and vision for improving primary education and expressed optimism that the planned reforms would bring positive changes. Both sides agreed to strengthen mutual cooperation through financial and technical support, model school development, and sharing pedagogical expertise.

Thousands of young Indians marched peacefully in Delhi on Saturday in the first public protest organized by the satirical 'Cockroach Janata Party' (CJP). The movement, founded by Abhijit Deepke, began as an online parody but quickly evolved into a youth-driven challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. Deepke, who flew from the United States to lead the rally, said the country’s youth would no longer live in fear. The protest demanded accountability and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam scandals.

The CJP emerged after India’s Chief Justice compared unemployed youth to 'parasites' and 'cockroaches', sparking outrage. Deepke’s sarcastic social media call for 'all cockroaches to unite' went viral, leading to the creation of the CJP’s website and manifesto. Within two weeks, its Instagram following surpassed 22 million before the government attempted to block its account. Many Gen Z and millennial supporters see the CJP as a voice against unemployment and the failing education system.

Analysts note that the movement’s rise coincides with growing frustration over exam corruption and job scarcity. Whether the 'cockroach movement' can evolve from online satire to a lasting political force remains uncertain.

A sudden appearance of a black bear in Utsunomiya, a city about 100 kilometers north of Tokyo, has caused widespread alarm. Authorities closed 94 primary and secondary schools after the bear was first seen near a park on Saturday. The animal was later captured on CCTV early Sunday running through the city center, and sightings continued into Monday morning near an industrial area. Officials urged residents to keep doors and windows shut, avoid approaching the bear, and seek shelter indoors. Police and local hunters have launched a joint search operation.

Reports indicate that Japan has recorded around 50,000 bear sightings this year, an unusually high number. Although bears are rarely seen so close to Tokyo, recent months have seen several attacks and encounters in nearby regions, including Okutama, Hachioji, and Fukushima. The incidents reflect a broader rise in bear encounters across Japan’s main island, Honshu, where an estimated 12,000 to 42,000 Asian black bears live.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation as search efforts in Utsunomiya remain underway.

Long-distance bus services from Madarganj in Jamalpur to Dhaka remained suspended for 21 hours following an assault on a bus driver. The suspension began on Sunday evening and continued until Monday afternoon, causing severe inconvenience to passengers. Many travelers expressed frustration as the shutdown occurred without prior notice.

Transport workers said they stopped operations to protest the attack on the driver and demanded the arrest of the accused, including Sohel. They warned of tougher actions if their demands were not met. The suspension also led to a shortage of CNG-run autorickshaws, affecting passengers traveling toward Jamalpur. The incident originated from a dispute on Sunday evening when a bus driver was beaten by two counter staff, escalating into a violent altercation that left one person injured.

Local authorities confirmed that efforts were underway to restore normal transport operations. Police said a case had been filed by the assaulted driver, and raids were ongoing to arrest the suspects.

A newly married woman named Shefa, aged 18, died by suicide in the Kutipara area of Chowgacha municipality, Jashore, on Sunday night. According to local sources, she took her own life by hanging herself while on a live video call with her husband, Khalid Bin Walid, also known as Setu. Shefa was the daughter of Mujibul Islam from Kutipara and had been married to Setu, a clothing shop owner in Akbar Market, for two months.

Family members alleged that after the marriage, Setu and his family repeatedly demanded a large sum of money from Shefa’s family, first for business purposes and later for traveling abroad. When her family could not meet the demands, Shefa was reportedly subjected to mental and physical abuse. Feeling helpless, she ended her life at her father’s home. She was taken to Chowgacha Hospital, where doctors declared her dead. The incident has cast a shadow of grief across the area.

Chowgacha Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mamunur Rashid confirmed the incident and said legal action would be taken if a complaint is filed.

A Dhaka court has ordered the arrest of former International Crimes Tribunal prosecutor Barrister Turin Afroz in a case filed by her brother over alleged fraud and illegal possession of family property. The order was issued on Monday by Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Zakir Hossain following a petition from the investigating officer.

According to the case, the dispute began over family property in the Uttara area of Dhaka. Plaintiff Shah Newaz Ahmad alleged that Turin Afroz attempted to seize their ancestral property through fraudulent means and abuse of influence. The complaint also stated that she created a false affidavit to claim ownership, physically assaulted the plaintiff’s mother, and took important documents from her flat. It further alleged that Afroz threatened the family with death, leaving them in fear for a long time.

The Police Bureau of Investigation submitted its report to the court, after which the plaintiff’s lawyer, Advocate Kofil Mahmud Raihan, sought an order to show Afroz as arrested in the case. The court granted the request and issued the arrest order.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the launch of 'Operation Nasr' against Israel. According to the IRGC, its Aerospace Force carried out missile strikes targeting key installations at Israel’s Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases. The operation reportedly began on Monday morning under the code name 'Ya Haidar Karar' as a tribute to those killed in a 12-day war.

The IRGC stated that the operation was a direct response to Israeli missile attacks on Iranian radar facilities. In its official statement, the IRGC said it relied on divine support while striking the strategic air bases. The statement also cited a verse from the Quran emphasizing the right of those wronged to defend themselves.

The IRGC added that all its fighters and operational units remain fully prepared to respond to any further attacks from the enemy. The report was carried by Iran’s Mehr News Agency and cited by Middle East Eye.

Mohammad Selim Uddin, a central executive member of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and mayoral candidate for Dhaka North City Corporation, warned that anyone attempting to take over Islami Bank Bangladesh would face consequences similar to those of past occupiers. He made the remarks on Monday morning at the inauguration of a new 'Praq Health Care Center' in Uttara’s Faydabad area of Dhaka. Selim Uddin said Jamaat could be criticized, but few could build service-oriented institutions like it.

He described Islami Bank as the country’s top bank, claiming it handles a significant portion of remittance inflows and serves as one of Bangladesh’s most successful service institutions. He urged the government to follow Islami Bank’s model to revive struggling banks instead of destabilizing the sector. Selim Uddin also called on the government to maintain peace and avoid actions that could create unrest.

Addressing other issues, he urged the BNP to adhere to the ideals of Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia, criticized Islami Bank’s current chairman, and demanded at least 8 percent of the national budget be allocated to healthcare.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing increasing domestic pressure as tensions rise over ongoing regional conflicts and diplomatic developments. Reports indicate that Netanyahu is worried about a potential agreement between the United States and Iran, which he views as disadvantageous for Israel. Some observers believe he may be attempting to create conditions for a renewed full-scale war.

Support remains within Israel for continuing military operations in Lebanon despite dissatisfaction over Hezbollah’s persistent attacks. However, it is unclear what further gains Israel could achieve through continued strikes, especially as President Trump has reportedly limited Israeli actions in efforts to de-escalate the conflict.

Public opinion polls suggest Netanyahu could lose his position in the upcoming Israeli elections scheduled before October, adding to the mounting political pressure he faces at home.

The Iran national football team has finally arrived in Mexico after overcoming visa complications ahead of the World Cup. However, several key officials have yet to receive U.S. visas, prompting veteran defender Ehsan Hajsafi to express frustration and question FIFA’s handling of the matter. Due to the delays, Iran relocated its planned training camp from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico, near the U.S. border.

Iran’s participation had faced uncertainty because of regional conflicts and diplomatic tensions. Although the team was eventually cleared to compete, the visa process forced logistical changes. According to Iranian media, those still awaiting visas include the federation’s secretary general Hedayat Mombeyni, vice president Mehdi Mohammad Nabi, and several senior staff members from management and media operations.

Hajsafi emphasized that these officials play vital roles in daily operations and urged a swift resolution. Head coach Amir Ghalenoei has received his visa and continues leading preparations. While the visa delays have affected Iran’s pre-tournament readiness, the team now aims to focus on on-field performance as discussions over the unresolved visa issues continue.

Twenty-four accomplished Bangladeshis were honored at the 'Bangladeshi Excellence Award in Malaysia 2026', organized by the Dhaka University Alumni Association Malaysia (DUAAM) in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. The event recognized outstanding contributions in education, research, leadership, women’s empowerment, and community development among the Bangladeshi diaspora.

According to the organizers, the initiative aims to acknowledge the positive global contributions of Bangladeshis and strengthen the country’s image internationally. The ceremony featured recognition for top-cited scientists, university professors, and researchers from around the world. Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Malaysia, Md. Monjurul Karim Khan Chowdhury, attended as chief guest and congratulated the awardees, emphasizing that their achievements enhance Bangladesh’s global reputation.

Awards were presented in four categories: nine in Academic Excellence, nine in Student Excellence, four in Women Empowerment, and two in Community Engagement. Guests from various Malaysian states including Kuantan, Kelantan, Johor Bahru, Malacca, Sabah, Sarawak, and Penang attended the event, which was described as a milestone for the Bangladeshi community abroad.

A video showing a Jubo League activist speaking with family and party members from inside the Kotwali Police Station lockup in Chattogram has gone viral, prompting public debate about police procedures. The footage, recorded on Saturday and widely shared on Monday, shows the detainee, identified as Md. Shukkur, claiming familiarity with the officer-in-charge Aftab Uddin and another officer, assuring that he would face no trouble. The incident has raised questions about whether detainees are allowed such communication while in custody.

Officer-in-Charge Aftab Uddin confirmed that family members had visited the station and that someone recorded and shared the video online. He stated that police are not responsible for what detainees say. Legal provisions allow limited contact between detainees and relatives or lawyers, but unrestricted communication from inside a lockup is not permitted under police regulations.

Legal expert Zia Habib Ahsan noted that such claims of personal ties with police officers could undermine public confidence in law enforcement neutrality. He emphasized that transparency and controlled access in lockups are essential to maintain the integrity of the judicial process.

The Iranian national football team has arrived in Mexico to begin final preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Before departing, players and officials followed a long-standing tradition by kissing the Holy Quran and walking beneath it, seeking divine protection and success. The farewell ceremony took place in Antalya, Turkey, where the ritual was performed before the team flew to Mexico for training ahead of their group-stage matches in the United States later this month.

The ritual, deeply rooted in Iranian culture, symbolizes faith, unity, and national pride. Iran’s World Cup participation has faced complications due to ongoing conflict with Israel and U.S. involvement in that situation. Visa issues forced the team to relocate its training camp from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico, near the California border. The team had been training in Antalya before traveling to Mexico.

Earlier this year, U.S. President Donald Trump discouraged Iran from participating, citing safety concerns. Iran’s team responded firmly, asserting that no one could exclude them from the tournament. The team is now preparing to compete despite earlier obstacles.

A Youth League leader who had been forcibly taken from police custody in Brahmanbaria’s Sarail upazila seven months ago has been arrested again. Police detained Gazi Borhan Uddin, 48, convener of the banned Aruail Union Youth League, on Sunday evening around 7:30 p.m. from the Aruail Bazar area. According to police sources, Borhan Uddin was originally arrested on November 4 last year and held at the Aruail police outpost before being attacked and freed by a group led by his brother, former union council member Gazi Bahar Uddin.

Police reported that more than a hundred people participated in the assault, during which Borhan Uddin was taken away in handcuffs. He had been in hiding since then. On Sunday evening, officers located and arrested him from a business establishment behind the Aruail police outpost. The Sarail police station officer-in-charge, Monjur Kader Bhuiyan, stated that Borhan Uddin faces multiple cases and was brought to the station under special security measures. Legal procedures are ongoing, and operations to apprehend other fugitives will continue.