The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh has approved a chargesheet against Dr. Prashanta Kumar Roy, former secretary of the Rural Development and Cooperatives Division and ex-project director of the 'Ektee Bari Ektee Khamar' project. According to ACC spokesperson Md. Akhtarul Islam, Roy is accused of concealing assets worth over Tk 12 million and providing false information in his wealth statement. Investigations revealed that he possessed immovable and movable properties worth Tk 7.7 million beyond known income sources. Additionally, Roy allegedly deposited Tk 180 million in 12 bank accounts under his and his daughters’ names, later withdrawing or transferring the funds. Based on these findings, the ACC approved the submission of a chargesheet under relevant sections of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act and the Money Laundering Prevention Act. The case underscores ongoing efforts to address corruption within public service ranks in Bangladesh.

The Bangladesh government has extended the tenure of the National Independent Investigation Commission, formed to reinvestigate the 2009 BDR massacre, by an additional seven days until December 7. The Cabinet Division issued the extension notification on December 3. The commission, chaired by retired Major General A L M Fazlur Rahman, was initially given three months to submit its report, later extended multiple times. Although the commission submitted its report to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus on November 30, the government decided to extend the term to allow for final procedural completion. The commission was tasked with uncovering the nature and scope of the February 25–26, 2009 mutiny at the BDR headquarters in Pilkhana, Dhaka, which left 57 army officers dead. It was also directed to identify perpetrators, collaborators, and any domestic or foreign entities involved in the incident.

A Muslim youth from West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, identified as Rahul Islam, was allegedly assaulted in Odisha’s Ganjam district by a group of men who forced him to chant religious slogans such as 'Jai Shri Ram' and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'. The attackers reportedly accused him of being a 'Bangladeshi' and a 'Rohingya' after questioning his identity documents. Following the incident, migrant workers’ groups lodged complaints with the Odisha Police, the National Minority Commission, and the National Human Rights Commission. The Odisha government recently stated that thousands of undocumented Bangladeshis had been identified in the state, prompting intensified identity checks since the BJP came to power. Labor unions claim over 300 migrant workers have been detained in the past 10 days. Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has threatened legal action against the Odisha Police. Rahul Islam sustained injuries and returned to Murshidabad out of fear. Police maintain that identity verification is ongoing and no deportations have occurred.

A devastating fire broke out in Munshiganj’s Gazaria upazila on Wednesday morning after an LPG gas cylinder exploded in a house near a primary school in Baghaikandi village under Imampur Union. The explosion triggered a rapid spread of flames, completely destroying two tin-roofed houses and all household furniture. Although no casualties were reported, the affected families lost nearly all their possessions, estimating damages between Tk 12 and 14 lakh. Firefighters from the Gazaria Fire Service arrived promptly and managed to bring the blaze under control after about one and a half hours. Station Officer Firoz Mia said a gas leak might have caused the explosion, but the exact reason will be confirmed after investigation. Preliminary estimates suggest total losses of around Tk 15 lakh, while some property worth Tk 20 lakh was salvaged.

A major political controversy has erupted in Uttar Pradesh after police uncovered a sex racket operating from a flat linked to BJP leader Shalini Yadav in Varanasi. The apartment, registered under her husband Arun Yadav’s name, was raided Monday night in the Sigra area, leading to the detention of nine women and four men. Police stated that the operation was based on prior intelligence and that the flat had been used for illegal activities under the guise of a spa center. Locals claimed suspicious movements had been ongoing for months. Opposition parties have seized on the incident, accusing the Yogi Adityanath government of failing to maintain law and order and shielding wrongdoing under political influence. The BJP has distanced itself, calling it a personal matter, but the issue has caused discomfort within the party ahead of key political periods. Police are continuing their investigation and plan to question Shalini and Arun Yadav to determine their involvement.

A powerful explosion near a police patrol vehicle in Dera Ismail Khan district of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed three police officers, including Assistant Sub-Inspector Gul Alam, on December 3. The blast severely damaged the vehicle and prompted a swift response from security forces, who cordoned off the area and began collecting evidence. Authorities suspect the attack is linked to militant activity. Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi condemned the assault, describing it as an act of extremism, and expressed condolences to the victims’ families. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi also denounced the attack, calling the slain officers national heroes and vowing that their sacrifice would not be forgotten. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to continue the fight against terrorism. The incident followed similar attacks in Lakki Marwat and Bannu districts a day earlier, which left two more police officers dead. Security operations are ongoing to locate the perpetrators.

A newborn baby girl was discovered in a bloodied state inside the bathroom of Babu Chowdhury General Hospital, a private clinic in Madaripur town, on Tuesday afternoon. The infant, believed to be about a day old, was rescued by a cleaning staff member and immediately taken to the 250-bed Madaripur District Hospital for urgent medical care. Hospital authorities reported that the baby's condition, initially critical, is now improving. Police have launched an investigation to identify the parents, collecting CCTV footage and increasing intelligence operations. They also confirmed that legal measures will be taken through the Department of Social Services. The incident has raised concern among locals and authorities about the circumstances leading to the abandonment of the newborn.

A two-year-old girl named Faiza was killed after being hit by a government vehicle used by Ahmed Mofachcher, the Assistant Commissioner (Land) of Homna Upazila in Cumilla. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3, at the Homna Upazila Parishad premises. According to local sources, the driver, Towabur Hossain, was driving at high speed inside the compound to pick up the assistant commissioner when the accident happened. The child, originally from Tarbhon village in Barishal’s Wazirpur upazila, was rushed to Homna Upazila Health Complex, where doctors declared her dead. The assistant commissioner stated that he was not in the vehicle at the time and went to the hospital immediately after hearing the news. The driver fled the scene and remains at large, while police are investigating the incident.

A shocking incident in Ishwardi, Pabna, where eight newborn puppies were drowned in a pond inside a sack, has sparked nationwide outrage in Bangladesh. The act, allegedly committed by a government official’s wife and her son, drew widespread condemnation after a video of the grieving mother dog went viral on social media. Authorities have canceled the official’s housing allocation and initiated an investigation. The case has reignited debate over the country’s weak animal protection laws. Under the Animal Welfare Act 2019, killing or torturing animals, including stray dogs and cats, is punishable by up to two years in prison and fines, but enforcement remains limited. Legal experts note that only authorized livestock officials can file complaints, making it nearly impossible for citizens to pursue justice. As a result, many cases are filed under the Penal Code’s Section 429, which is difficult to apply to stray animals due to valuation issues. Animal rights groups are demanding stronger legal mechanisms and accountability.

An army sergeant named Mamunur Rashid, aged 40, was killed in a road accident in Natore’s Baraigram upazila on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 7:30 pm at Bahimali Farm area on the Bonpara-Lalpur road when a drum truck collided with the autorickshaw he was traveling in. Mamunur Rashid, son of Abdul Majid Mondal from Bormoina village in Lalpur upazila, was serving at the Chattogram Cantonment. He was returning to his workplace after leave and was en route to Bonpara when the accident took place. Locals rescued him and took him to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. Police confirmed that military officials would handle the legal procedures related to the death of the army member. The tragic incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the region.

The syndicate of Begum Rokeya University (BRU) has recommended the dismissal of Tabiur Rahman Pradhan, head of the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, after finding evidence of recruitment forgery. The decision was made during the university’s 118th syndicate meeting on November 26. According to official records, irregularities occurred in the 2011 recruitment process when Tabiur Rahman’s name was added to the waiting list after the selection board meeting, altering the merit order and violating recruitment rules. He was later appointed temporarily to a professor/associate professor position without proper advertisement or selection procedures. The syndicate concluded that his appointment was fraudulent and recommended termination and further action. Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Shawkat Ali confirmed the decision but said it would be officially announced after the resolution is passed. Tabiur Rahman claimed he had not been formally notified of the decision. The case highlights long-standing irregularities in faculty recruitment at the university.

Police in Ishwardi, Pabna, Bangladesh have arrested Nishi Rahman, wife of a government officer, for allegedly killing eight puppies by sealing them in a sack and drowning them in a pond. The case was filed late Tuesday night under Section 7 of the Animal Welfare Act 2019 by Upazila Livestock Officer Aklima Khatun. The incident drew widespread condemnation on social media and from the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, which called the act inhumane and damaging to the country’s image. Following the incident, the local administration ordered Nishi Rahman’s husband, Hasanur Rahman, an official of the Small Farmers Foundation, to vacate his government quarters. Hasanur later expressed regret, claiming his wife acted out of concern for their children’s safety but did not intend for the puppies to die. The case has reignited discussions on animal cruelty and enforcement of animal welfare laws in Bangladesh.

Ten former army officers were brought before the International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka on Wednesday in connection with a case alleging enforced disappearances and torture, categorized as crimes against humanity. The accused include former senior officers of the Bangladesh Army and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), such as Brigadier General Md Jahangir Alam and Brigadier General Tofayel Mostafa Sarwar. The case also names 17 defendants in total, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and several former top officials, who are currently absconding. The tribunal, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mojumdar, is scheduled to hold a hearing on the formal framing of charges against all accused. Security around the tribunal and High Court premises was tightened, with police, army, RAB, and intelligence personnel deployed to maintain order during the proceedings.

An elderly inmate from Dhaka Central Jail, identified as Abdul Matin, 75, died while undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) on Tuesday night. According to prison guard Mirza Harun, Matin’s health deteriorated suddenly, prompting authorities to rush him to the hospital around 11:30 p.m., where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. The specific charges or case for which he was imprisoned remain unknown. DMCH police camp in-charge Md Faruk confirmed the death, citing doctors’ statements. The body has been kept in the hospital morgue for autopsy, which will be conducted in the presence of an executive magistrate. Following official procedures by the prison authorities, the body will be handed over to the family. The incident adds to ongoing concerns about the health and medical care of inmates in Bangladesh’s prisons.

A violent incident occurred in Ranisankail upazila of Thakurgaon when an assistant agriculture officer was assaulted by an angry crowd amid severe disorder during fertilizer distribution. The chaos erupted at Umaradangi market as farmers protested against fertilizer shortages and alleged irregularities in allocation. Tensions escalated when several farmers attempted to take excessive fertilizer under one name, sparking outrage among others waiting in line. Assistant Agriculture Officer Akhtar Hossain was attacked after returning to the site with the Upazila Agriculture Officer, Saidul Islam. He sustained serious head injuries and was transferred from Ranisankail Hospital to Dinajpur Medical College Hospital for advanced treatment. Local authorities confirmed the incident and said legal action would follow after the victim’s recovery. The fertilizer dealer’s representatives could not be reached for comment. The incident reflects growing frustration among farmers struggling to secure fertilizer during the busy Rabi season for wheat, maize, and mustard cultivation.